How busy are you during your waking hours? Does it seem like you’re attending to a number of things all at once? Do you feel that no matter how many items you cross off your to-do list, there are still a lot more to be done? Are you constantly multi-tasking—planning your day as you commute […]
Continue Reading... Looking for a study plan template to improve your academic performance? Today’s post features 11 downloadable study plan examples that you can edit and print for personal use. The best part is that they’re all free. Time management is one of the most challenging aspects of student life. You have your classes to keep track […]
Continue Reading... Do you have a personal mantra? Or do you have a saying that you frequently tell yourself that conveys a deeper meaning in your life? A personal mantra inspires and offers comfort. It realigns your perspective and reminds you of your goals. And personal mantras empower you to create motivation throughout the day. So if […]
Continue Reading... Goals are meant to get you to where you want to go. They are an important component of success. However, if a person or a company’s goals are vague or unrealistic, they can do more harm than good. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry expressed it quite clearly in this quote: “A goal without a plan is just […]
Continue Reading... A new year is upon us, and I think it’s safe to say that most people are entering this new beginning with a craving for a sense of control over their circumstances. Due to 2020’s overwhelming global theme of COVID-19, people want to regain authority over their lives, and especially their health. However, with COVID […]
Continue Reading... Growing up, many people are taught to place other people first. Unfortunately, this often goes against human nature. Sadly, a lot of people are selfish naturally and tend to think about themselves first. This can harm their relationships with their family members, friends, coworkers, and loved ones. If you are looking for ways to be […]
Continue Reading... If you’ve ever been asked if you are a Democrat or a Republican, your answer may have fallen into neither category. In fact, according to a 2018 Pew research study, 38% of those polled claimed to be Independent in their party choice, while only 31% committed to being Democrat and 26% Republican. But the original […]
Continue Reading... Technology has become so integrated into our everyday lives that our phones, tablets… even fitness trackers are now able to send and receive text messages and emails, make calls and keep us on task with calendar reminders and alarms. But I am here to offer a friendly warning. Before you are tempted to use your […]
Continue Reading... As opposed to rhetorical questions or loaded questions, hypothetical questions consist of unproven assumptions or make-believe scenarios. But you can also ask hypothetical questions to get to know someone better. In fact, the right question can lead to a fun conversation as you learn interesting things about how another person thinks. With that in mind, […]
Continue Reading... Being effective at time management takes practice. Whether you’re taking online classes, working an eight-hour shift, or running a household, a system that helps get things done on time and organizes your schedule is a necessity. Time blocking is a method fit for this purpose. Also known as time boxing, it is a way of […]
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