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Author Archives: Mandy Lender
How to Escape the Useful Idiot Trap
The useful idiot trap entangles individuals unaware of their ability to think independently, often manipulated by external forces. This leads to a false sense of agency, erosion of autonomy, misinformation, and suppressed dissent, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and self-reflection to achieve true freedom. Continue reading
Posted in Creativity, Truth, Uncategorized
Tagged AI, critical thinking, disinformation, existentialism, gaslighting, Mandy Lender, misinformation, philosophy, USEFUL IDIOT
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Thank You for 12 Amazing Years of Blogging
Mandy Lender’s blog celebrates its 12th anniversary, showcasing 269 posts and two published books. She expresses gratitude to readers, shares plans for a future book on serendipity, and reflects on popular past content without seeking fame. Continue reading
Latest Insights from Substack on Three Princes of Serendip
New and updated post on the subject, was published on Substack. Click on the figure above.
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Unlocking Serendipity Tips from the Three Princes
This content explores techniques for cultivating serendipity—unexpected joyful discoveries—through a proactive mindset, embracing adventures, engaging socially, and encouraging meaningful connections to enhance personal growth. Continue reading
Embracing Change: Seneca’s Guide to Universal Serendipity
Seneca illustrates that endings can lead to positive new beginnings, emphasizing the importance of embracing change and trusting life’s unexpected outcomes as part of universal serendipity. Continue reading
Posted in existentialism, Law of Attraction, Mind - Body, serendipity, Uncategorized
Tagged attractome, Lender Combinations, life, philosophy, Seneca, serendipity, stoicism
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Sagacity and Universal Serendipity: Embracing the Unexpected
This title statement – serendipity is universal – is a universal phenomenon. It articulates the profound connection between serendipity and the individual’s mindset. It highlights that serendipitous encounters are common occurrences. They aren’t reserved for the “lucky” few, but … Continue reading
Serendipity in Engineering: Embracing Unexpected Discoveries
Posted in Artificial Intelligence, Business, serendipity, Uncategorized
Tagged serendipity, sERENDIPITY ENGINEERING
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Unveiling the Golden Pony Philosophy by Steve Bowen and James Patterson
Under every pile of shit hides a golden pony. This original quote is attributed to Steve Bowen. Steve Bowen, a former marine, and James Patterson worked together at J Walter Thompson advertising agency. According to the author James Patterson who … Continue reading
Serendipity Engineering: Unleashing 80/20 Principle
The content discusses the concept of “engineered serendipity,” leveraging the Pareto Principle to create opportunities for unexpected and valuable encounters. It outlines three key areas for engineered serendipity: social interactions, continuous learning, and exposure to new environments, emphasizing the balance between intentional effort and openness to chance. The approach involves strategic investment leading to heightened potential for positive outcomes. Continue reading
Posted in Artificial Intelligence, Business, Law of Attraction, Mind - Body, serendipity, Travel, Uncategorized
Tagged 80/20 Principle, 80/20 rule, adventurous, blog, continuing education, engineered serendipity, life, Pareto Principle, sagacity, serendipity, social networking, writing
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