Sunday, March 15, 2015

Part of the solution - Not the total problem....a piece to the puzzle ..but the puzzle is much larger - When all is said and done - we will still be standing - liquid modernity - and robust was ok in solid modernity - but antifragile is the name of the game in Liquid Modernity...

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Thursday, June 12, 2014

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July 2014 Issue Highlights

Scientific American Mind Volume 25, Issue 4

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Creativity Is Collective More than an expression of individuality, creativity takes shape in a social context
By S. Alexander Haslam, Inmaculada Adarves-Yorno and Tom Postmes

The Aha! Moment Psychologists have demystified the aha! moment
By Nessa Victoria Bryce

Conquering Vertigo Surgeons have implanted a new prosthesis in four patients to correct disabling dizziness. The device may someday restore balance to hundreds of thousands more
By James Phillips

When Arousal Is Agony Sexual dysfunction can emerge when certain nerves start misfiring. Are SSRIs partially to blame?
By Cat Bohannon

Out for Blood The neurons and blood vessels in your brain are usually tightly synchronized—but not always. Here's what can go wrong and how we can fix it
By Elizabeth M. C. Hillman

That Missing Feeling Alexithymia, a little-known personality trait, reveals the profound power of emotional awareness over health
By Tori Rodriguez

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Tuesday, June 10, 2014

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China Hiring White Men as Fake Corporate Executives

Becoming a fake corporate executive is an increasingly alluring option for caucasian expatriates living in China, writes freelancer Mitch Moxley, who knows from experience.

Introvert/Extravert Is Outdated: Modern Identity Is More Complex

New empirical approaches to psychology are better defining the introvert/extravert dichotomy. Behavior typically belonging to introverts better reflects a new identity category: Openness to Experience.

Chatbot Is First Computer to Pass the Turing Test

British computing luminary Alan Turing predicted that by the year 2000, computers would be able to engage humans in conversation while seeming more like fellow humans than computers.

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Radical Uncertainty

The Flux Times: Navigating Change in a Fast-Paced World In today's ever-evolving world, adaptability has become more than just a skill—it's a necessity. As technology advances, industries shift, and global events reshape our daily lives, those who embrace flux find themselves not just surviving but thriving. Welcome to The Flux Times, your guide to navigating uncertainty with confidence and agility. The Power of Adaptability Change is inevitable, but our response to it determines our success. Businesses that pivot quickly, professionals who upskill continuously, and individuals who cultivate resilience are the ones who flourish. The key lies in developing a growth mindset—viewing change as an opportunity rather than a setback. Trends Shaping the Future At The Flux Times, we keep a pulse on emerging trends that are reshaping industries and societies. From artificial intelligence revolutionizing workplaces to climate change influencing global policies, we analyze the forces driving transformation and offer insights to help you stay ahead. Practical Strategies for Embracing Change Navigating flux requires more than awareness—it demands action. Here are three key strategies to help you stay adaptable: Continuous Learning – Invest in your education, whether through online courses, networking, or hands-on experience. Emotional Resilience – Develop mental strength by practicing mindfulness, maintaining a support system, and embracing challenges. Innovative Thinking – Cultivate creativity by staying curious, questioning norms, and experimenting with new approaches. Join the Conversation Change is constant, but so is our ability to adapt. The Flux Times is here to guide you through uncertainty with informed perspectives and actionable insights. Subscribe to stay updated and join a community that thrives on transformation.

The HALF-LIFE of FACTS

Our world seems to be in constant FLUX With our knowledge changing all the time, even the most informed people can barely keep up. All this change may seem random and overwhelming, but it turns out there is actually order within the shifting noise. This order is regular and systemic and is one that can be described by science and mathematics. Facts change all the time. Smoking has gone from doctor recommended to deadly. We used to think the Earth was the center of the universe and that brontosaurus was a real dinosaur. In short, what we know about the world is constantly changing.

Complexity Science and Economics

Complexity scientists argued that economists needed to start exploring nonlinear dynamic models, path-dependent models by using the mathematics and tools of complexity science. This meant that standard economists needed to rethink their vision of the economy from a static vision in which everything moved to a single equilibrium, to a complexity vision where the parts are in constant FLUX even as the aggregate is in equilibrium, and new patterns are continually emerging. ~ Complexity and the art of Public Policy

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