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Can Productivity Obsession Make You Less Productive?
Apr 27, 2021
Today, being productive has become a standard requirement for value. The idea is that those who can accomplish more in less time are more valuable to themselves, their colleges, their companies, and their families. It has become common to believe that the more productive one is, the more successful they can be, and therefore they try to optimize every aspect of their life.
How Spring Offers Opportunity for Self-Growth and Change
Apr 27, 2021
Most people have a positive association with the spring. In some places, springtime means melting snow, warmer air, and new growth. The new beginnings of spring not only help to reshape the landscape but can also contribute to reshaping your mind. Spring can become a gratifying season in that you might see positive efforts made surrounding the cleansing work of the fall and the winter's storage and preservation. Seasons correspond in ways that mirror your internal environment. Spring can be a great time of renewal to help you gain insight into things like making new moves, setting new goals, or seeing through your goals.
How Do I Commit to Learning?
Apr 22, 2021
Remaining steadfast in the pursuit of your goals can become challenging — life is demanding, therefore at times, distractions happen. The capacity to manage priorities including work, home, financial, mental, and physical wellbeing can make your pursuit of success downright arduous. It comes as no surprise that you might find yourself neglecting the ideas and goals that are important to you. Over time, this neglect can leave you saying things like, “It wasn't meant to be,” or “It wasn't fun anymore.” However, this attitude can begin to dictate all aspects of your life, including the responsibilities and relationships that you need to maintain your health, recovery, and career.
Cannabis and Creativity Don't Go Hand-in-Hand
Apr 11, 2021
There aren't many people who would claim that drugs and other substances are good for you. Nor would they claim that they could make you more successful in life. However, there is a common belief that marijuana is different from most other drugs. Among these beliefs is that marijuana, or cannabis, can help inspire thoughts and creativity. Research shows that some who frequently use cannabis say that its mind-altering effects – the "high" – are also beneficial. They claim that it helps to relax them, which allows them to approach challenges and obstacles with clarity and calm. However, some may question how much of this theory results from the drug's direct impact and how much of it is perceived. You have likely heard artists such as actors and musicians tout cannabis' benefits, but are they only getting creative with the facts?
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
Apr 5, 2021
Among the most common pieces of advice for getting ahead in life is being able to step outside of your comfort zone. In its simplicity, this advice offers you the opportunity for personal and professional growth in helping exceed your expectations. Stepping outside of your comfort zone is also an easy anecdote to repeat to yourself, somewhat like a mantra. Getting outside your comfort zone could mean changing careers, moving, or making new friends. However, the “comfort zone” is also a philosophy that can quickly become misinterpreted.
How Can I Embrace My New Clean Life?
Mar 3, 2021
In order to learn to maintain your sobriety, you must have a full understanding of the reasons you became addicted in the first place. The tactics you employ to stay clean will be useless if you do not know what your triggers are. Recovery isn’t a short sprint that you can simply grit your teeth and bear. It’s a long river, with strong currents and slippery rocks. When you learn the movements of the water, you will be prepared to navigate the river.
Foods to Leave Behind in 2021
Mar 3, 2021
Now that the holidays have passed, you have the perfect opportunity to change your diet. So many people have gone vegetarian or vegan that it can be challenging to navigate the current culinary climate for those of us who eat some of everything. Blogs and magazines are brimming with articles about what you should be eating. If you want to make positive changes in your lifestyle, it may be more helpful to expand your knowledge of what not to eat.
The Importance of Support as a New Entrepreneur
Mar 3, 2021
There are many factors to consider when deciding to take the leap into working independently. While you may be capable of coming up with strong ideas on your own, your support system is what turns those ideas into something actionable. When it comes to selling a product or managing a business, success takes more than making sales. As an entrepreneur, it’s in your best interest to surround yourself with innovative, effective people who will influence your process for the better.
How Joining an Athletic Team Can Keep You Clean
Mar 3, 2021
As you’re planning your sober future, take utmost care to ensure that you’re giving yourself enough mental and physical stimulation, nourishing social connection, and setting short-term goals for self-improvement to keep you motivated and on track. One of the most surefire ways to keep yourself healthy and balanced is to join an athletic team or sports group. Combining regular physical exercise with a social support system helps support your recovery on multiple fronts and has the bonus of being a fun, inexpensive activity that you can do with anyone. Of course, during these times the sports chosen would be played outdoors and have the ability to socially distance yourself from others.
How to Establish an Effective Daily Routine
Mar 3, 2021
A dependable routine is the foundation of successful living in any form. From professional athletes to CEOs, productive people make and follow healthy, intentional habits, both when conducting their daily affairs and when working towards their long-term goals. Success doesn’t happen overnight; the people you look up to most likely put in the time to take proper care of themselves, in mind and in body, in order to get where they are now.