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What cognitive empathy is—and why it matters more than you think

Have you ever nodded along in a conversation, but inside you’re wondering, what are they really thinking? That gap between what’s said and what’s meant is where most connections fall flat.

Cognitive empathy helps you close that disconnect. It’s what turns social awkwardness into flow, tension into trust, and small talk into actual presence.

“Knowing people’s conscientiousness can also change how you communicate with them through email, through chat…” says Vanessa Van Edwards, a speaker wit...

The John Wick guide to healing the world

I have a story to share today.  

One that might shift your frequency.

The first day the COVID lockdown was finally lifted, I rushed to a little café with a friend. Just the joy of being able to eat out again felt like a celebration. 

We had to wait 20 minutes to get in. The place was packed. People stood outside, smiling behind their masks, desperate for a taste of normal life.

Do you remember that time?

The world was still a little raw. A little awkward. But something inside all ...

How to become an AI engineer and make bank (without touching a line of code)

If you’re here, chances are you want to learn how to become an AI engineer. 

Maybe you’ve played with prompts. Maybe you’ve watched one too many reels about ChatGPT stealing jobs. And maybe you’ve been quietly stacking skills on nights and weekends while everyone else scrolls. But at the same time, you’re not exactly sure where to start.

And while you know you’re not another prompt chaser or headline skimmer, you also know it’s time to pivot from those years of building a career inside oth...

An open letter to America—From someone who still believes in you… But can no longer stay silent

Dear America,

I want to begin with this:

I love you.

I really, truly do.

I lived in your cities. I walked your campuses. I sat in your coffee shops, dreaming of building something that could change the world.

America was where I studied. Where I discovered my voice.
Where I fell in love with ideas that reshaped my life.

Where I started Mindvalley, with nothing but ambition and a belief that anything was possible.

For a full decade, you were my home.
And in many ways, you still...

How to learn AI in 2025 and join the club that’s shaping the future you’ll live in

Artificial intelligence is everywhere: rewriting résumés, generating art, finishing college essays, and helping businesses skip entire departments. But when it comes to how to learn AI beyond outsourcing repetitive work, most people are left guessing.

Granted, it slipped into our lives faster than most of us could spell “algorithm.” And now it’s evolving so fast, what you learn today might be outdated by next month.

Yes, it can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re not a tech wizard. But...

How to make money with AI: 5 strategies and success stories to inspire your 6-figure idea

Chances are, you’ve got skills, ideas, and even ambition around artificial intelligence (AI). But somewhere between your vision and your bank account, you’re drowning in productivity hacks, tip-toeing through tech stacks, and Googling “how to make money with AI” like it’s 2023.

Well, the problem is that you’ve been taught to hustle, not leverage. But now, you stand to change your life when you know how to play the AI game right.

Why AI is the ultimate money multiplier

In short, AI incre...

Metta Sutta: The ancient Buddhist text that’s normalizing kindness today

Life sure has a way of feeling flat sometimes, what with missed deadlines, words unsaid, and conflicts you didn’t ask for.

But in moments when it all feels dim and the light seems far away, you can always count on the Metta Sutta to bring you back to center.

Many core Buddhist texts and practices came from the Buddha, and this sutta is no different. In fact, it’s one of his most important teachings on love as a universal force that connects us all.

Backed by centuries of wisdom, these s...

How to deliver a masterful speech with the S.P.E.A.K. formula

I just came off the stage at a longevity conference here called the Hololive Summit to a standing ovation. Standing ovations are like spotting a unicorn in your backyard—magical, rare, and a joy to behold. Yet lately, they’ve been showing up at nearly every talk I give. 

The secret? I started using a different formula for my talks—a five-step framework called S.P.E.A.K. that turns any speech into a full-blown transformation. Today, I’m handing you the keys.

Credit where it’s due: this form...

Kinesthetic intelligence could be your hidden superpower (especially if you can’t sit still)

“Sit down and sit still.”

You may have been told this in your youth. Even in your adulthood, you’re expected to sit in long meetings, stare at screens for hours, or be glued to your desk from nine to five.

But if you’ve got kinesthetic intelligence, you know that you learn and think better when you move.

The problem is, most people don’t even know that’s a thing. And that ignorance keeps a lot of brilliance stuck in chairs.

What is kinesthetic intelligence?

The word “kinesthetic” ...

Soul ties: What they are, signs to know, and how to heal

If there’s one thing social media does well, it sets obscure topics ablaze. And the one that’s circulating the trends on TikTok? Soul ties.

This concept, shrouded in mystery and tinged with a touch of the metaphysical, has sparked endless questions and ignited curiosity. But beyond the online buzz lies a deeper truth: soul ties can have a huge impact on your relationships and personal growth. 

And when you start to understand this complex bond, you’ll learn to identify whether it’s good or...