The meaning of life is in the details all around you — Are you lost in life again? I know I am. From time to time I wander. Maybe you’re like me and try to find out what your meaning or purpose in life is. Why do you do what you do, and what should you be doing to live your best…

Maybe a lack of focus is not your actual problem — Today felt like one of those dreaded wasted days. In the morning I had no clue, I felt great. I had a whole free day in front of me so I could do anything I wanted. Would I learn a new song on my guitar? Would I read a great…

Make your days more meaningful — and fun! — A colleague told me of something interesting they do when they’re on holiday with their kids: they give each day a theme and then center all activities around that theme. For example, a theme of the day could be ‘castles’. That then leads them to visit a castle, look up…

Skip those pesky distractions and get some real focus into your day — You know those days when time seems to slip away while you get distracted? It feels like you drown in apathy, watching YouTube videos or reading online articles. In the evening you go to bed feeling bad, because you didn’t accomplish anything meaningful. Meh. When I started a 4-day work…

It’s not quick, but it’s easy — Writing down three things you’re thankful for each day is a great way to increase self-confidence. Taking the time to recognize and appreciate the good in your life can help you to focus on the positive rather than ruminating over the negative. Here’s how you do it: Set aside a…

The easiest way to bring more focus into your life — Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years, and has been proven to provide numerous mental and physical health benefits. Those who practice regularly find themselves more relaxed, less anxious, and better able to focus on the present moment. …

Resolve your underlying fear to stop procrastinating — People often confuse procrastination with being lazy. You know that you need to do a certain task, but you’re not doing it and feeling bad for being so lazy. But it’s not laziness that’s blocking you. It’s avoidance of the fear that you associate with the task. …

You‘ll be fine without that constant narrative in your head — I think 95% of the thoughts inside my head are pointless. They’re just a constant chatter that keeps me busy without having a purpose. I just did a little experiment when I was in the supermarket. Normally I walk around and go through my shopping list in my mind: “I…

Start with a sense of accomplishment — Admiral William McRaven said in his great speech: “If you wanna change the world, start off by making your bed”. At first the audience is laughing a bit after he says this. But he actually has a great point, and this is why: 1 You start the day with an easy win It’s a small task to make your…