King Sasanka – Sri Lankan Writer & Retired Aviation Professional.

During a recent friendly conversation, one of my friends remarked that the younger generation is far more selfish than those who came before them. I smiled and said, “Good for them.” Needless to say, he was taken aback. Why Being ‘Selfish’ Isn’t Always a Bad Thing The word "selfish" has been burdened with negativity for generations.  We associate it with greed, arrogance, and disregard for others. But in reality, there’s a healthier, more meaningful version of selfishness, one rooted in self-preservation and personal growth . My rationale is simple: If you’re not selfish, you may never be truly successful. And if you’re not successful, how can you possibly help anyone else? A Lesson from 40 Years in Aviation Having spent over four decades in aviation, one piece of advice from every in-flight safety briefing has stayed with me: “In case of a depressurization, oxygen masks will drop from the panel above you. Put on your own mask before assisting others.” T...

The personal compounding effect applies the concept of compound interest from finance to your daily life. It's the idea that small, seemingly insignificant actions, when done consistently over a long period, will accumulate and lead to massive results. This effect can be a powerful force for both positive and negative change in your life. The Formula of Personal Compounding The core of personal compounding is a simple formula: Small, Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = Radical Transformation.   Small, Smart Choices: These are the micro-decisions you make every day. For example, reading 10 pages of a book, choosing to take the stairs instead of the elevator, or spending 15 minutes learning a new skill. Individually, these actions don't seem like much. Consistency: The key to this principle isn't the size of the action, but its frequency . Doing something small every single day is far more effective than doing something big on...

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