Dare to Dream: 7 Proven Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt
Have you ever stood on the brink of something extraordinary, only to hold yourself back with thoughts like “I can’t do this” or “My efforts don’t matter”? Perhaps after achieving something remarkable, did you ever doubt your worthiness, feeling like an imposter in your own success story? You’re not alone in this struggle to overcome […]
Find Your Sisu: 4 Ways to Master Finland’s Resilience Powerhouse
The Problem with ‘Living in the Present’
The problem with ‘living in the present’ is that it’s often misunderstood. We’re told to seize the day and relish every moment. And there’s a certain allure to this mantra. But here’s the kicker… When taken too literally, living in the present can lead us astray. It might even make us reckless or dismissive of […]
Embracing Risk-Taking for Unparalleled Personal Growth
As individuals, we all nurture dreams and aspirations driven by the desire to unlock avenues of personal growth and exceptional accomplishments. Yet, the pursuit of these aspirations inevitably introduces a landscape of uncertainties. Within this complex interplay of ambition and uncertainty lies the undeniable necessity of risk-taking. The term “risk” frequently carries connotations of danger […]
5 Boring Ways to Unleash Your Self-Expression
Do you feel like you are in a rut? Are your feelings, thoughts, and ideas being repressed or disregarded? The secret to releasing your inner creativity and potential may lie in self-expression. Throughout human history, it has been a vital endeavor to explore oneself. Our identities and memories, which are pieces of our lives that […]
Unleash Your Creativity: Unlocking the Power of Self-Expression
For as long as I can recall, I have been troubled by the belief that I am devoid of creativity. While I am a writer, I am not the imaginative type who makes things up effortlessly. I am like a baker who is lost without the directions in a recipe, a percussionist who never learned […]
Knowing When to Quit: Your Best Decision for Personal Growth
“Never give up!”, “Don’t quit!” “Keep on going” and Vince Lombardi’s famous quote, “Winners never quit, and quitters never win,” are all popular well-meaning statements made to challenge and encourage us to give our very best and persevere until we achieve success. They can motivate us to strive hard and attain seemingly impossible goals against […]
8 Ways to Become and Stay Motivated
As humans, we tend to naturally gravitate towards pleasurable things and follow the path of least resistance. Therefore, when we set a goal for ourselves — anything from landing our dream job, running a marathon, or starting a podcast — it is a big step toward improving our life. But taking action towards the goal we’ve set out to […]
5 Ways to Overcome Your Digital Addiction
You are waiting for an elevator. The doors slide open, you enter, and they close. As the elevator begins its descent, you notice another person is in the elevator taking this ride with you. The silence soon grows uncomfortable. Pop quiz. What’s your go-to move? A) Stare blankly ahead B) Initiate a greeting C) Get […]
Six Ways to Benefit from the Importance of Patience
We all have goals, dreams, expectations, and aspirations that we strive for each day. The achievement of these things makes us feel whole, joyful, and fulfilled and gives us reasons to keep living, even when things get tough. But in achieving them, we often want to jump to the finish line without going through the […]