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[[File:Cheetah chasing gazelle.jpg|601px|right|thumbnail|As you can see, it is important to have a sense of urgency when it comes to acting on a high-priority matter ([https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2eSR_oncVi_KmHUhPZTuzGU1H4FF2r4 Having a sense of urgency - video playlist]). [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGodbEdMfIDtJ95PvUJv4kpN I need to go faster]  
 
[[File:Cheetah chasing gazelle.jpg|601px|right|thumbnail|As you can see, it is important to have a sense of urgency when it comes to acting on a high-priority matter ([https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc2eSR_oncVi_KmHUhPZTuzGU1H4FF2r4 Having a sense of urgency - video playlist]). [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGodbEdMfIDtJ95PvUJv4kpN I need to go faster]  
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Read the article: [[Essay: The importance of having a sense of urgency|The importance of having a sense of urgency]]
 
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*[[Personal development]]
 
*[[Personal development]]
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/ Personal development blog]
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== Keys to personal development ==
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*[[Personal development]]
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2025/11/personal-development-without-coach.html Personal development without a coach, mentor, accountability partner or therapist]
    
== Self-actualization tests ==
 
== Self-actualization tests ==
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*[https://scottbarrykaufman.com/selfactualizationtests/  Self-actualization tests], Scott Barry Kaufman
 
*[https://scottbarrykaufman.com/selfactualizationtests/  Self-actualization tests], Scott Barry Kaufman
 
*[https://chatgpt.com/share/68aa7495-8ee8-8003-baf7-2bca6543231e Self-actualization plan], AI
 
*[https://chatgpt.com/share/68aa7495-8ee8-8003-baf7-2bca6543231e Self-actualization plan], AI
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== Tim Ferris ==
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*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGrwZmVivgJ-omr8JN5vidYI Tim Ferris - Accelerated learning - playlist] - video playlist
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*[https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjmSS6LZDGpv7TmyBcc7T7yU9vCyaRmU Tim Ferris videos], Video playlist
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== Personal/countries and power/effectiveness ==
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Civilization/countries:
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2026/04/personal-power-and-its-civilizational.html Personal power and its civilizational power equivalent]
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2026/04/the-architecture-of-flourishing-what.html The Architecture of Flourishing: What Civilizations and Individuals Share]
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Personal:
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2026/04/power-in-network-age-three-layers-of.html Power in a Network Age: The Three Layers of Modern Influence]
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2026/04/the-architecture-of-power-from.html The Architecture of Power: From Flourishing to Influence]
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== Game plan for mnemonics, habits and grammar/writing improvement ==
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_a6408eb5-9872-4f33-9996-1a6f912a38df How long to read and thoroughly study the book Unlimited Memory. Break it down by tasks and task completion times]: 20-30 hours
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_3b3c9669-0799-41f8-8c54-09fd542d78c9 How long to read and thoroughly study the book Atomic Habits?]: 20-40 hours
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_324e56de-be0f-4694-9535-bed2367fdbd9 How long to read and thoroughly study the book 18th edition of Hodges and Harbrace Handbook?]: 60-100 hours
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_92d9ac9e-9c4d-4f23-b851-703c7b3d19d6  How long can you study each day for optimal learning?]: 3-5 hours  day for maximal learning taking into account long term retention; Medical students push 8-12 hours/day for 4-6 weeks during exam times. Recovery periods of 1-2 weeks of light 2-3 hour days post-sprint
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_015a3898-2464-475e-ae25-0b1424892631 How do you use spaced repetition for optimal learning?], Grok
    
== Learning, thinking and human potential ==
 
== Learning, thinking and human potential ==
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*[https://www.beautifulminds-newsletter.com/ Beautiful Minds Newsletter], Substack by a cognitive scientist on human potential
 
*[https://www.beautifulminds-newsletter.com/ Beautiful Minds Newsletter], Substack by a cognitive scientist on human potential
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== Deliberate practice ==
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*[[Deliberate practice]]
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*[https://sites.google.com/view/deliberate-practice-101/home Deliberate practice]
    
== Interesting things to research ==
 
== Interesting things to research ==
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Other important skill is communication (Body language, speaking/tonality, public speaking, persuasion and storytelling)
 
