Better Questions, Better Results

How are a-ha moments created? March 8, 2025 | Challenge Assumptions, Curiosity, Flow State, Innovation, Mindfulness, Pattern Recognition, Problem Solving, Question a Day Question a Day The Science Behind the "A-Ha!" Moment: What Sparks Sudden Insight? We’ve all had that moment—one second, you’re stuck, and the next,  bam!  The answer appears as if it was waiting for you all along. But what actually  causes  an "A-ha!" moment? Is it luck, genius, or just your brain finally deciding to cooperate? Let’s break it down. 🧠 What is an "A-Ha!" Moment? An “A-ha!” moment (also called an insight or eureka moment) is a sudden realization that solves a problem or clarifies an idea. Unlike analytical thinking, which is slow and methodical, insight often arrives  unexpectedly . The Neuroscience of Insight When you experience a breakthrough, your brain goes through a series of changes: The Right Hemisphere Activates:  The  right hemisphere  of the brain, respons...

How do you cleanse your beliefs if they’re proven false? February 1, 2025 | Core Values, Happiness, Personal Development, Psychology, Question a Day Question a Day Breaking Free from False Beliefs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Embracing Growth and Clarity  Beliefs act like the operating system of your mind—quietly running in the background, shaping your decisions, behaviors, and worldview. But what happens when a belief you’ve held onto for years is proven false? It’s uncomfortable, even painful, to confront, but cleansing yourself of faulty ideas isn’t a failure—it’s a sign of growth. It’s about creating space for new, better-informed perspectives to emerge. Let’s dive into the process of recognizing, letting go of, and replacing false beliefs with the depth and thoughtfulness it deserves. 1.  Spot the Faulty Wiring: How to Recognize a False Belief False beliefs can be tricky to identify because they often feel like facts. They’re embedded in your thinking, reinforced by habit or ...

How can childlike curiosity inspire growth in life and work? January 26, 2025 | Challenge Assumptions, Creativity, Curiosity, Life Long Learning, Personal Development, Question a Day Question a Day How Childlike Curiosity Inspires Growth in Life and Work Today is my eldest daughter Hazel’s birthday, and this post is for her. Hazel, like so many kids her age, is a ball of curiosity, energy, and determination. She’s a 4.0 student, a cross-country runner, and a swimmer, but what I admire most about her is the way she approaches challenges—with endless questions and an eagerness to understand. Just the other day, she was telling me about how she wanted to learn the science behind swimming techniques to improve her efficiency in the water. On her own, she dove into videos and articles about hydrodynamics, determined to figure out how to shave seconds off her time. Watching Hazel reminds me how powerful childlike curiosity can be—not just for kids, but for adults too. Somewhere along the way...

How do questions work? January 13, 2025 | Communication, Creativity, Innovation, Life Long Learning, Problem Solving, Question a Day Question a Day   The Science and Art of Questioning: Unlocking Curiosity and  Insight Introduction Questions shape civilizations. From Socrates challenging Athenian norms to today’s scientific breakthroughs, the ability to ask meaningful questions drives human progress. But why are questions so powerful, and how can we master them to learn, grow, and lead? The Neuroscience of Questioning Asking questions activates multiple areas of the brain. When you ask a question, your  prefrontal cortex  (responsible for complex thought) collaborates with the  hippocampus  (memory) and the  anterior cingulate cortex  (processing new information). This dynamic interplay creates a “knowledge gap”—a state that primes your brain for curiosity and learning. The Curiosity Pathway Dr. Matthias Gruber’s research at UC Berkeley shows that...