“There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” At work, it matters how valuable others perceive us to be. It can determine whether we get that promotion, whether…
Do you know who you are? Do you know where you are going? Do you know what you want? These questions might appear simple, but they are not always easy to answer. However, you should try to give yourself the…
“We are all storytellers. We all live in a network of stories. There isn’t a stronger connection between people than storytelling.” -Jimmy Neil Smith Telling stories is a very important skill. Whether you want to be an effective public speaker…
In the present day, we’re sitting down more than ever. Many of us work at our desks and sit in front of our computer screens for large parts of the day, before moving to sit down on the sofa to…
Metacognition is a fascinating topic. In essence, it is easily understood as the art of ‘thinking about thinking.’ But in some respects, it’s more than that. Within psychology, metacognition is defined in the following way: “Higher-order thinking that enables understanding,…
When it comes to spirituality, Buddha is the greatest life teacher. His thoughts and ideas have been hugely influential and have changed the lives of millions of people. Here are a few ideas that might change yours with quotes from…
The word discipline, for many, is associated with unpleasant things. But if we recognize its benefits and embrace it, discipline can become the best choice we can make. It doesn’t matter what you want to accomplish. You will need some…
First, forget inspiration. Habit is more dependable. Habit will sustain you whether you’re inspired or not. – Octavia ButlerMaking positive changes in your life is not always easy. After all, there are so many habits to choose from. Which ones…
Public speaking can be pretty intimidating. For many people, it can feel like a highly challenging task and one that makes them feel pretty anxious, so they tend to avoid it. However, public speaking is an essential skill in many…
We are taught to see struggle as a sign that something is going wrong. But what if it was instead a sign of impending success? Don’t fear struggle. Don’t avoid it at all costs. Struggling means that you have started…
