Lachlan Brown is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Brown Brothers Media, a digital publishing network reaching tens of millions of readers monthly. He holds a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Studies from Deakin University, though his real education came afterward: a warehouse job shifting TVs, a stretch of anxiety in his mid-twenties, and the slow discovery that studying the mind is not the same as learning how to live well. He started experimenting with Buddhist principles during breaks at the warehouse and eventually began writing about what he was learning. That writing became Hack Spirit, a widely read personal development site, and his book Hidden Secrets of Buddhism became a bestseller. His work breaks down complex ideas into frameworks people can apply immediately, whether they are navigating a career change, a difficult relationship, or the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. Lachlan splits his time between Singapore and Saigon. He writes about high-performance routines, decision-making under pressure, digital innovation, and the intersection of Eastern philosophy with modern life. His perspective comes from having built things from scratch, failed at some of them, and learned that clarity comes from practice, not theory.
Let’s be honest: most of us think we’re pretty self-aware… right up until a tough email, a snarky comment, or a family dinner flips a switch we didn’t know we had. Emotional intelligence (EQ) isn’t about never getting triggered. It’s about what you do next—what you notice, how you choose ...Read More
We usually imagine that intelligence makes life easier. Smart people can solve problems, grasp abstract ideas, and often excel in work or academics. But when it comes to friendships, things aren’t always so simple. In fact, many genuinely intelligent people end up feeling isolated, with few — if ...Read More
We live in a world that constantly praises busyness, connection, and togetherness. The idea of spending time alone can sometimes be seen as strange—or even a sign that something’s wrong. But solitude doesn’t have to mean loneliness. In fact, learning how to enjoy your own company is one ...Read More
When someone walks into a room, you can tell they’re confident; when someone speaks carefully, you can tell they're thoughtful. Ah, the simple nuances of public perception. However, it's not always that straightforward because, in reality, appearing refined in public is an art, subtly woven into the small habits ...Read More
When the bill arrives, do you find yourself instinctively reaching for your wallet? When it's time to chip in for a gift, do you always end up covering the extra? Welcome to the world of being "the friend who always pays". Yes, we've all been there but we know it's ...Read More
Restaurants aren’t just places to eat—they’re stages where class, culture, and unspoken norms play out in small but noticeable ways. For many people, particularly those in the lower-middle class, certain habits can unintentionally send signals they may not intend. These behaviors aren’t inherently wrong, nor are they moral ...Read More