Personal Development - Robert Jennings

Why Aging Minds Need Smartphones More Than TV

There’s a comforting myth about aging: that it’s perfectly fine to slow down, sink into the couch, and let the television take the wheel. After all, you’ve earned it, right? The trouble is, that “earned rest” might be quietly chiseling away at your brain’s sharpness faster than…

The Science Behind The Trump Supporter

Once upon a time, we at least pretended to be decent. We taught our kids to share, said “please” and “thank you,” and gave the occasional damn about the well-being of others. But now? We meme our way through cruelty, monetize humiliation, and elect leaders who treat compassion…

Can 5 Minutes of Digital Joy Improve Emotional Health?

Imagine if happiness was a prescription. No pharmacy needed. No insurance claim forms. Just five minutes a day, no co-pay, and you could feel more human again. Too good to be true? That’s what I thought—until I stumbled on a little public health experiment with a very audacious…

Using AI for Personal Growth: A Gutenberg Moment for the Mind

Most people think AI will either take their jobs or help them cheat on homework. But what if it could do something far more radical? What if it could help you think for yourself—for real? In a world addicted to shortcuts, artificial intelligence could be the first real…

Why Gender Warfare Is Exploding: The Rise of Modern Misogyny

It’s in the air, isn’t it? The tension between genders. A war of words. A swirl of online rants and real-world frustrations. You scroll through social media and feel it—anger, sarcasm, blame. Somewhere along the way, conversation turned into confrontation. Misogyny isn’t just…

How Gray Thinking Sets You Free

Thinking in extremes—right or wrong, good or bad, black or white—may feel comforting, but it shackles your mind. Life is not a courtroom with a clear verdict; it’s a messy, complex, unpredictable story. Embracing gray thinking isn’t just smart—it’s necessary if we want to live…

Can You Really Learn While Sleeping?

Once upon a time, the notion of learning while you sleep seemed like the ultimate life hack. Slip on some headphones, drift off to dreamland, and wake up fluent in French or a master of economics. It was a seductive promise—and a persistent one. But here’s the rub: modern…

Seeing What Matters: A Practical Path to Everyday Resilience

In a world that feels more like a three-ring circus with each passing week, finding a clear path through the fog of headlines, false promises, and manufactured crises isn’t just smart—it’s necessary for survival. Enter the Personal Risk & Consequence Watchlist. No, it won’t…

How MAGA Hooks and Holds Its Followers

It doesn’t take a tinfoil hat or a secret handshake to fall into a cult. It usually starts with a grievance—a feeling that something’s wrong, that the world doesn’t make sense anymore. Maybe it’s economic fear. Maybe it’s cultural confusion. Maybe it's just loneliness. But mix…

Mindfulness Is Brain Rewiring for the Anxious Masses

We’ve all heard it before—just breathe, be present, practice mindfulness. It’s like the modern answer to duct tape: fixes everything from stress to soul loss. But here’s a wild thought—what if mindfulness isn’t about zoning out but about rewiring the very system that governs how…

Why Quiet Voices Matter More Than Ever

You don’t need a megaphone to matter. That’s the quiet truth humming beneath the chaos of modern life. While the world chases virality, algorithms, and 30-second dopamine hits, something timeless keeps whispering beneath it all: your voice still counts—even if no one “likes” it.…

In Praise of the Useless Day

Every once in a while, a revolutionary idea slips under the radar—not in the form of a protest, a policy, or even a pamphlet—but as something quieter. Something deceptively simple. Like… doing absolutely nothing. That’s right. No emails. No chores. No “working on yourself.” Just…

Why Your DNA May Soon Decide Your Destiny

Imagine a world where your social status, income, education level—even your romantic prospects—are predicted by a number derived from your DNA. No, it’s not some dystopian science fiction plot. It’s already happening and most people have no clue it’s underway.

Free Speech or Free-for-All?

Everyone loves to shout about free speech—until someone else uses it in a way they don't like. Then suddenly it's "hate speech," "misinformation," or worse, "dangerous propaganda." Most people have no idea what free speech actually means. And in the Wild West of unregulated…

Not Your Fault: Coping with Job Loss in a Politicized America

There’s a gut-punch feeling that comes with losing your job — especially when it’s not about performance, but politics. Right now, Trump’s warpath through the government workforce isn’t just an economic issue; it’s psychological warfare. People are being discarded, demoralized,…

Why Spring Is the Best Time to Make Changes That Last

Spring is here again—and no, this isn't a commercial for allergy meds or lawn fertilizer. It’s nature’s way of waving a giant green flag that says, “You there—yes, you with the winter blues and excuses—this is your moment.” Forget January resolutions made under fluorescent gym…

Resilience or Rebellion? How Young People Defy the System

Resilience. It’s the golden child of self-help gurus, corporate boardrooms, and government austerity policies. We hear it everywhere: "Be resilient!"—as if it's some magic formula for success. But what if resilience isn’t always a good thing? What if, instead of bouncing back,…

This One Mental Habit Could Be Limiting Your Success

We all have mental habits we don’t question—thought patterns that feel natural but might be quietly holding us back. What if the way you think is limiting your success without you even realizing it? What if your brain is keeping you trapped in a cycle of stubborn certainty,…

How Sleep Deprivation Makes You Believe Lies, Buy Crap, and Follow Orders

Sleep is one of the most overlooked pillars of mental health. We glorify hustle culture, praise early risers, and treat sleep deprivation like a badge of honor. But what if I told you that your lack of sleep isn’t just making you tired—it’s actively damaging your ability to…

A Time to Reflect, A Time to Act

As we navigate the turbulent waters of our current era, it's evident that we're amidst what historians Neil Howe and William Strauss describe as the Fourth Turning—a period marked by crisis and transformation. The rise of Trumpism has acted as a catalyst, exposing deep-seated…

Effective Leadership: Why Honesty and Trust Matter More Than Ever

Leadership isn’t about barking orders, hoarding power, or staging photo ops with a forced smile. It’s about something much rarer: honesty, trust, and a genuine willingness to serve. But in a world that rewards deception, where do we find real leadership? More importantly—how do…