by Ramoth Watson | Aug 31, 2025 | Blog
Introduction Human beings have a remarkable ability to protect themselves from disappointment and dissatisfaction. Two common ways we do this are through sour grapes rationalization and sweet lemons rationalization. Though they operate in opposite directions, both...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 29, 2025 | Blog
Where Herd Mentality Starts Herd mentality begins early. From childhood, we are taught, sometimes subtly, sometimes directly, that fitting in is safer than standing out. In school, children often learn that conformity earns rewards, while questioning authority may...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 26, 2025 | Blog
In Jamaica today, we are living longer than ever before. Longevity is a gift, but it also brings with it new challenges, particularly when it comes to the rising cost of care in our later years. While licensed insurance brokers are able to sell long-term care (LTC)...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 23, 2025 | Blog
When I made the decision to join the life insurance career as an advisor more than 35 years ago, not everyone around me was enthusiastic. My beloved sister, in particular, expressed deep concern. She looked at the compensation model, based largely on results, and...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 22, 2025 | Blog
Introduction Single motherhood has become increasingly prevalent across societies worldwide. While it is often approached with sensitivity, the topic warrants honest exploration. The rise of single-parent households, most of them headed by women, has profound... by Ramoth Watson | Aug 19, 2025 | Blog
In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Usain Bolt stepped onto the track for Round 1, Heat 7 of the men’s 100 m. The world watched as the Jamaican sprint champion prepared for what would become another historic run. But in one frame, just before the gun fired, a deeper lesson...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 18, 2025 | Blog
Justice is often symbolized by Lady Justice, blindfolded, holding scales, and promising impartiality. Yet when we examine the lived reality of justice systems around the world, we find cracks in that symbolism. Too often, justice bends toward the privileged few,...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 14, 2025 | Blog
Jamaica’s demographic narrative has taken a dramatic turn. Back in the 1970s, the National Family Planning Board encouraged smaller families with the memorable slogan: “Two Is Better Than Too Many.” The country was facing real concerns, overpopulation, resource...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 13, 2025 | Blog
Not long ago, the rotary phone was the centerpiece of the household. You’d lift the receiver, wait for the dial tone, and slowly turn each number into place. It was a deliberate process, one that required patience, a steady hand, and the ability to remember a number...
by Ramoth Watson | Aug 11, 2025 | Blog
by Ramoth Watson We live in an age where financial tips are just a click or a podcast away.Turn on the radio, scroll through social media, or watch a popular money show, and you might hear someone giving a caller or viewer very specific instructions: “Buy this type of...
