Rise and Shine: Unlocking the Benefits of the 5 AM Club
If you are a frequent listener to the Passion Struck podcast, you have likely heard me talk about my morning routine, which includes waking up at 5 a.m. daily. I do it to have a head start on the day and gain an extra edge in life. I find many benefits associated with joining this […]
Why You Need to Stop Chasing Perfection and Just Be Happy
“Good is the enemy of great” is a phrase made famous by Jim Collins that refers to settling for less after achieving some success instead of striving for more. Many misinterpret this to mean perfection is necessary, but this is not the case. This idea of being perfect is what French philosopher Voltaire was addressing […]
4 Simple Ways You Can Stop Feeling Stuck
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like your life is passing by, and all of a sudden, it’s been years since you’ve made any meaningful progress in achieving your goals or dreams? You’re not alone. The truth is that many people get caught up in a cycle of negative thoughts and feelings, which can […]
The Value of Struggle for Your Growth
I receive many listener inquiries about pain, trauma, challenges, and struggles. Many of these questions revolve around the idea of being overwhelmed by pain or experiencing situations where pain and struggle are harmful rather than helpful. Others ask about the impact of trauma and how they can deal with it; truth be told, most of […]
Finish the Year Strong — 7 Tips on How to End the Year
The year 2022 has indeed been a year with its ups and downs. The war in Ukraine had detrimental effects on the global economy as well as food and energy shortages; climate change caused weather abnormalities, such as more significant storms, the outbreak of more robust fire seasons, and abnormal cold and heat waves. Political […]
Overcome Victim Mentality: 7 Ways to Stop Playing the Victim
Life has its ups and downs for each one of us. Every day, bad things could happen to you or to others you know. However, some people insist that it was never their fault. As a result, they develop a victim mentality, where they feel they don’t have any control over what happens to them. […]
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 […]
How to Control Your Anger: Unlock 8 Simple Steps
Anger is the sensation your brain gets when you feel you are shortchanged. Perhaps someone cuts in front of you in the checkout line, or a lazy work colleague takes credit for the work that you did. Or maybe someone you love has betrayed or wronged you. We all express anger at some point in […]
Unlocking the Incredible Regenerative Power of Gratitude
Thanksgiving Day is observed in the United States annually on the fourth Thursday in November. Today marks another of such days, and similar days are observed in several other countries worldwide. Beyond the aroma of roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, and the many delicacies shared on this day between families and loved ones, it is a […]
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 […]