There is no problem so big that it can’t be solved as long as you’re open to positive possibilities. I know this first hand. Whenever I’ve been certain that I was right about how something should go, it’s usually meant I was closed minded to alternative solutions. This almost always led to unnecessary struggle and suffering. [Read more…] about 3 Steps To Solve Any Problem
Personal Development
We are biologically designed to gravitate towards fear when faced with challenging situations. It’s in our nature. It helped humankind survive in ancient times when confronted by life threatening dangers like wild animals and disease. And although those same threats aren’t present for most people, we still choose to live our lives in fear. And doing so can compromise your health, happiness and life experiences. [Read more…] about How to Create Awesome Out of Any Situation You Fear
“I wish I had more willpower.” How often do we hear this? The reality is that we all have a finite amount of willpower. It’s how we choose to use it that determines whether we run out of it and indulge, or if we are able to remain strong in the face of temptations. [Read more…] about Conserve Willpower With Healthy Habits
This week I got a deeper understanding about the power of breathing meditation. My good friend Rick had been saying all along how important it is. I thought I got it. Well, I didn’t really get all of it until a few days ago. Before hitting my Sunday workout I listened to a podcast from Optimize with Brian Johnson titled “The Practicing Mind with Thomas Sterner”. One of the key things he shared about was the importance of meditation; specifically, breathing meditation (not to confused with guided meditation.) [Read more…] about Fuel Your Purpose with Breathing Meditation
Recently I listened to a podcast on Optimize with Brian Johnson. One of the key takeaways from the talk was applying a 20-minute rule to any goal or task you find too big or you’re procrastinating on. The idea is that if you eliminate distractions and stimuli like email and Internet browsing and give your full focus to the goal for twenty minutes, good and even great things will happen. At worst, you will be further along than you were and at best, you will accomplish the goal. It doesn’t seem like a lot of time to invest for that level of return. It’s totally worth it. [Read more…] about Defeat Procrastinaton and Accomplish Your Goal in 20 Minutes
How do you make change lasting? I believe you start by behaving like the person you want to become. It’s not about imitating someone else. It’s choosing to do the things that produce the results you want. [Read more…] about Change Your Behavior, Change Your Life
