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March 13, 2024
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Sapir-Whorf-Korzybski Hypothesis, Gentle Influence & More
At a glance
Good Morning. Welcome to all the new readers of Faster Than Normal who have joined us since last week!
Here’s what we’ll cover today:
Mental Model: Sapir-Whorf-Korzybski Hypothesis.
Insight: Gentle Influence.
Quote: Author's Imprint.
Question: Peaceful Anchors.
Visual: United States Map of Elevation.
Cheers,
Alex
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| Mental Model
Sapir-Whorf-Korzybski Hypothesis
Also known as the Linguistic Relativity Hypothesis (LRH), refers to the idea that the language you speak will affect the way that you understand the world around you.
Different language patterns yield different patterns of thought.
| Insight
Small acts of kindness can create a ripple effect.
Challenge: Write down five simple acts of kindness you can perform in the next week. Reflect on how these acts might impact others and create a positive chain reaction.
Example: Paying for a stranger's coffee, leaving an encouraging note for a coworker, or helping a neighbor with their groceries.
| Quote
Virginia Woolf, an iconic author, on the significance of personal experiences:
"Every secret of a writer's soul, every experience of his life, every quality of his mind, is written large in his works."
| Question
In moments of stress or challenge, what thought or mantra brings you the most peace? How does this reflect your inner values and beliefs?
A Visual I Enjoyed
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Wednesday Picks
Lauren Weggeman, an executive coach at Mindmaven, specializes in helping leaders reclaim time and drive growth. Mindmaven focuses on executive superpowers—Leverage, Intent, and Fellowship. Contact Lauren at lauren.w@mindmaven.com to learn more and get a free copy of their book (Radical Delegation: Reclaim 12+ Hours a Week by Changing How You Work with Your Assistant.)
Five Habits To Strengthen Emotional Competence by David Morris. Five actionable habits to cultivate emotional mastery, emphasizing that true competence stems from ingrained practices.
The Prescription for Self-Doubt by Tim Ferriss. Every stumble is a setup for a more significant rise.
Have a wonderful Wednesday, all.
Until next time,
Alex
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