Arts & Ideas Decision Making
Jan 31, 2025
Justine Greening, former UK Secretary of State for Education, shares insights on government decision-making and social mobility. Gary Stevenson, a former trader, highlights the impact of economic choices on social equity. Philosopher Constantine Sandis dives into the reasoning behind our decisions, while Professor Bill Sherman explores tarot’s historical role as a decision-making tool. Together, they reveal the intricate ties between choices, personal stories, and systemic inequalities, prompting a deeper reflection on how decisions shape our lives.
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Bath Time Decision
- Gary Stevenson was expelled from school for drug dealing, leading to a pivotal moment in his life.
- Sitting in the bath, he rejected a friend's invitation to smoke, deciding to change his path.
Turning Points
- Gary Stevenson's life features key turning points where decisions shaped his trajectory.
- Rejecting his old friends after his expulsion was crucial for his upward mobility.
Intuitive Mathematician
- Despite claiming to not study, Gary Stevenson excelled academically, even topping his class at the London School of Economics.
- He attributes his success to an intuitive grasp of mathematics.
