Serendipity, a word coined by the 18th-century English writer Horace Walpole, refers to the phenomenon of making fortunate discoveries by chance, often when we least expect them. It's the unexpected stroke of luck, the fortuitous twist of fate that can lead us down new and exciting paths in life. But serendipity is more than just blind luck; it's an art form, a...

How can we apply the growth mindset to creativity in practical terms? In my experience it comes down to one thing: the willingness to look bad when pursuing an activity. he growth mindset is focused more on the process than the outcome. This is easy to accept in theory, but very hard to stick to in practice. Most people don’t want to deal with the accompanying embarrassment or shame that...

Food is not merely sustenance; it's an art form, a sensory experience that delights and surprises us with every bite. And at the heart of culinary creativity lies the magic of unexpected food pairings - those serendipitous combinations of flavors and textures that elevate a dish from ordinary to extraordinary. One need only think of the classic pairing of chocolate...