Design Your Retirement Before It Designs You
How many times have you become excited about a goal? You start working at it, doing everything in your power to succeed. And then, suddenly, a wave of doubt rolls in. Perhaps, it was a dream job, an activity, an athletic achievement, or even a relationship that you worked hard for. Instead of focusing on the accomplishment and the success...
To some, this may seem like just another self-help book, like just another book youโll buy and then leave somewhere in the house. Essentialism, by Greg McKeown, is anything but. The book is an essential read for anyone trying to simplify their life by removing the excess load off their shoulders.ย I first learned about Greg McKeown and his books...
Pomodoro Technique! Think Simple, Think Natural, Think Fresh! The Pomodoro Technique is a time-management system for increased productivity. It is a straightforward productivity method that can be practiced by anyone, anywhere. The best thing about this system is its simplicity and accessibility. All you need is a task, a designated time, and a timer. The Pomodoro Technique helps prevent burnout,...
Coaching is not a new profession; however, its popularity has grown exponentially in past years, making it more accessible to individuals worldwide. The term “coach” was originally used in the 1830s by students at the University of Oxford as slang for a tutor; as tutors undertake the process of transporting a person from where they are to where they want...
The Eisenhower Matrix What if I told you you can effectively finish your daily tasks, garner the amazing feeling of satisfaction in the time invested, and begin to focus on the essential activities easily? Wellโฆ you can! Newsflash! There is a way of finishing your daily to-do list with minimal stress AND it requires very little juggling between the important...
Find and follow your passion! We hear this advice constantly, whether it be from a motivational speaker or during a college graduation speech. But what exactly does finding your passion entail? What does it mean to follow your interests? Passion a strong liking or desire for or devotion to some activity, object, or concept; an object of desire or deep...
Journaling – the practice of keeping a journal to explore and make sense of your thoughts and feelings surrounding life. Journaling has always been something I associated with the past when individuals wrote in physical journals and notebooks for communication and self-expression. To me, it was a form of entertainment and a way to kill time and I often wondered...
Solomonโs Paradox – we tend to reason more wisely about other peopleโs problems than our own. Source: Google King Solomon King Solomon is said to be one of the wisest rulers of ancient times. People traveled long distances to seek his wisdom in resolving their problems. One of the best-known stories is the dispute between two women claiming to be...
I’ll huff and I’ll puff and I’ll blow your house down!No! No! No! Not by the hairs on our chinny chin chin! We all know the story of the three little pigs and its moral: Hard work and dedication pay off. But, there is another lesson to be learned from this story โ a lesson of the importance of having someone to rely...
Self-confident people are generally happier and more satisfied with their lives. They achieve more. They feel more comfortable with their surroundings. So, what is self-confidence? Why some people have it and some donโt? Can we acquire it? Self-confidence can help you navigate more successfully in your personal and professional life. Arguably, it is the most important quality that contributes to...