#305 | Simone Collins; Raising Geniuses, Modern Dating, and Finding Cultural Identity

Vance Crowe sits down with Simone Collins, an expert in the education industry. Simone provides an in-depth analysis of the current school system, its limitations, and how we can raise geniuses. Additionally, Simone and our host explore dating in the modern age and how relationships can thrive in the face of challenges. Simone shares how her marriage with Malcolm has inspired her to strive for the best version of herself, and how their shared values and goals have brought them closer together. Simone additionally opens up about her cultural background and how her introverted and private nature has shaped her perspective on life. LinkedIn: Amazon Book Series: The Collins Institute: That fascinating essay on the impact of the London Season (or rather, the impact of a period in which it was suspended!): Suicide is the second leading cause of death for children and adolescents. Alarmingly, suicide deaths are rising both for teens and pre-teens. Between 2007 and 2019, the suicide death rate for children 8 to 12 years old increased 166%. For teens, the rate nearly doubled. And for every young person who dies by suicide, thousands make a suicide attempt. Between 2005 and 2017, the proportion of teens 12-17 who reported the symptoms of a major depressive episode within the last year rose from 8.7 percent to 13.2 percent, the data showed. Adults ages 18-25 showed similar trends, while rates remained relatively stable for older generations. Book a Legacy Interview | — A Le