From the shores of New Zealand, the political landscape of the United States unfolds like a peculiar theater production. Not the usual drama of left versus right, we've all seen enough of that, but rather a new kind of spectacle that blurs the lines between leadership, technology, and what can only be described as digital gambling.

Look, I'm not here to claim some kind of moral high ground from my corner of the South Pacific. New Zealand, for all its postcard perfection, grapples with its own demons: poor economic productivity, a culture of tall poppy syndrome, and mental health statistics that would make any policymaker wince. Every nation carries its own burden of imperfection.

But the United States? It has managed to craft something uniquely concerning in the intersection of power and profit.

Take the long-standing tradition of American politicians trading stocks. While this practice isn't exclusive to the U.S., what sets it apart is the conspicuous absence of robust conflict of interest controls. The response from the trading community has been surprisingly cavalier: "Why complain? Just follow their disclosures and profit alongside them." It's a...

To become better investors and traders, it’s natural for our minds to gravitate toward the mechanics of investing. We reach for the best research, systems, chart patterns, risk management strategies, and indicators—the list is endless.

And rightly so. These elements form the backbone of trading. I provide research every day with the intention of offering a valuable filter to help people focus on the most critical aspects of trading and ignore the noise.

But as essential as these tools and strategies are, there’s something even more fundamental—a foundation beneath the foundation.

Well-being.

This might not come as a revelation, given the growing cultural recognition of self-care, but consider this post a gentle reminder to pause and check in with yourself.

Are you attending to the things in your life that truly require your attention

• Are you getting enough sleep?
• Are your dietary habits supporting your energy and focus?
• Are you moving your body regularly, even if just a little each day?
• Are you nurturing meaningful relationships or spending time in way that recharge you?

Here’s why this is so...