That’s a misconception.

Decision-making refers to your cognitive process. It’s about how you end up with your decision, not what the decision leads to.

Good decision-making can lead to bad outcomes. The opposite is also true. Bad decision-making doesn’t mean you always get bad results. For every decision, there are external factors that influence your outcomes.

So how can we improve our decisions?

By focusing on the process, not the outcome. The best method for improving your decision-making process is to ask yourself critical questions. It’s not enough to ask obvious questions like, “What are my alternatives? What has worked for others? What are the consequences?”

While it’s good to ask yourself those questions, it will not change your decision-making process. Those questions only look at what you already know.

Here are six thought-provoking questions in Annie Duke’s book, Thinking In Bets:

• Why might my belief not be true?

• What other evidence might be out there bearing on my belief?

• Are there similar areas I can look toward to gauge whether similar beliefs to mine are true?

• What sources of information could I have missed or minimized on the way to reaching my belief?

• What are the reasons someone else could have a different belief, what’s their support, and why might they be right instead of me?

• What other perspectives are there as to why things turned out the way they did?

Think About What You Can’t Know

We all know the feeling of talking to an experienced person who shares some insights with us, and we go, “Aha! I didn’t realize that.” That’s what you want. Duke writes the following in Thinking In Bets:

”Just by asking ourselves these questions, we are taking a big step toward calibration. But there is only so much we can do to answer these questions on our own. We only get exposed to the information we have been exposed to, only live the experiences we have experienced, only think of the hypotheses that we can conceive of.”

It’s impossible to know and see everything. We haven’t had the experiences of other people. Most of us keep making the same decisions because we never get an outside point of view. We don’t make an effort to improve our decisions.

Open To Beliefs — Not Gullible

To improve your decisions, ask yourself questions that challenge your existing beliefs.

As you become open to other beliefs and perspectives, keep in mind that other people also don’t have all the answers. Adopt the mindset of a sceptic. Be open to other beliefs, but don’t believe everything instantly.

Keep looking for evidence and other perspectives. When you have collected enough information, make your decisions. Sometimes people assume you have to listen to everything “experts” have to say. This will only make us gullible. If there’s one thing that harms our decisions, it’s that.

We should always make our own decisions after going through a process. We should avoid making rash decisions based on the opinions of others.

Common Decision-Making Pitfalls

Here’s what you should watch for when you’re making decisions (no matter how big or small):

• Analysis paralysis — This is very common. At some point, you get stuck in the process and you can’t make a decision. You go over the process over and over again. This is a big risk. You can NEVER have 100% of the information you need. It also helps that your decisions are not about the outcomes. Don’t let your fear of making the “right” decision paralyze you. There’s no right or wrong outcome. Just outcomes. Deal with it later.

• Extinction by instinct — The opposite of the above. It’s the belief that instincts are a useful tool in decision-making. This leads to rash decisions.

• Information overload — This is when you ask too many people for their opinions or insights. Stick to trustworthy sources and keep them at a minimum. More information is not better. Reliable information is.

When you face a problem, simply look at your options, collect some information, think about what you can’t know (the six questions at the top), evaluate everything, and pull the trigger.

Done. Then, move on to the next one.

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Historical figures like Herodotus, Leonardo Da Vinci, Pablo Picasso, Benjamin Franklin, Eleanor Roosevelt, and hundreds of others have talked about how procrastination is the enemy of results.

One of the inspiring quotes about procrastination is from Abraham Lincoln:

“You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.”

The funny thing about procrastination is that we all know that it’s harmful.

Who actually likes to procrastinate?

No one enjoys doing that.

And research shows exactly that: When you procrastinate, you might feel better in the short term, but you will suffer in the long term.

It doesn’t really matter why you procrastinate. Some love the pressure of deadlines. Some are afraid to fail, so they put it off until the very last moment.

One thing that all procrastinators have in common is that procrastination has a price.

This highly cited study, published in the American Psychological Society journal by Dianne Tice and Roy Baumeister discusses the cost of procrastination. It is related to:

• Depression

• Irrational beliefs

• Low self-esteem

• Anxiety

• Stress

Procrastination is not innocent behaviour. It’s a sign of poor self-regulation. Researchers even compare procrastination to alcohol and drug abuse.

