In a world where facts are cheap and narratives compound, the ultimate currency is belief—story sells, and those who master narrative hold the real power.

This week’s edition explores risk calibration in investing, the fragility of AI analysis, and why quitting can be a powerful strategy. From Alan Waxman’s unitized risk model to Cate Hall’s case for walking away, discover how capital, cashflow, and culture demand recalibration—not just ambition.

Explore Practicing Wisdom, a weekly newsletter blending deep learning, reflective synthesis, and timeless insight. Each issue distills powerful ideas from books, essays, and conversations—offering mental models, contrarian takes, and thought-provoking reflections for lifelong thinkers and curious minds.

Discover how eight unconventional CEOs outperformed Wall Street by mastering capital allocation, rejecting corporate trends, and focusing relentlessly on per-share value. Based on The Outsiders by William Thorndike, this article reveals the contrarian blueprint behind decades of market-beating returns.

Explore Michael Meade’s Awakening the Soul, a profound guide to finding purpose in chaos through myth, imagination, and deep soul work. Discover how personal and cultural crises can spark inner transformation, awaken calling, and reconnect us to the forgotten wisdom that sustains humanity in turbulent times. A timely antidote to a world in disarray.

Why do ideas that seem illogical often succeed? Alchemy by Rory Sutherland unpacks the power of irrational thinking, behavioral psychology, and counterintuitive strategies that shape business and marketing. From Red Bull’s bizarre success to the hidden forces behind decision-making, this book reveals why logic isn't always the answer. Discover the magic behind human behavior!

Unlock the secrets of Amazon’s unmatched success with insights from Working Backwards. This blog explores how customer obsession, long-term thinking, and innovation fuel their growth. Learn about the Bar Raiser hiring process, narrative-driven decision-making, and the 'Working Backwards' methodology—a roadmap for building high-performing, scalable organizations.

Key concepts and distillations from The Effective Executive by Peter Drucker

Key concepts and distillations from The Eternal Pursuit of Unhappiness - Ogilvy & Mather