Sakura, Sikhi & Strength
Welcome to Sakura, Sikhi & Strength - a podcast about finding strength in the space between cultures and thriving through life's constant changes. I'm Asees Sethi Anand, your host, and as someone born in Japan, raised in Los Angeles, educated globally and now living in New York City, I understand what it means to navigate life between worlds. This podcast is for anyone building careers, starting families, caring for loved ones, and writing their own definition of success - all while honoring the beautiful complexity of multicultural identity. Whether you're a third-culture kid, second-generation immigrant, or simply someone who feels caught between cultures, this show is your space to feel seen, understood, and empowered. Join me for honest conversations about resilience, growth, and finding your strength in the spaces that make you uniquely you.
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Sakura, Sikhi & Strength
Episode 8: Smart vs Wise - Why Intelligence Isn't Enough
Smart vs Wise: Why Intelligence Isn't Enough
We celebrate degrees, test scores, and credentials - but what about wisdom? In this introspective episode, I share vulnerable stories about my real estate career journey to explore the crucial difference between being smart and being wise.
Through personal examples, I examine how our obsession with intelligence often overshadows the development of wisdom - the ability to read context, understand nuances, and make decisions aligned with our deeper values.
Episode Highlights:
- Why "intelligence without wisdom is like having a Ferrari with no GPS"
- The hidden costs of "playing small" in career advancement
- How to distinguish between truly wise decisions and fear-based choices
- Teaching children to value both analytical skills and emotional intelligence
- The price tag that often comes with wisdom-based decisions
Key Question: "Would you rather raise smart kids or wise kids? And more importantly, can we actually nurture both?"
This episode is essential for parents balancing family and career, professionals making strategic decisions, and anyone questioning whether they're moving fast or moving smart.
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