Beating Procrastination

The key to finding from the study by Dianne Tice and Roy Baumeister is this:

“The present evidence suggests that procrastinators enjoy themselves rather than working at assigned tasks until the rising pressure of imminent deadlines forces them to get to work. In this view, procrastination may derive from a lack of self-regulation and hence a dependency on externally imposed forces to motivate work.”

Self-regulation, self-control, and willpower are all things that we overestimate. We think: “Yeah, sure, I will write a novel in 3 weeks.”

In our minds, we’re all geniuses and mentally strong. But when the work comes, we cop out. If you’re a procrastinator, you can’t help but delay work. And that’s true for the small and big tasks.

Sure, everybody fears stepping outside of their comfort zone — that’s why we call them comfort zones. It takes courage to make a bold move.

But it sure doesn’t take any courage to complete small tasks like paying bills, printing out something for your boss, doing taxes, etc.

The truth is that procrastination has nothing to do with what you’re trying to do — small or big, it can wait until later. It can always wait, right?

You start working on a task, you’re excited, you’re focused, but then, after some time, you think: Let’s read the news for a second.

It always starts with just one thing.

Then, you think: I might as well watch one episode of Game Of Thrones. Then, a video on YouTube — and then another one. Then, a little bit of Instagram browsing. And so forth.

It always ends with a bang: “This is the last time I’m wasting my time!”

Yeah, right.

Willpower Doesn’t Work. Systems Do.

If you want to beat procrastination, you need a system for doing work. A lot of people shy away from routines, systems, and frameworks because they want to have “freedom.”

Freedom is your enemy. The fact is that if you want to get things done, you need rules. What are some things that research proved to be effective?

• Self-imposed deadlines.

• Accountability systems (commitment with friends or a coach).

• Working/studying in intervals.

• Exercising 30 minutes a day.

• A healthy diet.

• Eliminating distractions.

• And most importantly, Internal motivation.

If you combine the right productivity tactics, you have a productivity system.

The deadlines create urgency, accountability will create responsibility, working in intervals improves your focus, exercising will give you more energy, so does a healthy diet, and eliminating distractions will take away the temptations. Procrastination will be something of your past.

But no system can help you if you don’t have an inner drive. People overcomplicate that concept, but it’s simple: Why do you do what you do?

If you don’t know, make something up.

If you know why you’re doing something, even the most annoying tasks become bearable. It will become a part of the bigger picture.

So, instead of diving into work, take a step back, think about why you do what you do, and then rely on a system that supports that. It’s not rocket science. Just science.

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• “It can’t be done.”

• “What? Do you want to build an airplane? You’re crazy.”

• “You’ll never make it.”

• “Everyone fails, and so will you.”

• “1,000 songs in your pocket? You must be kidding, right?”

• “An electric car with a range of 300 miles? What’s next? A time machine?”

• “You want to be an artist? It’s safer to get a job.”

• “Why would you travel the world?”

What does it take when everyone tells you that you’re wrong? Delusion. At least a little of it.

Everything that is not ordinary is crazy. Well, that’s what people tell you.

And if you don’t want to live an ordinary life, you must be stubborn and stupid because it’s expected to live an ordinary life. That doesn’t take any courage.

You don’t need guts to get a job, buy a house, or do the usual stuff.

Most people are realistic. And you know what, they’re right. You should be expected; it’s the right thing to do.

• It’s not realistic to be the first one to build an airplane

• It’s not realistic to travel the world and earn money

• It’s not realistic to build an electric car

• It’s not realistic to live your dream

• It’s not realistic to write a novel

• It’s not realistic to make art

But what’s the fun of living when you already know the outcome? If you never try, you never have to deal with the hurt of failure — I’ll give you that.

“Yeah, but an extraordinary life is not for everybody. I have bills to pay. I’m not lucky.”

You have shit going on in your life. But doesn’t everybody?

You’ve never met a ‘perfect’ person. Have you?

Rich people have problems. Poor people have issues.

