AI Won’t Save Us—But Our Human Potential Might

We can surf this hundred-foot AI wave if we take this as a team sport.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives deep into the human side of the AI revolution, asking an essential question: Is our true superpower found not in machines, but in our own human potential? Ana explores the… Continue reading AI Won’t Save Us—But Our Human Potential Might

Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI

Humans, walking and taking bags of water and trace chemicals that we are, have managed to convince well-organized sand to pretend to think like us.” – Ethan Mollick In this episode, Ana Melikian challenges the common “us vs. them” mindset when it comes to technology, especially in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Ana takes listeners… Continue reading Why “Us vs. Them” Doesn’t Work in the Age of AI

100-Foot AI Wave: Lessons from Portugal’s Big Wave Surfing

If you are in the business world, in the present moment, you are facing the hundred foot wave of the AI disruption.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian dives into the tumultuous yet opportunity-rich world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for the business landscape. Using the metaphor of a “hundred-foot… Continue reading 100-Foot AI Wave: Lessons from Portugal’s Big Wave Surfing

Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds

No man ever steps in the same river twice for it’s not the same river and it’s not the same man.” – Heraclitus In this episode, Ana Melikian takes us on a philosophical journey through the concept of change and how it shapes our mindsets and our world. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the MINDSET… Continue reading Exploring Change Through Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Minds

Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth

Knowing that relapse is common and even a part of the change process helps you move forward.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the complexities of learning and change, especially how we can learn from our mistakes and missteps. Ana highlights an error she made on the show… Continue reading Embracing Relapse: Lessons on Change and Growth

Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation

Starting to understand why it’s so difficult to change and maybe understanding how the change process works really can help you achieve your goals.” – Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into the complexities of the change process and why achieving personal change can be so challenging. As this year marks the… Continue reading Why Change is So Hard: Practical Steps for Lasting Transformation

Embracing the Power of Restarts

Every day is a new restart, and that sleep before that can help us rest and reset and restore.” -Ana Melikian, Ph.D. In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the concept of restarting and the importance of embracing new beginnings. She discusses how each New Year represents a fresh start, but emphasizes that… Continue reading Embracing the Power of Restarts

The Four Agreements: Always Do Your Best and Perfectionism

“We will be procrastinating because of the fear of not being perfect.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, delves into the profound wisdom outlined in Don Miguel Ruiz’s book, “The Four Agreements.” As she explores the final agreement, “Always Do Your Best,” Ana emphasizes the importance of interpreting this agreement through… Continue reading The Four Agreements: Always Do Your Best and Perfectionism

Overcoming Assumptions: Third Agreement of the Four Agreements

“The problem is to believe that the assumptions we make are the truth.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, the host, Ana Melikian, dives into the intricacies of the third agreement from Don Miguel Ruiz’s renowned book, “The Four Agreements”—Don’t Make Assumptions. Ana illustrates the detrimental effects of holding assumptions as truth and how this… Continue reading Overcoming Assumptions: Third Agreement of the Four Agreements

Internal Vs. External: How Attribution Theory Helps Us Apply The Four Agreements

“What others say and do is a projection of their own reality.” – Ana Melikian In this episode, Ana Melikian delves into “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz, focusing this time on the second agreement, “Don’t Take Anything Personally.” Ana breaks down Ruiz’s perspective by examining the three core points he presents: nothing others… Continue reading Internal Vs. External: How Attribution Theory Helps Us Apply The Four Agreements