Psychologies

TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED

What does it take to get on in life, do you think? Received wisdom tells us from an early age that we must make grand plans, constantly check to make sure we ‘have everything under control,’ and develop strategies to try to ‘stay on track’. But what about the influence of good old-fashioned luck? And is there a way you can harness this element? In essence, is there a way to be more lucky?

When you think back to the events that have truly shaped your life – perhaps accidentally meeting your significant other in a coffee shop, randomly coming up with your new business idea while gazing aimlessly into the window of a bookshop, or bumping into an old colleague who ended up offering you your

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