16 Habits of Mind in the Age of AI
I first came across the Habits of Mind while looking for ways to deepen the work we have been doing in the Good Citizens Club, a space where we help students grow in character, empathy, and self-awareness. As I…
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Insights from Dr Jordan Peterson’s Course: How to Plan Your Life
Like many people interested in personal development, I’ve always found value in writing down goals and asking self-reflective questions. What stood out to me about Dr. Jordan Peterson’s How to Plan Your Life course though, is that it offers more…
Insights from Dr Jordan Peterson’s Course: Personality and Its Transformations
These notes summarise the most helpful insights I gained from Dr Jordan Peterson’s lecture series, Personality and Its Transformations. Having previously studied Peterson’s course on the Big Five personality traits, which was great for understanding myself better and appreciating my…
Insights from Dr John Vervaeke’s Course: The Primacy of Beauty
What initially drew me to Dr John Vervaeke’s course, The Primacy of Beauty, is that I consider Beauty—alongside Curiosity and Growth—to be one of my core values. For me, Beauty is more than just visual appeal or aesthetic pleasure; I…
Insights from Dr Baland Jalal’s Course: Intro to Neuroscience
As an educator and pastoral leader, I’ve always been fascinated by the inner workings of the mind—how students learn, process emotions, and navigate challenges. It’s no surpise that the human brain is considered the most complex known structure in the…
Insights from Lord Andrew Roberts Course: The Greatest Leaders in History
In The Greatest Leaders in History, an eight-hour course, historian Lord Andrew Roberts examines the lives and leadership of eight key figures: Pericles, Julius Caesar, Napoleon Bonaparte, Horatio Nelson, Winston Churchill, George C. Marshall, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Margaret Thatcher.…
Insights from Keith Campbell’s Course: On Narcissism
Faces of Narcissism Narcissism is a term that gets thrown around a lot—whether we’re diagnosing public figures, navigating difficult relationships, or reflecting on our own behaviours. But what does it truly mean? How does it develop, and how can it…
Insights from Jordan Peterson’s Course: Introduction to Nietzsche
I’ve always been drawn to ideas that challenge conventional thinking and inspire deep reflection. This curiosity is what led me to Dr. Jordan Peterson’s course, Introduction to Nietzsche, which explores the complexities of the human condition and the universal struggle…
Insights from Jordan Peterson’s Course: The Sermon on the Mount
I recently enrolled at the Peterson Academy to explore meaningful ideas and practical wisdom for personal growth. In this blog post, I share the key insights and reflections that resonated most with me from The Sermon on the Mount with…
How to Use Questions to Improve Team Dynamics
Effective team dynamics are the cornerstone of any successful organisation. When a team works harmoniously, productivity soars, creativity flourishes, and goals are achieved with ease. But how can leaders and team members cultivate such an environment? One powerful yet often…