Pranayama, an ancient practice rooted in the Vedas and detailed in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra, a foundational Hindu scripture from around 200 B.C., involves breathing exercises designed to clear physical and emotional blockages, freeing the breath and allowing the flow of prana, or life energy. Typically, Pranayama is practiced before meditation to prepare the mind and…
What I do not have and why that is good for you
In a recent meeting with an institutional investor, I was asked an insightful question: What do you not have compared to the industry giants? It was a question that cut straight to the heart of what differentiates us, prompting me to reflect on the unique advantages that come with working with a smaller, independent team…
Should you outsource your investment?
As I sifted through my seemingly endless stream of emails, an article by Paul Westall for Forbes grabbed my attention. I currently collaborate with a few family offices alongside my trusted partners, leveraging our collective expertise to deliver tailored solutions that align with their unique goals. Here is a section: In our 2023 Global Family…
We need a break!
Yes, yes, I get it. The market keeps climbing and the calls for a correction grow louder. You see, sometimes markets do not think or react rationally especially in the short-term. Anyway, the “Trump trade” has hit the pause button over the past two days, with the major market averages taking a bit of a…
Profits, patience and preparation
The past couple of weeks have felt like a buffet of unexpected challenges for global investors: the US election, rate cuts, and a fresh round of stimulus in China have all appeared like courses in a meal nobody quite ordered. Fortunately, my range of portfolios has been holding up well especially our multi-assets model. Building…