“Your health account, your bank account, they’re the same thing. The more you put in, the more you can take out.” — Jack LaLanne You only have one body on this ride called life, so it makes sense to take care of it. Most people do not have two or three hours a day to […]
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Under-Estimation Leads to Failure
“A spark can set a whole forest on fire. Just a spark. Save it.” — Charles Bukowski Under-estimating a task, situation, or challenge can lead to being caught unprepared. When unprepared, it is hard to perform your best. This can result in unexpected failure. The easiest way to avoid this trap is to never under-estimate […]
First Impressions Are Powerful
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” — Will Rogers Impressions are important. The first impression is shown to stick and sets the tone for how someone will view you. Depending on the level of integration you’ll have with that person, an initial meeting has the potential to be followed up […]
Mastery Takes Practice
“If people knew how hard I worked to get my mastery, it wouldn’t seem so wonderful at all.” – Michelangelo In an age of endless walkthrough videos, it is easier than ever to learn about a subject. Experts post to explain everything from the best way to tie your shoes to how to build a laser […]
Normal is an Illusion
“Normal is an illusion. What is normal for the spider is chaos for the fly.” – Charles Addams In some cultures, we approach the holiday of Halloween1. Arguably one of the best holidays as it allows you to dress up and be whoever or whatever you want while receiving no judgement. It opens the door to […]
Can You Change Your Mind?
“There is no place in a fanatic’s head where reason can enter.” – Napoleon Bonaparte Philosophical discussions on life can be fun and enlightening. Constructive conversations of points and counterpoints can lead to well thought out ideals. Challenging beliefs is how we grow, but there are times when you come across an unchangeable opinion. Regardless […]
Hosting is Good for You
“Never miss a party…good for the nerves–like celery.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald Hosting a party takes an enormous amount of work. There is planning to be done, shopping for supplies, set up, and then hosting the actual event. Comically, this is followed by another activity of clean up. It can be a daunting task, but […]
Hope is Not a Strategy, Sort Of
“Pessimism never won any battle.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower “Hope is not a strategy” is a complex phrase. We have all had moments where we wish upon a star in hopes of a particular outcome. While this might make you feel better, it will not move you closer to your goal. That said, hope is […]
Sleep Under the Stars
“Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few are dirt” – John Muir People have been camping in national parks for over 100 years1. The tradition has a low barrier to entry and immerses you in nature. As a perfect way to unplug from technology, it is no surprise it continues […]
Fostering Happiness
“Happiness, n.: 2.a. The state of pleasurable contentment of mind; deep pleasure in or contentment with one’s circumstances.” – Oxford English Dictionary1 People have pursued happiness since humanity came into existence. Entire careers in positive psychology have been working to unlock the secrets to being happy. Happiness has been put on sale in the forms […]