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I chose to read Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakeable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness by Dr. Rick Hanson. I picked up this book as I have been exploring ways to navigate the demands of school and life transitions while balancing my personal and emotional health. The idea of becoming more “resilient” felt relevant and appealed to me. What I appreciated about Resilient is how it combines science with practical exercises. Dr. Hanson outlines 12 key strengths (e.g., compassion, mindfulness, and courage) and shows how to hardwire them into your brain using the science of neuroplasticity. His concept of “taking in the good,” or intentionally savoring positive experiences to shift your mindset, really stuck with me. At times, the book felt a bit repetitive or overly simplified, but that also made it easy to digest and apply to daily life.  I also liked how each chapter ends with practices and reflections, this helps the reader pause and engage with the material. However,  the b...

  To: Clark Hansen, CEO, AMDP From: Grace Lim Date: 3/4/2025 Subject: Investment Recommendation Memo I have researched Misfits Market, a rapidly growing company dedicated to reducing food waste and increasing access to affordable groceries. Misfits Market rescues surplus and imperfect produce, redistributing it to consumers at lower costs. The company embodies AMDP’s core investment principles by promoting environmental sustainability, ethical sourcing, and financial growth. This memo evaluates Misfits Market’s alignment with AMDP’s investment criteria and provides a recommendation on whether we should invest in this company. AMDP Investment Criteria To evaluate Misfits Market as a potential investment, we consider the following core concepts: Triple Bottom Line (TBL) – TBL evaluates a company's success based on three pillars: People, Planet, and Profit (Elkington, 1997). It emphasizes that businesses should balance social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and financial pe...