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Why Cynicism Kills Growth (and How to Rewire for Optimism)

Cynicism feels safe. It protects you from disappointment - but it also keeps you from possibility. In this episode, I explore why so many of us mistake pessimism for intelligence, and how our ancient survival wiring still shapes the way we see modern risks.

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October 24, 2025

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Sachin Jha

Host · Decoding Wisdom

Former international-level cricketer, Ivey Business School graduate, founder of ReadyAI. Host of Decoding Wisdom.

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Sachin and Sachin go deep on the moments that shaped the work - the visible wins, the invisible costs, and the frameworks that survived the experience.

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