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The Procrastination cycle - A cage of self doubt
We often think of procrastination as a personal failing—a lack of discipline, or a character flaw. But what if approach it from a slightly different angle? What if the cycle we find ourselves in is not just a psychological blockage, but a predictable system? In my experience and most likely the majority of others, procrastination is draining and demoralising. It leeches what little willpower we have and gravitates us to some sort of distraction. This is my interpretation of
Justin Chang
Oct 30, 20254 min read
My Caddying Experience
Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to caddy for a friend in a golf tournament. While I went in thinking my main jobs would to be find errant shots and keep the clubs clean, I walked away with more than that: I left with an appreciation for the game and a lesson in mentality. Caddying is not just being a butler but the epitomy of a mini psychologist. Beyond the obvious physical task of hauling a heavy bag for a couple kilometres, a caddy is a mentor. Notably, there we
Justin Chang
Oct 25, 20252 min read


Beyond the Rational - Behavioural Economics
For centuries, economic theory was built on the model of Homo economicus—a perfectly rational human who always makes decisions to maximize their benefit. But let's be honest, does that sound like anyone you know? Behavioural Economics is essentially this - a fascinating field that blends insights from psychology with the principles of economics to understand how people actually make decisions. In a nutshell, behavioural economics is the study of why people make irrational cho
Justin Chang
Oct 13, 20252 min read


A golfer's War of Attrition: How Pros Live With Their Mistakes
Whether golf is your cup of tea or not, the professionals of the sport show commendable qualities to be acknowledged. Once you pick...
Justin Chang
Oct 8, 20252 min read


The Talmud's moral compass for the world
The Talmud is the primary source of Jewish law and theology. It serves as the basis for religious texts such as the 'Torah". It is often...
Justin Chang
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Quantum Computing: How the Future of our World is Getting Closer to Reality
I want to share some good news that I learned from a mentor of mine recently. Inho Choi won the global industry challenge sponsored by JP...
Justin Chang
Sep 22, 20251 min read


The Irony of the Architect: Sam Altman and the "Dead Internet" He Helped Build
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI and the man most responsible for the mainstream explosion of AI chatbots through ChatGPT, recently...
Justin Chang
Sep 13, 20252 min read


What the Lee-Trump Meeting Really Means for Korea’s Future
When South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with former U.S. President Donald Trump this week, the encounter revealed much about the...
Justin Chang
Aug 31, 20252 min read


AI Struggles, and growth stagnates: Why the Corporate World's Bet on AI hasn't worked out
https://futurism.com/ai-agents-failing-companies?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/business https://www.goldmansachs.com/insights/articles/ai-investment-forecast-to-approach-200-billion-globally-by-2025.html The hype around AI in the coporate world is palpable and has only been growing as analysis by Goldman Sachs estimates that total investments in AI will soar to almost $200 billion by the end of 2025. However, a starkly different story is emerging from the corporate s
Justin Chang
Aug 26, 20251 min read
Interesting Read: The Impact of Giving Kids Smartphones Too Early
https://futurism.com/neoscope/study-younger-kids-smartphones?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/technology A recent study highlighted...
Justin Chang
Aug 9, 20251 min read


AI and the Future of Forest Sustainability: Key Insights for the 2025 IUFRO Conference
The future of the world’s forests may depend on algorithms - but only if we use them wisely. As climate change accelerates and...
Justin Chang
Jul 31, 20252 min read


Europe's Wakeup Call - From Vacation to Reality
https://youtu.be/SA5fRV79oc0?si=iSjCKQ_mznheUbtr Coming back from the surreal paradise of Bali where the golden sunset seemed to shield...
Justin Chang
Jul 23, 20251 min read


The Irony of Paradise: Reflections on the Ukraine War from Bali
https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrainealert/all-of-ukraine-is-ours-putins-russian-imperialism-is-now-on-full-display/ Here in...
Justin Chang
Jul 15, 20252 min read
Looking Ahead
As I transition into my junior year of high school, I’ve begun thinking more seriously about my future—what I value, how I want to...
Justin Chang
Jul 9, 20251 min read
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