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Sebastian Bailey

How People Make Big Decisions

We all go through psychological steps when we make big decisions. Some people call this the “existential cycle,” which really has four stages: doing, contemplating, preparing, and experimenting. *** …

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The Four States of Mind

We’re busier than ever. We’re often on autopilot. We “go through the motions” without really paying attention to the decisions we’re making or the implications. This is …

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The Nine Primary Tactics Used to Influence Others

We all face situations where we need to persuade others to change their minds. Often, we forget the need to understand the other person’s thinking before we can truly convince them. These nine tactics …

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The Powerful Predictor Behind Successful Relationships

Relationships are a major component of our health and happiness, so it’s worth paying attention to how we can improve them. In this post, we cover one of the most significant predictors of …

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