Entries by Spencer Li

Weekly Market Wrap: When Will the Fed start Cutting Rates?

Currently, there is a potential clash between investors’ hopes for the Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates and the Fed’s current stance that it is too early to consider such action. This has caused uncertainty in financial markets for 2023. Many investors believe that inflation has peaked and that price pressures will fall quickly, […]

What is Stoicism? (13 Practical Ways to Apply it in Your Life!)

Stoicism is a philosophy that originated in ancient Greece and Rome that emphasizes the development of self-control and fortitude as a means of overcoming destructive emotions. It teaches that by accepting the present moment as it is, we can achieve peace of mind and inner harmony. Through the practice of Stoicism, you can learn to […]

Practical Life Philosophies that You Can Use to Improve Your Life!

Are you curious about the world around you and looking for a way to make sense of it all? Look no further than philosophy! Philosophy is the study of fundamental questions about reality, knowledge, and our place in the world. It can help you understand yourself and the world around you better. In this blog […]

What are Peak Experiences, and How to Get More of it in Your Life?

Have you ever had a moment in your life where you were completely immersed in an activity, feeling a sense of awe and wonder, and experiencing a deep sense of connection and fulfillment? These intense moments of positive emotion and enlightenment are what we refer to as peak experiences, or “flow states.” These moments can […]

Weekly Market Wrap: Stock Market Reacts Positively to Stronger Jobs Data

In the recent NFP report, the US economy added 223,000 jobs in December, which was slightly better than expected, and the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%. Average hourly earnings increased by 4.6% year-over-year, which was lower than the expected 5.0% increase and the revised prior reading of 4.8%. The US stock market rallied strongly after […]