Techniques to catch a lie
Have you ever caught someone in a lie? It's this unique moment when you reveal the fragile threads of deceit. I'll give you some tips to
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Strategic introspection: why your EQ is your greatest asset (and your biggest vulnerability)
Most leaders I meet genuinely believe they’re "emotionally intelligent".
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An attempt to define the "Grey Zone"
The Grey Zone is not a metaphor. It is a real geopolitical, psychological, and informational space. It is the space between open war and official peace. It is where influence
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The rare "rebranding" of a terrorist becoming President
Some reflections and comments on his recent interview
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Master the art of disarming a passive-agressive person with a few powerful words
How do you disarm someone who puts you down or throws a passive-aggressive comment your way? Simple response: “That's interesting. Can you tell me more?” Why is this
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How to develop an advanced perception of the world around you
Or how to train your brain to connect all the dots Some people walk into a room and vaguely sense the atmosphere. Others, in a fraction of a second, pick
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Identity shifting: the art of shaping your reality
Who knows that better than spies? Identity is a construct, not a “fixed given”. Who knows that better than spies? Identity is not a rigid entity but a set of
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Truth, Power, and Perception (a framework)
The public never gets the "raw truth." Truth is not an objective entity, it is constructed, framed, and weaponized.
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The "Madman Theory": a psychological manipulation strategy
Geopolitics is a game of influence, perception, and deterrence. Some leaders cultivate an image of unpredictability to instill fear, forcing their opponents to tread carefully, unsure of how far they are willing to go. This is the essence of the Madman Theory
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The influence of psychology on international relations... and businesses
We remember U.S. foreign policy by the psychologies of its leaders: the deliberative diplomacy of Obama, the confrontational decisiveness of Bush, and the unpredictability of Trump. Understanding the human
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