Live Limitless: Small Talk, Book Spotlight, Scarcity, Dare to Brave and Confirmation Bias!

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Live Limitless: Small Talk, Book Spotlight, Scarcity, Dare to Brave and Confirmation Bias!

read on LIFELETTER.RAAMANAND.COM   |   JULY 29, 2023 

In this insightful episode, we explore an array of compelling topics that range from learning about the art of small talk to embracing courage. Get the key takeaways from a recent bestselling book and learn about scarcity. Are you ready another thrilling ride? Read on…

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3 Big Ideas, Tips or Strategies for this week

1. Art of Small Talk

Ever been in a room full of people and wondered, ‘What on earth do I talk about?’ Well, stress no more. Today, let’s decipher the mystery of ‘Small Talk’.”

1. Find common ground. It could be anything – weather, food, or even the event you’re at. Just like cheese, small talk is better with something to pair it with.

2. Second, ask open-ended questions. It encourages people to share more, and voila, the conversation flows! Remember, ‘How was your day?’ trumps ‘Good day?’ any time.

3. Finally, practice active listening. Engage, nod, show interest. Hey, nobody likes talking to a wall!

2. Book Spotlight

“The Future is Faster Than You Think” by Peter H. Diamandis and Steven Kotler. The book is a fascinating exploration of how technology is accelerating and converging, reshaping our lives and the world. It’s like a sneak peek into the future, and trust me, it’s faster and wilder than you think!

Key takeaways from the book include understanding exponential technologies like AI and robotics, exploring their potential, and envisioning a future where these technologies will redefine our society.

While the book is a whirlwind of insights, it might leave you a bit overwhelmed with the pace of tech evolution. But hey, even roller coasters have a couple of intense loops, right?

In conclusion, ‘The Future is Faster Than You Think’ is a thrilling, insightful journey into the future. It’s a must-read for anyone curious about where our world is heading and how rapidly technology is changing the landscape. And it even looks great on the bookshelf!

3. Scarcity

Yes, you read it right. Scarcity is the fundamental challenge that the field of economics addresses. It’s all about how we, as a society, manage our resources which are, unfortunately, limited.

Whether it’s money, time, natural resources, or that last slice of pizza, we always seem to want more than what’s available.

So why is scarcity so crucial? Well, it’s because of scarcity that we have to make choices. We have to decide how to use our limited resources to meet our infinite desires. And these decisions – big and small – shape our economy.

So next time you’re deciding between buying a new phone or saving for a rainy day, remember you’re actively participating in the grand economic ballet of scarcity and choice.

Bet you didn’t know you were a ballerina, huh? 😉

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2 Stories, Quotes, or Case-Studies for this week

1. Dare to Brave

Here’s Your Guide to Embracing Courage

1. Let’s embrace fear. It’s natural, it’s human, and it’s okay. Remember, courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s taking action despite it.

2. Set achievable goals. Small victories boost confidence and build courage. It’s like climbing a mountain step by step.

3. Affirm yourself positively. Feed your courage with words of strength and bravery. Say it with me, ‘I am brave. I am strong.’

2. Confirmation Bias

This is the tendency for people to seek out, interpret, and remember information that confirms their pre-existing beliefs, while simultaneously ignoring or devaluing information that contradicts their beliefs.

For example, imagine a person believes that their favorite sports team is the best in the league. They might watch games, read news articles, and analyze stats in a way that supports this belief, even if objective evidence suggests otherwise. They will recall the games their team won, emphasizing the strength and skill displayed, but downplay or forget the games they lost as flukes or due to external factors such as biased refereeing.

This bias can be particularly influential in how we make decisions, form attitudes, and perceive reality. It can hinder critical thinking, foster stereotyping, and lead to poor decision-making because we become less likely to fully consider all relevant information. Understanding and recognizing this bias can help us make more balanced and objective evaluations, and therefore, better decisions.

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1 Critical Question to Ask Yourself

From scarcity to overcoming fear and looking into the future through a book after covering the art of small talk, we have read thought-provoking snippets in this episode. These ideas raise the question: “Am I ready to embrace courage and get started with the very first step today!?”

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Let’s meet again. Until then, Keep Smiling… Believe in Yourself… and Get all the Best Things in Life,

Raam Anand

Publishing Coach to hundreds of first-time authors around the world

Publisher & Chief Editor at Stardom Books (USA/India)

Author of the International Bestseller, Write Now