“My wife quipped that we're all going to die and it just happened to be her turn. Her pragmatic and humorous attitude was a guide as to how to accept what is unchangeable and inevitable.”
— Richard E. Grant
British actor known for Withnail and I and Star Wars: The Force Awakens

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Wisdom in fragments

A growing archive of 3,000+ moments, drawn from every interview.

In my view, I believe that in 2023, the pinnacle goal of intelligence should be the pursuit of continued existence. I struggle to comprehend why any sentient being would choose any path other than striving for prolonged existence.

— Bryan Johnson

Biohacker & Blueprint Project Founder focused on extreme longevity optimization

I see myself as the pioneering 'zero'—the inaugural integration of a human with technology, aiming for an autonomous growth trajectory. The introduction of zero transformed mathematics, art, physics, and more. Now, it's humanity's turn.

— Bryan Johnson

Biohacker & Blueprint Project Founder focused on extreme longevity optimization

Algorithms will soon surpass our innate ability to cater to our health, wellness, and overall well-being. As this unfolds, uncharted realms of purpose and significance will surface, ones we can't currently fathom. The act of humans making choices will become a mere memory. We'll be spectators in a novel arena.

— Bryan Johnson

Biohacker & Blueprint Project Founder focused on extreme longevity optimization

The human mind, once the pinnacle of intelligence, is now overshadowed by computational intelligence in many domains. Algorithms understand and can guide me better than I can guide myself. The real game-changer is data. I'm willing to yield control to an algorithm that proves to be superior.

— Bryan Johnson

Biohacker & Blueprint Project Founder focused on extreme longevity optimization

In the past, the human brain could synthesize information and anticipate the future. But now, in an era where computational intelligence dominates innovation, no human can accurately forecast what lies ahead. For the first time as a species, we're truly in the dark about what's around the corner.

— Bryan Johnson

Biohacker & Blueprint Project Founder focused on extreme longevity optimization

With a dedicated salesforce, stellar customer support, and solid products, you could capture a staggering 70% market share. The core philosophy? Deliver tangible outcomes for your customers.

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

While many were focused on selling routers and switches, I envisioned a more transformative goal: changing the way the world works, learns, lives, and plays via the internet... we must sell outcomes, driven by technology, rather than just selling products.

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

When it comes to acquisitions, many people jump straight to analyzing the financial returns. I approach it differently. I start by asking: How will our customers benefit from this acquisition?

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

I urge everyone to channel their inner teenager. Think back to those fearless days brimming with creativity and ambition. As we age, societal rewards for 'playing it safe' can stifle our innovative spirit.

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

Dyslexics, like me, often possess above-average intelligence, but we grapple with sequential thinking. Instead of thinking linearly from A to B to C to D, we jump from A to B to Z. Over time, I've learned to turn a perceived 'weakness' into a strength.

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

Growing up in West Virginia, we were at the forefront economically— the chemical and coal mining center of the world. However, due to an inability to adapt to changing market dynamics and transitions, our position plummeted to the bottom ranks among the US states... I firmly advocate the idea of reinventing oneself every 5 years.

— John Chambers

Former CEO of Cisco Systems, led company through internet boom era

With this change, women can now approach early pregnancy units instead of rushing to A&E or can seek progesterone from their GPs to potentially save their baby. This could result in up to 8,500 babies being saved annually. Now, there's a clearer path for both the affected individuals and their healthcare providers.

— Myleene Klass

British TV presenter, singer, and classical musician from Pop Idol

It often feels like there's an expectation for women to silently bear their burdens, as if we're accustomed to a culture of 'endure and stay silent'. Unfortunately, we've become so adept at concealing our problems that we often brush aside reproductive and women's health issues. This feels like the last remaining taboo.

— Myleene Klass

British TV presenter, singer, and classical musician from Pop Idol

Though I'm not a politician or involved in politics, I found myself deeply entrenched in the political world because decisions about our bodies aren't made in clinics or doctor's offices. They're made in Westminster. When you step into those corridors of power, it's astonishing to witness the detachment many decision-makers have from real-life issues.

— Myleene Klass

British TV presenter, singer, and classical musician from Pop Idol

Think of it this way: you wouldn't hand someone car keys without briefing them about potential car troubles, right? Yet, with women, it feels like we're just careening through our reproductive experiences, unguided. We have women experiencing miscarriages in A&E, waiting alongside patients with diverse emergencies. In such critical moments, timely intervention with progesterone could potentially save thousands of babies annually.

— Myleene Klass

British TV presenter, singer, and classical musician from Pop Idol

The PTSD levels in women nine months post-miscarriage match those of soldiers returning from combat zones like Afghanistan. Coupled with elevated suicide rates and the broader impact on families, it's a glaring issue. Considering miscarriages occur in 1 in 4 pregnancies, it's astonishing how common yet underdiscussed it is.

— Myleene Klass

British TV presenter, singer, and classical musician from Pop Idol