Avoiding the Destructive Seduction of Groupthink
Patrick Menefee Published on: 30/06/2025
Why so many “independent thinkers” are still following the crowd
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War, Integrity, and Conflicted Values
Patrick Menefee Published on: 23/06/2025
When bombs drop, so do the masks. In the chaos of war, we get a raw glimpse into how people and nations truly operate. But what happens when the values we claim to stand for collide with the actions we take? In a time where nuance is lost and sides are chosen fast, this post asks the uncomfortable questions most people avoid… and challenges you to look at where your own values truly stand. The most controversial thing in this post isn’t the politics, it’s the mirror it holds up.
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Here's what most people get dead wrong about risk
Patrick Menefee Published on: 17/06/2025
We fear what we don’t understand. But what if your understanding is the problem?
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Your Values Are Not For Sale
Patrick Menefee Published on: 02/06/2025
What Do You Stand For When No One’s Watching? Values aren’t slogans for your Instagram bio or buzzwords for your office wall. They’re your inner compass—and if they crumble under pressure, were they ever really values at all? In a world where tribal loyalty often overrides personal truth, this post invites you to pause and ask the hard questions: What do you really believe, and are you living it?
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Rethinking Risk: What If “Safe” Isn’t Actually Safe?
Patrick Menefee Published on: 19/05/2025
Most of us chase safety without ever questioning what it really means. But what if the path you think is secure — your job, your investments, your routine — is actually the riskiest of all? This post challenges conventional thinking around safety, risk, and control.
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Do It Anyway: Why Fear of Looking Stupid Is Costing You More Than You Think
Patrick Menefee Published on: 12/05/2025
It’s not failure we fear — it’s looking foolish. Whether it's a cold call, a social post, or launching something new, many of us hesitate because we’re afraid of embarrassment. This post breaks down why that fear is holding you back and what to do instead.
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