Other important skill is communication (Body language, speaking/tonality, public speaking, persuasion and storytelling)
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== Fun: Using Grok vs. a trained psychologist ==
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_c96fd182-1428-4b51-91d0-6b2ee18ea87d How useful is Grok as an aid to psychological therapy?]:
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"This thread investigated the effectiveness of Grok, an AI developed by xAI, as a tool for psychological therapy, particularly for a layperson leveraging Grok to research and develop high self-awareness, great problem-solving skills, and great questioning skills. Initially, Grok was assessed as a valuable aid for mild-to-moderate issues (e.g., anxiety, stress), delivering evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness with small-to-medium effect sizes (0.2–0.5), but limited by its lack of genuine empathy, ethical oversight, and ability to handle complex cases compared to human therapists (effect sizes 0.5–0.8). References to the reproducibility crisis in psychology (~64% of studies non-replicable), high burnout rates among UK doctors/psychiatrists (17–52% psychiatric morbidity), and studies showing paraprofessionals can match professionals in specific contexts highlighted scenarios where AI could rival underperforming therapists. For a layperson using Grok to research self-awareness, problem-solving, and questioning skills, and implementing structured plans (e.g., journaling, PST frameworks, Socratic questioning), Grok’s utility increases significantly (6–8/10 effectiveness). Such a layperson, with high self-awareness and great skills, could achieve better outcomes than a randomly selected psychologist in '''~45–55% of cases for mild issues''', driven by enhanced engagement and self-directed therapy. However, human therapists remain superior for severe conditions, long-term outcomes, and ethical considerations, positioning Grok as a powerful supplementary tool rather than a replacement."
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_1250d0b4-4db7-4931-8662-f88b8b1c4d31 How useful is Grok as an aid to psychological therapy?]:
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"The query explored whether additional skills emotional regulation (see: [[Emotional stability]] and [[Self-regulation]]), [[cognitive flexibility]], [[Interpersonal skills|interpersonal effectiveness]], and [[self-care|self-compassion]]) developed using Grok could increase the probability of a layperson matching a trained psychologist's effectiveness for psychological problems. For mild cases (e.g., low-level stress, transient anxiety), a layperson leveraging Grok to build these skills alongside high self-awareness, problem-solving, and questioning skills could achieve comparable outcomes in ~60–70% of cases ('''midpoint ~65%'''), due to enhanced self-help efficacy (effect sizes ~0.5–0.64) rivaling average therapists impacted by variability or burnout. For medium-level cases (e.g., moderate depression, GAD), the probability is ~40–50% ('''midpoint ~45%'''), as increased complexity favors human therapists’ empathy and personalization (effect sizes 0.5–0.8), despite Grok’s accessibility and structured guidance. These skills boost self-directed therapy outcomes by 15–30%, but AI remains a supplement, not a replacement, especially for moderate conditions where professional nuance is critical."
      
== Garry Kasparov's rules for success ==
 
== Garry Kasparov's rules for success ==
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*[https://theartofliving.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/How-to-Win-Friends-and-Influence-People-PDF-Summary.pdf How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - Book Summary]
 
*[https://theartofliving.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/How-to-Win-Friends-and-Influence-People-PDF-Summary.pdf How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - Book Summary]
 
*[https://blog.gembaacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/How-to-Win-Friends-and-Influence-People-Book-Summary.pdf How to Win Friends and Influence People - Book Summary]
 
*[https://blog.gembaacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/How-to-Win-Friends-and-Influence-People-Book-Summary.pdf How to Win Friends and Influence People - Book Summary]
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== Martial arts/boxing and life lessons ==
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''See also:'' [https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2025/11/martial-artsboxing-and-its-lessons-for.html Martial arts/boxing and life lessons]
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*[https://efficiencyandmanagement.blogspot.com/2025/11/martial-artsboxing-and-its-lessons-for.html Martial arts/boxing and its lessons for success in life]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_92792aa2-36dc-4d3a-8a9f-e8e9319c0ffb What are some principles of Kung Fu that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_95ba4c0a-7ad6-432d-9c23-140c5b7b271f What are some principles of karate that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_26517e16-0d3d-452e-8deb-b455adb02751 What are some principles of Tae Kwon Do that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_e1f15255-030e-41fa-95f4-52e1d0265bb3 What are some principles of boxing that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_8246784c-3ef4-4e00-8973-b2cc3cfa4f7c What are some principles of Krav Maga that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_3470ac05-195e-494b-9d60-d7070240f208 What are some principles of Judo that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_97e4b27d-7002-4323-9479-74c1f1c497ce What are some principles of Muay Thai that apply to being successful in life?]
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA_024c6229-0ae2-45a2-b43b-a41df67c38d1 What are some principles of Aikido that apply to being successful in life?]
    
