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Young women in the West… we’ve failed them

Explore the societal and psychological factors impacting young women in Western cultures, and the roles families, society, and the education system play (or aren’t playing) in their development

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AI is vastly underestimated

AI isn’t overhyped—it’s misunderstood. In this post, Lee Hopkins explores how AI is quietly transforming business and why leaders who ignore it now risk falling far behind.

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Best practice

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The hidden risks of relying on AI-generated content in business communication

There’s no denying it—AI writing tools have revolutionised how quickly we can churn out content. Emails, blogposts, reports, even pitch decks can now be generated in seconds. But while the promise of efficiency is seductive, relying too heavily on AI-generated content carries risks most businesses haven’t fully considered. Yes, AI can mimic tone, follow structure, […]

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Marriage and sex

…or lack of

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How to be a great communicator

Learn how to become a great communicator with evidence-based tips from psychology. This article explores active listening, emotional intelligence, and practical conversation techniques to help you build stronger relationships, express yourself clearly, and navigate tricky conversations—both at work and in your personal life

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The dark side of Meta: How Facebook and Instagram abuse your data

Meta — the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp — has a long history of abusing user trust. It has been fined billions for illegal activities like unauthorised data harvesting (Cambridge Analytica), illegal facial recognition, and mishandling children’s private information. Beyond what’s illegal, Meta is ethically notorious for emotional manipulation experiments, addictive design targeted at teenagers, rampant surveillance (even of non-users), promoting misinformation, and ignoring research that shows its products harm mental health. Today, Meta faces mounting lawsuits and global investigations that could force it to break up or radically change how it operates

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Davo helps capture my thoughts and make sense of them

Davo, my AI writing companion, helps capture my swirling thoughts and shape them into clear, meaningful writing. On leehopkinswriter.com, I share how this supportive partnership brings clarity, creativity, and calmness to my projects, offering a glimpse into a quietly powerful collaboration behind the words

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Work–life balance in Vietnam: How senior expats can reclaim their time

Work–life balance is possible for expat executives in Vietnam—but it requires conscious design. This post explores the cultural and personal tools that help senior leaders thrive without burning out, from coaching and wellness support to time boundaries and lifestyle choices

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Expat mental health in Vietnam: How to protect your wellbeing abroad

Expat life in Vietnam can take a toll on mental health. From isolation to culture shock, the challenges are real—but support exists. Learn how senior expats and their families can proactively care for their emotional wellbeing through counselling, coaching, and compassionate self-awareness