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Productivity
- Keep an Open Mind to Learn New ThingsOne of the greatest personal development tools one can have is the ability to keep an open mind in every situation. Keeping an open mind means listening with intent to understand, and seriously considering what the other person is saying. Too often, we make crucial mistakes that hinder our ability to learn. We: Have an…
- Turning on Read Receipts on Your iPhone is Surprisingly PowerfulA few years ago I decided to put my iMessage texts to include read receipts. A read receipt lets the sender know what time you read their blue iMessage (a text message between 2 Apple iPhones). They are optional, with about half of the population having them turned off. It might be a bit silly,…
Mental Health & Growth
- Enjoy the Little Things in LifeWhether it’s that first sip of a fresh cup of coffee in the morning, a walk in the park on a sunny day, or just 10 minutes of peace before everyone comes home – I urge you to take the time to be in the present moment and enjoy it. Our lives are typically nonstop….
- How to Overcome Negative ThoughtsWe often talk about the power of positivity; how positive thoughts lead to positive actions that lead to a better life. While this is certainly true, it is ignorant to believe that somebody can have positive thoughts 100% of the time. Even the happiest and most optimistic individuals with good mental health will have negative…
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Physical Health
- The Many Benefits of Cycling and The BodyCycling has many benefits for the body, both physically and mentally. This includes the ability to decrease inflammation throughout the body, curing sciatica through cycling, and overall creating a clearer headspace for the body and mind. When you ride, you are not only releasing a ton of endorphins into your body, but you are also…
- Everything You Need to Know About Dieting [Ultimate Guide]Losing weight is not easy. Especially today – there is A LOT of misinformation, weird trends, and fake tricks out there. It can be extremely discouraging to cipher through the information trying to find out what works and what doesn’t. As somebody who lost over 30 lbs last year, got into the best shape of…
Book Reviews
- The Four Agreements Book ReviewThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom is a personal-development book written by Don Miguel Ruiz. The book talks about ‘agreements’ that you can make with yourself that will help you improve your life and become a happier, more complete person. They are: The book itself was an enjoyable read, and all four agreements…
- Book Review of The Shower Habit: 10 Steps to Increase Energy, Boost Confidence, and Achieve Your Goals Without Waking Up EarlierI recently got in contact with my friend Stephanie Ewing about a new self-help book she wrote dedicated to improving your morning routine called “The Shower Habit”. As many of you know, I love to try out new morning routines and make my own personal adjustments to them. The Shower Habit was a great book…