Pawns: Grow Up, Level Up, Step Up

15/04/2025

Are You Building Authority or Just Making Noise?

Want to know what separates influencers from true experts?

When people face real problems, they don't scroll social media—they read blogs and books from authorities they trust.

Your expertise deserves more than fleeting posts. Create content that:

→ Proves your credibility instantly
→ Reaches people far beyond your followers
→ Changes lives long after you hit publish

Imagine: People messaging you because your writing transformed their lives.

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15/04/2025

Why Don't Top Experts Chase Social Trends?

Have you noticed how true industry leaders handle their content?

They don't jump on every trend. They build authority through thoughtful writing first, then share excerpts that naturally attract their ideal audience.

You can create content that:

→ Gets found by thousands on Google
→ Builds a dedicated following who trusts you
→ Makes selling your services nearly effortless

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15/04/2025

Got expertise that could help thousands but struggling to write about it?

You're not alone. Even brilliant experts wonder:

→ "How do I organize all this knowledge?"
→ "Will anyone actually read what I write?"
→ "Where do I even start?"

The experts who push through discover something amazing:

→ The right clients find you
→ Better opportunities appear
→ Your impact multiplies without extra effort.

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26/09/2024

If you really want to grow up, you must move beyond simply seeking rewards or following rules.

You have to get to the point where you do things you believe are important and right whether you get rewarded or not.

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26/09/2024

Ever wondered why some Clergymen cheat on their partners or launder money while some drug addicts are honest or hardworking?

Well, being great in one aspect of our lives doesn’t mean we will be great in other areas.

Just as Cristiano Ronaldo is a football legend but may suck at singing, so also we all have different character strengths and weaknesses.

It doesn’t matter if you have GOAT, Professor, Reverend or [insert big title] attached to your names, you don’t have everything dialled in.

This is not to take away from your accomplishments. But, rather to help you see there is always room for improvement no matter who you are.

This post will explore the concept of character strengths and how you can improve them to “grow up” as a human.

Ever wondered why some Clergymen cheat on their partners or launder money while some drug addicts are honest or hardworking?

30/08/2024

Throughout history, tribes have been key to human success. From hunter-gatherers who first ventured out of Africa to modern social networks.

Tribal instincts shape our evolution. As Yuval Noah Harari points out in “Sapiens,” our capacity for shared fictions – be they religions, nations, or ideologies – has allowed us to cooperate on a scale unmatched in the animal kingdom.

However, not all tribes benefit you. Some elevate, others stagnate.

When picking your tribe:

- Choose those that improve you.
- Seek groups that educate.
- Avoid those dictating thoughts.
- Leave when it feels wrong.
- Join diverse groups for broader perspectives.

Your tribes shape who you become and your impact. Just as the ancient proverb goes, “Tell me who your friends are, and I’ll tell you who you are.” In the context of our tribal nature, we might update this to: “Show me your tribe, and I’ll show you your destiny.”

So, choose wisely.

23/08/2024

Stop wishing you were _like_ someone else.

Why? See the meme for example.

Embrace yourself 100%.

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10/08/2024

Like me, in a quest to live up to the expectation of the first child, you may end up sacrificing the very experiences that shape you into well-rounded, empathetic adults.

Often, it’s a near-death experience or burnout that serves as a wake-up call, forcing us to confront an uncomfortable truth: chasing expectations and achievements that don’t mean anything to you is often a mask for deeper fears and insecurities. Fears your parents or those around you won’t accept your authentic self or appreciate you.

Making a difference and pleasing your parents are good and noble, but not at the cost of personal growth and happiness.

The challenge is finding the balance between pursuing your goals, honouring their sacrifices, and enjoying the journey. After all, isn’t a life well-lived the ultimate way to make your parents, and (or at least) yourself, truly proud?

In this piece, we will attempt to find practical and actionable ways to maintain a balance between your goals and family expectations without losing yourself.

10/08/2024

Feminism – the fight for the rights of girls and women – has been going on for centuries. And, there has been great progress indeed. However, some issues still hold back the movement from fully emancipating girls and women from Patriarchy.

One of these issues I believe is that some extreme, unfair, and unrealistic views of what girls’ and women’s rights are have gotten into the mix of what Feminism is after. And, this has caused society at large to misunderstand feminism at its core, and even kick against it.

Some self-proclaimed feminists have oversimplified complex issues by portraying all men as oppressors or blaming patriarchy for every societal ill. These interpretations often demonise masculinity (as toxic) while disregarding biological differences and practical realities. Additionally, they fail to acknowledge the diverse experiences of women across cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds, who may hold varying perspectives and priorities.

Another issue is that even those who have understood the core issues feminism is trying to solve and wish to help, do not know what to do exactly. Hence, they either do nothing or act in counterproductive ways.

In this piece, I’ll try to tackle both issues and help answer the question of what feminism and feminists really need from society. (My focus will be more on girls’ and women’s rights and less on gender roles.)

But, to fully grasp the way forward, it is important to first understand the origin of the problem – the origin of patriarchy.

The core argument of feminism is simple: stop denying girls and women their rights. More clearly put, stop discriminating against them solely based on their

31/07/2024

Showing off is a complex behaviour rooted in the desire for validation and recognition. It involves deliberately drawing attention to your possessions, achievements, or qualities, often with an underlying hope of impressing others or boosting your own self-worth.

You can show off in many ways – from subtly mentioning your accomplishments in conversation to flaunting your spouse. It’s not always conscious; sometimes we show off without even realising it, driven by deep-seated insecurities or societal pressures.

This behaviour isn’t rare. Every day, every minute, someone somewhere is posting their new accomplishments, car, house, certification, or job on social media. But those likes and comments rarely last beyond a few hours…maybe days if you’re an influencer or celebrity. In reality, only a few people – usually the ones you don’t need to boast to – care about you.

In simple terms, showing off is vain.

Showing off is a complex behaviour rooted in the desire for validation and recognition. It involves deliberately drawing attention to your possessions,

31/07/2024

Too many adults are not happy. They dislike the responsibilities that come with adulthood. They’re dissatisfied with (the position they are in) the society and systems we’ve built and live in. Rather than being internally driven, they’re pushed to act by societal pressure. From work to relationships, life often feels like a chore. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

Many people become ill-fitted cogs in a system that grinds them down, wearing and tearing them until they give off screeching sounds. Others, detesting this fate, choose instead to take from the system without giving anything of value. I’m referring to those who resort to unlawful or unethical actions.

Many adults now approach life with the intent to break away from the system (or “escape the matrix”) or to game the system to become rich, successful or happy. But, this is not wise and is often futile.

Why?

Because the system is what keeps us all alive and happy. The problem is the solution.

That is why, ironically, the person who thinks the system is bad still needs good bartenders and mechanics; they still detest cheats, liars, and sloths.

Too many adults are not happy. They dislike the responsibilities that come with adulthood. They're dissatisfied with (the position they are in) the society and systems we've built and live in. Rather than being internally driven, they're pushed to act by societal pressure. From work to relationships...