In the battlefields of life, victory is not determined by the size of the field, nor is success in business defined by the grandeur of a building. Instead, the true battleground is the six-inch space between your ears – your mind.

Renowned psychologists, philosophers, and researchers all affirm this truth: life is not merely what happens to us, but what we make of it through the decisions we take moment by moment. Each decision either propels us forward or sets us back. Remember, even indecision is a form of decision.

Amidst the rapid evolution driven by technology, digital tools, and artificial intelligence, there is a growing need to consciously cultivate and invest in human intelligence.

We have transitioned from an era where “Information is power” to an age of information overload. One of the greatest challenges we face today is processing the right kind of information to make informed decisions. The proliferation of fake news, manipulated images, and misleading data often sends confusing signals, leading to poor decision-making.

A recent personal initiative to expose fake news on platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook highlighted how susceptible we have become to believing and acting on unverified information. The information we consume shapes our decisions, whether we are aware of it or not. Once we have seen or learned something, it influences our thoughts and actions.

This six-inch space between our ears constantly processes stimuli that trigger our emotions, feelings, and decisions. We must choose carefully what we feed our minds. For instance, not every message needs to be read, and not every video requires our attention.

Today, we are required to make more decisions than ever before, and we are bombarded with more stimuli to guide these decisions. Without a conscious effort to filter and invest in the quality of information we consume, we risk becoming slaves to artificial intelligence rather than its masters.

While technology is a powerful tool, it must be wielded wisely. As the saying goes, “A fool with a tool is still a fool.” It is not the technology itself but how we use it that determines our success. By nurturing our human intelligence, we can ensure that we use technology to enhance our lives rather than dominate them.

As senior leaders, the responsibility to navigate this complex landscape and set an example for others is paramount. Invest in your mind, make informed decisions, and lead with wisdom and clarity. Your ability to harness the power of human intelligence in the digital age will define your success and that of those you lead.