“I'm drawn here quite often to thinking about impressionist art like Monet or Pissarro which have a beautiful incompleteness- they're just scratches and blobs on canvas but done so well that the brain is drawn into completing the image. That's partly why paintings like that have such aesthetic appeal- because they're engaging the mechanisms of the brain in completing the picture.”— Anil Seth
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The notion that the Google or Chrome app could become redundant on mobile devices isn't far-fetched. In a future where direct URL visits are less common, the convenience of an all-encompassing app could significantly alter how we interact with our devices.
— Aravind SrinivasCEO and Co-Founder of Anthropic, AI Safety Researcher
It's quite rare to enhance the product experience and simultaneously challenge an existing business model. Typically, you manage to achieve either one or the other. However, Perplexity introduces a superior product experience by saving users time and eliminating the need for them to click through links. This disruption is nothing short of revolutionary.
— Aravind SrinivasCEO and Co-Founder of Anthropic, AI Safety Researcher
The cardinal rule in academic research is to base your assertions on citable evidence rather than conjecture. This principle sets Perplexity apart from ChatGPT, which has the freedom to generate content without such constraints. Perplexity, by design, is restricted to sourcing information directly from the web, eschewing any reliance on pre-existing knowledge within the model.
— Aravind SrinivasCEO and Co-Founder of Anthropic, AI Safety Researcher
The real culprit behind the sickness often goes unnoticed: it's the disruption to our circadian rhythm caused by traveling across time zones. Our bodies are designed to operate on a natural rhythm.
— Darshan ShahTo put it in perspective, every hour spent sitting beyond four hours daily increases mortality risk by 10%. I tackle this with a walking desk, using a treadmill at a low speed throughout my workday.
— Darshan ShahFor nutrition, the game-changer according to the Pareto principle is cutting out ultra-processed foods. These are the items produced in factories, laden with chemicals, inflammatory oils, and excessive sugars, all of which severely compromise your immune system.
— Darshan ShahOperating on less than six hours of sleep, your immune system may function at merely 40 to 50% of its full potential. This is why individuals who suffer from poor sleep quality, including those with sleep apnoea, exhibit a higher incidence of cancer and Alzheimer's disease.
— Darshan ShahI realised Freud had it all wrong; it wasn't about penis envy—a concept I hadn't encountered in 40 years of practice. The real desire should be for a healthier brain. That was the moment I understood the importance of brain envy.
— Dr. Daniel AmenPsychiatrist & Brain Imaging Expert Known for ADD/ADHD Research & Treatment
If someone's brain isn't at its healthiest, their decisions won't be as stellar as they could be, potentially costing them thousands, even millions, of dollars. For leaders, it's crucial to nurture the 'chief executive' part of the brain, the frontal lobes.
— Dr. Daniel AmenPsychiatrist & Brain Imaging Expert Known for ADD/ADHD Research & Treatment
Falling in love with your brain ignites a passion for discovering how best to nurture it. I'm particularly fond of one guiding question: 'Is this good for my brain or bad for it?' When you respond to this query armed with knowledge and driven by love, you naturally start making wiser choices.
— Dr. Daniel AmenPsychiatrist & Brain Imaging Expert Known for ADD/ADHD Research & Treatment
My life's mission is to dismantle the notion of mental illness altogether. I detest it. It only serves to shame and stigmatise those with brain health challenges, which is utterly wrong.
— Dr. Daniel AmenPsychiatrist & Brain Imaging Expert Known for ADD/ADHD Research & Treatment
You notice the wrinkles on your face or the extra weight around your midsection and feel motivated to address these concerns. However, since most individuals rarely, if ever, see their own brain, it simply doesn't register on their list of priorities. This attitude needs a complete overhaul.
— Dr. Daniel AmenPsychiatrist & Brain Imaging Expert Known for ADD/ADHD Research & Treatment
It's not just the hostage who suffers, but their entire family. In some cases, families endure greater agony, living in uncertainty about their loved one's fate. For example, during my captivity, my wife was unaware of my survival for three and a half years.
— Sir Terry WaiteEnvoy Who Negotiated Release of Hostages in Lebanon During 1980s
The adjustment to life post-hostage varies significantly from person to person. Some adapt swiftly, while others may take years, and a few, unfortunately, never fully recover from the trauma—though they are the minority.
— Sir Terry WaiteEnvoy Who Negotiated Release of Hostages in Lebanon During 1980s
Once released, former hostages encounter a myriad of practical issues—closed bank accounts, lapsed insurance, and the need for specialised medical and dental care that isn't readily available. They might also require physical therapy among other medical treatments.
— Sir Terry WaiteEnvoy Who Negotiated Release of Hostages in Lebanon During 1980s
At Hostage International, we tailor our approach to each individual's needs. We assign a liaison to support the hostage's family for as long as needed without a time limit. This personalised care underscores that no two cases are identical. Each must be treated as unique, with specific strategies developed to address its particular challenges.
— Sir Terry WaiteEnvoy Who Negotiated Release of Hostages in Lebanon During 1980s