Most of what we call politics really revolves around the question of what you need to do to make a country richer? Rather than ask this of any specific country, let’s imagine designing a country from scratch, how could you make it as rich as possible? Supposed the brief was to design a “Richland”, an […]
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Fear of Missing Out
Fear of missing out actually is an ancient fear that being triggered by the newest form of communication, social media. Recent studies have shown that FOMO is often linked to feelings of disconnection and dissatisfaction, and that social media fuels it. To be “in the know” when we roamed around in small groups was critical […]
The battle between books and movies
But that’s the thing, books are superior in some ways and films are superior in others, you can’t compare these two. If one picture worth 1000 words, it’s like comparing how many picture in the movie to how many word in the book. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a book enthusiast but also movie lover. […]
About Books
Seeing someone reading a book you love is seeing a book recommending a person. Call me hopeless romantic, and I know this is not 100% accurate, but it just reminds me of how excited I get when someone likes the same books as I do. The joy, when I see someone enjoying a book of my […]
Abilene Paradox
Human being… is having the fear of the group pressure that would ensue, of not being a team player. They mistakenly believe that their own preferences are counter to the group’s and do not raise objections, the group is steered towards a situation incompatible to it’s goals. Funny is when the paradox of avoid speaking […]
Why do facts not matter to some people?
Pernah berada dalam argumen, di mana walaupun diberika fakta yang kredibel dan perfectly rational arguments, lawan debat tetep keras kepala? — choro@cahaya.asia (@cho_ro) August 6, 2014 Turns out the guy wasn't really stubborn (or dumb). It's just how the human brain works. Istilahnya, The Backfire Effect. — choro@cahaya.asia (@cho_ro) August 6, 2014 The Backfire Effect: […]
About Thinking
Some people use different approach to their own thinking, some are challenge their hypothesis by keep asking question, some try to interpret stuff by forcing themselves to zoom in on the details and out to see big picture and connecting the dots. And some, like me, prefer to scanning environment and use scenario plannings to […]
Lifelong student
When I was young (ouch, this makes me sounds so old), I have been introduced with “self-actualization” term, the need to be good, to be fully alive and to find meaning in life. It was a long and harsh experience as a youth, from self loathing until the moment I realize that it was ego […]
What is your ideal date?
“What will you do on Valentine’s Day?” It all started with this question, I shrugged my shoulders because I don’t have plan on that day. My master changes schedule with his co-worker so he will be on duty in Valentine’s Day, and it is on Friday, which means I’m coming back home if I don’t […]
Think Before You Post (and Share)!
Social networking sites are great for keeping in touch with family and friends, and letting the world know what you’re up to, whether in a professional or personal capacity. For young people, more than anyone else, digital media is all about sharing. Whether it’s their thoughts, photos, or their latest favorite videos, almost all of […]