No, you are not a genius, nor are you special!
“There it is again,” I told myself.
“All happiness depends on a leisurely…
“Unless your name is death, I would probably never flirt with you”.
Stop fucking complaining.
Don’t engage with negativity. Call it out. Kill it. Don’t give it oxygen.
Find & work with brilliant people.
Spend more time with inspiring people.
When we’re stuck in one life area, it reflects in another.
How often do you pay close attention to the world around you? If you ask most people…
In Tim Ferriss’ book “Tools of Titans,” he interviewed Scott Adams who is the creator of the Dilbert comic strip.
YES, GOOD ENOUGH.
I am in the wrong business, I thought as I sat in the plastic surgeon’s office waiting for my appointment. People- women, actually, ALL women, waiting, coming in, going out, being called in for some appointment to sculpt, inject, shape, change, consult, buff, and whatever else is offered at this very busy…
We all have an ego. It’s part of the operating system that runs the human app. This is not a surprise. I’m certain that everyone has…
From the day one, when we start observing the world with our own eyes and we try…
In my “Thank You & farewell’ email, a sentence I wrote:
There are two main reasons why talking about your goals is not a smart idea:
“The core of pride is self-rejection.” — Bruce Lee
Have you ever observed how many a teary-eyed celebrity thanks her team or her family for…
#mindfulness; #psychology; #letting go; #perspective; #profanity
It was a cloudy day, slightly chilly and there was a hint of a drizzle. I was out for my morning run. Unlike every…
I think I might have misunderstood what Karma really is all this while. Since childhood, I was always told about Karma — what goes around comes around. If you do bad, you will experience many bad things. The part where I misunderstood, is its mechanism.
You showed up to work today, but why did you show up today? Because you had to? If that’s then answer then, here’s another question: Why did you eat today? We all have to eat to live, but we don’t live to eat. We have to work to live, but the value in our work is *how* we…
The people in your life. Do they lift you up or do they bring you down?
Right around the time our first child was born, The Mozart-for-babies craze was at its…
The fight between these two things starts internally.Do too much and you’ll not give proper…
How do you measure one's progress in life? At this point of your life, are you fulfilled? Are you happy…
You may be comparing yourself to others and feeling like you don’t measure up.
Those others are often doing the same thing.
What if the world stopped spinningWhat if the silence I hear when I lay in bed at night was the only sound I could hear for the rest of my life? What if I spent so many nights worried that I would never find youthat I never didbecause I never…
An inspiring read. At first, I had to stop on the 9x1=7 thinking it was a typographical error. Glad I read the entire thing or I would miss the message. Thanks for sharing Catalin.
You’ve been slogging through the trenches long enough. You’re tired of being a roadie. Tired of…
Believe it or not, we make many more choices all the time than we often are aware of. In almost every moment there is…
Having the opportunity to save these two is truly a gift.
Having an encyclopaedic memory serves me well. I can remember my times tables, recall conversations from years ago and recount (almost) every compliment ever paid to me.
Leaving on a Jet plane.
I was flying, crossing continents, somewhere in the middle of the clouds, 36,000 feet above the ground, I was reading “Lean in” and Sheryl Sandberg asks
What would you do if you were not afraid ?
WOW YOURSELF, YOUR FRIENDS..THE WORLD
5 seconds can change your life
I hope you don’t mind me quoting in my opinion one of the most important steps:
Step 9 . Making direct amends to such people wherever possible except when to do so would injure them or others .
I have heard this called the ‘Justice and Freedom Step’. I don’t think it’s selfish to make amends to…
I have read about Thomas Edison’s life, but I have not read about this. I’m glad you shared it. It’s a challenge to emulate that attitude, but I would love to.
Jack: Mr.Krack?Mr. Krack: Yes?Jack: Nothing is good or bad, only thinking makes it so?Mr. Krack: It’s a wise old saying.Jack: Does it refers to faulty thinking or finding faults in thinking itself?Mr. Krack: I cannot say.Jack: And Mr. Krack?Mr. Krack: Yes?Jack: Thinking enables us to differentiate between right and wrong?Mr. Krack: Perhaps…
This is what people should remember the next time they feel bored.
Start to question yourself.
The illusion of job security
I am still meeting many young people who want a job when they finish their education. Even many freelancers are really interested in fixed jobs. It is the perceived security of earning a monthly paycheck. That is alluring to them.
I tackled the second chapter yesterday with a little more purpose than I did the Introduction and the first chapter, I think because it was in the middle of the first two sections that I decided to work out a write up for each. Before I dive into what “Self-Discipline &…
I’ve heard it said that when you know the Why of your goals the who, what, when, and where will follow. But how to find that…
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You may have read the title of this blog and thought, “what is a P51 moment?” Well P51 is short for Psalms 51. You know, the Psalm that is transparency at its finest? But please note that the transparency did not happen overnight. This Psalm was written by King David. Notice the…
Thank you Ryan Holiday.
This is our reminder to always look for the good in people and in difficult situations.
More often skepticism stems not from others but ourselves. Everyone wants a good situation and nobody wants to lose. That’s got to start somewhere. Why not be the opportunist instead? We’ve…
Excellent point on willpower. Two big things you should always do instead instead of rely on willpower are 1. Clearly define your why. And 2. Create habits so those tiny daily actions that need to be done get accomplished instinctively, no willpower required. Of course your recommendation for accountability and coaching (mentorship) are also powerful additions.
