Stefan Kelly is a Senior Behavioural Analyst at Canvas8. Stefan has a background in behavioural science and psychology, and has spent most of his career researching how people form beliefs and make decisions. Now he spends most of his time trying to understand the interactions between identity, uncertainty and culture. After work, he's likely reading old psychiatry blogs, scouring 2nd hand clothing apps, or failing to get Arsenal tickets.

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The ancient meditation technique of jhanas is being rediscovered by the Bay Area tech community, promising blissful states and self-awareness. Jhourney leads the movement, reflecting a broader cultural shift towards wellness and self-optimisation as people seek mindfulness in the digital age.