Category Archives: Self-Improvement

How to Slow Down Time

Most of you have probably heard “Time flies when you’re having fun” more times than you can count. I don’t know if there’s a catchy phrase for the feeling that time drags on when you’re bored, but you’re probably also … Continue reading

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Presence

As far back as I can remember, I’ve wanted to leave the world better than I found it. When I found out how much suffering exists and how much has to change, it was easy for me to get downtrodden … Continue reading

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How I Do Things I Don’t Want to Do

That may seem like a strange title, so I’ll explain what I mean by it. There are many times each day in which I have trouble finding the motivation to do things that I know are beneficial. Something that I’ve … Continue reading

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My Biggest Moment of Serendipity This Year

I started off this year with a great sense of optimism and peace, but little to no direction. That all changed on one of my days off when I decided to start organizing my room. Having tried in the past to … Continue reading

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Review of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

I’ve read a handful of books that have blown my mind, and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is one of those books. I thought it would be good but it’s incredible; I’ll go so far as to say … Continue reading

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Irrational Decisions and Identifying with Ideologies

Have you ever seen (or participated in) an exchange in which two people with opposing views were convinced they were right and their opponents were wrong? Maybe they even cited studies that supported their respective sides. Looked at individually, it’s … Continue reading

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Protecting Yourself Against Manipulation

In his book Influence, Robert Cialdini talks about six principles that increase the chances of successful persuasion. These principles help us navigate life without becoming overwhelmed by minute details, but they can be used against us by con men. Cialdini … Continue reading

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How to Change Habits

The following is an excerpt from The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. It’s one of the most useful books I’ve ever read and I highly encourage you to check it out. Knowing how we’re wired gives us the power … Continue reading

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