A few years ago I sat in meetings wanting to say something. For a long long time, I did not speak up. I was afraid. I was afraid of someone calling me out. I was afraid of being told I was wrong.
My purpose?
I’ve been giving a lot of thought lately as to what my purpose here on earth could possibly be. I really couldn’t come up with anything. A few days ago I was invited along with a friend to drive up north and volunteer for the families who lost everything due to the fires. We do a lot of volunteer work. Giving…
I deal with the opposite struggle at times. I don’t like having any time in my day that feels “unproductive”. So I try to squeeze in mini learning or writing sessions whenever I can. It’s difficult to “turn off” my brain and relax. I have to force it to happen.
After a person has crossed the great abyss and merged their soul and consciousness with the Godhead they are released! They are filled with the light and energy of the Godhead and the time comes for them to return back to ordinary physical existence bringing that light and energy back…
It is the emotions that make life worth living! Without emotions life is very sterile. We live for emotional satisfaction and pleasure. The most familiar forms of this energy are joy, love, and excitement. With this energy we feel alive and vital in the most positive ways. The development…
As much as I believe we are tribal animals and generally do better when we are in groups sometimes things…
My body feels strained. My productivity levels have drastically went down since yesterday. I have no urge to study for upcoming tests. It’s a dangerous sign, since my grades have gone down quite considerably in the first term.
Even in the midst of darkest we must strive, reach and strain for the doorway to something greater.
I type this with the intent of being myself. Today, so many people are writing posts and making videos of how they made it as an entrepreneur within one year of starting their business. Telling some story…
Learning is a process which can not be stopped. It starts when you born and it ends when you die. Everyday and every moment of your life aware you about new things and realities.
I’m just a girl who woke up one day and decided to believe in herself. It was a long and fickle road of forgiving myself and…
Protest your worst qualities.
Embrace the growth they’ve brought.
A POEM
Always trust your gut.
Your gut is always your best teacher
Nothing can take its place
It is the only thing that gives you life
Very valuable essay kevin. I struggle to start with writing at all, but I absolutely love to read. Whenever I do try and write or at least maintain a simple journal, I struggle to get going. I will definitely use the tips that you’ve shown. Thanks!
We all struggle at some point. I do. I hope you accomplish all your goals. Remember not to put them on the back burner. Good luck :)
Earlier today, I noticed that I have to remind myself to be patient and realize that I’m not going to…
Single most important lesson I’ve learned from the AMAL fellowship
Active listening, I found the most important lesson for me. It helps me a lot to understand that people in our community wants share their thoughts they need someone who xan listen their ideas their…
Beautiful piece of poetry Jackie!
Well said Mukundarajan. So many nuggets of wisdom here. I’m not yet half of what you’ve traveled in life, so I’m expecting more challenges ahead. I will remember to take the miseries out of my mind. Thanks for dropping by.
Dear Self,
I have made a promise to myself to spend Sunday tending life’s garden.
My freedom only exists when I take it for myself and own it! When I do this I become master of my own destiny. The freedom that the people talk about is hollow because they are asking the government to grant it to them. It is not recognized that freedom is essentially self liberation and always will be! We…
Why me?
Almost 3 years ago, i was really happy to finally land a job that i wish for a long time. New account, morning shift, great people, accommodating boss, and an opportunity to grow. With the help of my colleagues, i got the position i always dreamed of. But that was just the beginning of everything. I am indeed…
Outstanding article. Thanks kevin!
That is so sweet of you Mayank. Thanks for reading.
i’ve put my dancing shoes in a box for a little while because the only time i wear them is the only time anyone sees me smile
our clocks tick second after second because some people like to focus too much on time
but the clock never stops and we never get older, it’s time to put away the dancing…
Thought provoking read. Great creativity!
Valuable Op-Ed. Love the insights.
A positive affecting affirmation to help yourself:
"I am appreciative of all that I had while I respect and love all that I have toward the enjoyment of all that is coming into my life. I respect and appreciate all who had passed through my life, who…
True empowerment comes from a fully integrated belief system and lifestyle that harmonizes both the physical and spiritual sides of human nature. This fully integrated belief system is unique and individual to each one of us. We can read other authors, study other systems and philosophies…
What the world define a word so deep and shallow?
Words that only they want to think.
But can only be define by one’s self.
Power, Wealth, and Popularity
Most of us do not monitor our emotional well-being and generally ignore it when we are going to a rough time in our lives. Although we are aware of the upheavals in our psychological health, we are not capable of addressing the emotional pain and easing…
Thoughts were the ones that makes us who we are today. The power of the mind so deep and chaotic. The deepest thoughts and the shallow minds what we want, wanting, and wanted. I will not say nor do what a chaos mind would think of. There are possibilities that these could make and break us. Fix your…
Sphinx
The stony sphinx lies there in the wilderness.Impotent sphinx, foolish sphinx.Which riddle did the son of Oedipus solve?How blindly and miserably he must have weptAt the murder of his father and the marriage nightWith his mother.Your swollen feet will never again limp,No, you…
