Do you wonder what your dominant mindset is? According to Dr. Carol Dweck, a psychology professor at Stanford University and author of the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, there are two basic types of mindsets: the growth mindset and the fixed mindset. One type is instrumental in a person’s success, while the other … Read more
When a child is born, they have a clean slate. While they don’t know it yet, they’re faced with years of opportunity to create a fitting and unique life for themselves. Unfortunately, many of us don’t realize until much later in life just how much control we have over the directions of our own lives. Part of … Read more
People love to talk about themselves. Because everyone sees the world from their own perspective, they often feel inclined to share it with others. Even though there is nothing wrong with voicing an opinion, some people talk about themselves too much. If you find that someone continuously directs the conversation back to them, they may … Read more
Many people are deep into their New Year’s Resolution mode by the start of February. They are setting goals and making plans to succeed. Those who take it really seriously understand that goals are meant to be long term and produce lasting results, not just a blip on the radar that soon falls by the … Read more
Integrity is one of the most sought-after and also one of the most misunderstood character traits. It is often defined simply as straightforward honesty. Other definitions include “doing the right thing” and “being reliable.” But what exactly is integrity, and why does society put such a high premium on it? Integrity is one of the … Read more
Sometimes it’s not figuring out what or how to accomplish a difficult goal – in fact, today’s glut of information gives everyone a million and one ways to look at any challenge. For many people across the world, the biggest issue is simply taking the first step up. Or perhaps you have no problem getting … Read more
Sometimes we all feel like we’re not living up to our full potential. Sure, you get up and do what needs doing. But it’s easy to have those nagging thoughts of, “I could do so much more with my life.” If this sounds familiar, then one framework that might help is to discover your Zone … Read more
Over the past 10 days, I have been experimenting with TikTok videos. Why am I bothering with a platform that might be banned in the US? Well, I’m using TikTok as an opportunity to learn more about what works (or doesn’t work) with short-form video content. I don’t have any sort of plan. Instead, I’m … Read more
Many things are responsible for your results and successes across your lifespan and not all of it is in your hands. However, a large part of who we are and what we become lies in how effectively we use our minds. What if there was a basic and simple method you could follow every day … Read more
The Ikigai Framework is a Japanese concept that can help us find fulfillment and meaning in our lives. With questions such as ‘Why am I here?’ or ‘What am I doing with my life?’ often weighing heavy on our minds, this framework provides a structured approach to finding the answers. By exploring our skills and … Read more