by Rajan Singh | Aug 9, 2024 | LinkedIn Posts
You are focused or distracted due to two networks in your brain — 1. The Default Mode Network (DMN) — it makes your mind wander, e.g., when reading a book or when sitting idly. 2. The Dorsal Attention Network (DAN) — it enables you to deliberately...
by Rajan Singh | Aug 8, 2024 | LinkedIn Posts
If you have wondered why some people seem naturally happier than others, here is what research says: 1. 50% of our happiness is genetic. 2. 40% of it comes from intentional activity — i.e., how we spend our time. 3. Only 10% comes from life circumstances —...
by Rajan Singh | Aug 7, 2024 | LinkedIn Posts
A few years ago, I was at IIT Kanpur to give a talk. As I was waiting for my event, speaking on the stage was a renowned entrepreneur who has built a multi-billion dollar company from scratch. While he was talking, quite unexpectedly, the students started clapping....
by Rajan Singh | Aug 6, 2024 | LinkedIn Posts
Here are a few things I saw many people say: 1. I feel like I am old enough and should be able to manage it on my own. 2. Being a man, it is expected that I should handle these things myself. 3. This is my problem and I need to figure out the solution. What can...
by Rajan Singh | Aug 5, 2024 | LinkedIn Posts
Since I write on LinkedIn frequently, I occasionally get abused and trolled. And here is why I think it is a good thing. When you have a strong point of view, you have two options: 1. You can say it as you see it. And in that process, you may offend someone. 2....
