The Problem with ‘Living in the Present’

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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 […]

Unveiling the Multipotentialite: Navigating Your Superpowers

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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 our future […]

Embracing Risk-Taking for Unparalleled Personal Growth

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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

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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 […]

Why Having a Strong Moral Compass Is Vital to Your Life

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Many individuals claim to possess a clear understanding of right and wrong, and trust their intuition to make sound judgments. A strong moral compass is essential to life, but staying true to your values and beliefs can be challenging and leads to the following questions that I have received from the Passion Struck community: What […]

Rise and Shine: Unlocking the Benefits of the 5 AM Club

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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

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“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

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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

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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

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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 […]

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