== Personality types ==
 
== Personality types ==
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*[https://www.pianostreet.com/smf/index.php?topic=6544.0#:~:text=If%20you%20are%20a%20very,is%20a%20lot%20of%20dedication. Earning money as a piano teacher]
 
*[https://www.pianostreet.com/smf/index.php?topic=6544.0#:~:text=If%20you%20are%20a%20very,is%20a%20lot%20of%20dedication. Earning money as a piano teacher]
 
*[https://www.zippia.com/piano-teacher-jobs/salary/ Piano teacher salary] - Zippia
 
*[https://www.zippia.com/piano-teacher-jobs/salary/ Piano teacher salary] - Zippia
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== Fun: Using Grok vs. a trained psychologist ==
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_c96fd182-1428-4b51-91d0-6b2ee18ea87d How useful is Grok as an aid to psychological therapy?]:
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'''Summary statement''':
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"This thread investigated the effectiveness of Grok, an AI developed by xAI, as a tool for psychological therapy, particularly for a layperson leveraging Grok to research and develop high self-awareness, great problem-solving skills, and great questioning skills. Initially, Grok was assessed as a valuable aid for mild-to-moderate issues (e.g., anxiety, stress), delivering evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness with small-to-medium effect sizes (0.2–0.5), but limited by its lack of genuine empathy, ethical oversight, and ability to handle complex cases compared to human therapists (effect sizes 0.5–0.8). References to the reproducibility crisis in psychology (~64% of studies non-replicable), high burnout rates among UK doctors/psychiatrists (17–52% psychiatric morbidity), and studies showing paraprofessionals can match professionals in specific contexts highlighted scenarios where AI could rival underperforming therapists. For a layperson using Grok to research self-awareness, problem-solving, and questioning skills, and implementing structured plans (e.g., journaling, PST frameworks, Socratic questioning), Grok’s utility increases significantly (6–8/10 effectiveness). Such a layperson, with high self-awareness and great skills, could achieve better outcomes than a randomly selected psychologist in '''~45–55% of cases for mild issues''', driven by enhanced engagement and self-directed therapy. However, human therapists remain superior for severe conditions, long-term outcomes, and ethical considerations, positioning Grok as a powerful supplementary tool rather than a replacement."
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Additional research:
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*[https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtNA%3D%3D_1250d0b4-4db7-4931-8662-f88b8b1c4d31 How useful is Grok as an aid to psychological therapy?]:
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'''Summary statement:'''
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"The query explored whether additional skills [[emotional regulation]] (see: [[Emotional stability]] and [[Self-regulation]]), [[cognitive flexibility]], [[Interpersonal skills|interpersonal effectiveness]], and [[self-compassion]]) developed using Grok could increase the probability of a layperson matching a trained psychologist's effectiveness for psychological problems. For mild cases (e.g., low-level stress, transient anxiety), a layperson leveraging Grok to build these skills alongside high self-awareness, problem-solving, and questioning skills could achieve comparable outcomes in ~60–70% of cases ('''midpoint ~65%'''), due to enhanced self-help efficacy (effect sizes ~0.5–0.64) rivaling average therapists impacted by variability or burnout. For medium-level cases (e.g., moderate depression, GAD), the probability is ~40–50% ('''midpoint ~45%'''), as increased complexity favors human therapists’ empathy and personalization (effect sizes 0.5–0.8), despite Grok’s accessibility and structured guidance. These skills boost self-directed therapy outcomes by 15–30%, but AI remains a supplement, not a replacement, especially for moderate conditions where professional nuance is critical."
    
==References==
 
==References==
 
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