Transcendental Meditation (TM) is often described as a simple, natural, and effortless technique, yet its effects are profound. To help convey the essence of TM and make its principles more accessible, a variety of analogies are commonly used. These analogies draw on everyday experiences and familiar concepts, allowing us to better understand how TM works…
Gold rush
We have been accumulating gold through funds and ETFs during quiet times when nobody wanted it and the crowd was looking elsewhere. That patience has paid off, with our positions doing very well over the last two years or so. The rise in gold has added real upside to our range of models, including multi-strategy…
Highly successful CEOs and celebrities who practice meditation
I recently came across an entertaining and insightful piece by Nicol Natale and Ashley Welch for Everyday Health about CEOs and celebrities who swear by meditation. Meditation, it turns out, is not just for monks on mountaintops. It is a powerful reminder that no matter how fast-paced our environment becomes, the ability to pause and…
Why we do not shout, but still grow
I just finished a conversation with some people in a meeting, and it reminded me why my team has always chosen a different path in building this business. I have noticed the growing number of new outfits entering this increasingly competitive industry, each trying to make their mark. Well, we have never tried to outshout…
Bridging words, wealth, and opportunities
I have recently been putting more effort into brushing up on my Mandarin sometimes with success, other times with the help of an interpreter and a growing collection of translation apps. More and more, I have been engaging with Chinese investors, both from the mainland and abroad. It has been a rewarding challenge on some…