But is that a reason not to do something? Life is also not a contest of “my problems are worse than yours.” If it’s the attention that you want, get a dog.

THERE IS ALWAYS A REASON NOT TO LIVE THE LIFE YOU WANT.

The truth is: You’re trying to be realistic.

Think outside the box. Think of flying cars. Unconventional living. Space travel. Whatever.

Be crazy, weird, delusional, out of your mind, or whatever term people use for not ordinary. Do extraordinary things.

“People do not decide to become extraordinary. They decide to accomplish extraordinary things.” — Sir Edmund Hillary.

Because once you decide to be realistic, your life will play out like a movie you’ve seen a dozen times.

Is it still worth sitting through it? Yeah, sure. But it’s not extraordinary.

Next time people call you crazy or think you’re weird, just realize you’re on the right path. It’s not a reason to stop; it’s every reason to keep going.

Go. Go. Go.

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You refill your gas tank when you’re running on empty.

But sometimes, you forget to take a break and recharge your most precious possession: Your body (and the brain).

Whether you love what you do, are between jobs, or have a job you hate, You’re working. Living is also a job.

Just the act of getting up in the morning can be a daunting task.

So why do you make your life even more challenging by not taking a vacation to recharge? I’m not talking about your weekends, which are packed with activities or holidays, where you do more work than relax.

No, that type of “free time” only costs energy. I’m talking about resting for a particular reason: To recharge your battery so you can get back to living a productive life.

A break reduces stress and improves productivity.

Scientific research shows that a vacation decreases perceived job stress and burnout. Now, that’s a pretty solid benefit of taking a few days off. But there’s more.

Will I get more things done when I get back?

The answer is yes, but there’s one major thing to keep in mind. But let’s back up a bit: What does it mean to get more done? Getting things done has nothing to do with time — if you work more hours, you don’t necessarily get more done.

In fact, research shows that working more hours generally means less productivity.

Why? Well, we often waste time if we have a lot of it. It’s simple: If I say to you you have a year to write an article. What would you do? Put it off until tomorrow, right?

But what if I tell you that you only have 2 hours? You’ll probably get started right away. So, having more days off and fewer days to work forces you to be more effective with your time.

Research shows that a vacation in itself won’t make you more productive, but when you have more days off, you have a strong desire to get more things done in less time.

And that’s a win-win situation for everybody: You, your business, or your job. You take off a few days, recharge, and spend time with your family or friends, and when you come back, you’re more productive.

Sounds great. But wait, there’s a caveat.

When your vacation is stressful, the positive benefits go away. So keep the stress on your holiday at a minimum. Otherwise, you’ve wasted a perfect opportunity to relax and boost your overall productivity.

Here are a few tips that might help you take a break and recharge fully.

1. Do What You Want

There are no rules for taking vacations, and everybody relaxes differently. If you like to plan your holiday, just do it. If you want to go with the flow, then do that.

Want to wake up early? Do it.

Don’t like waking up early? Sleep in.

Even if you go on a vacation with your partner, friends, or family, you don’t have to be together 24/7. You can also sometimes do things that you enjoy.

The key is to not have expectations on your vacation. Let go of everything.

You’ll probably do things you wouldn’t do just to take a picture. “I really need to rent a jet ski so I can take a picture with it.” No, you don’t.

Who cares? Focus on enjoying the moments you experience. Whatever those moments may be.

2. Read

Bill Gates is famous for his voracious reading habits. He is also known for his ‘Think Week,’ where he does nothing else but read and think.

You don’t have to be Bill Gates to think about your life and career. We all have our daily, weekly, and monthly routines. Usually, routines and habits work very well. However, you can also get stuck inside a loop.

That’s why stepping back from your daily life and career is better. If you do that, two things can happen: When you step away, you miss your daily life and can’t wait to pick up where you left off.

Or the opposite will happen. You don’t want to go back. See that as a sign that you need to make a change. Either way, a break always serves a purpose. It doesn’t only help you to recharge, it will also make you think.

3. Get Bored

But did you know that you can use boredom to your advantage?

Instead of giving in to distractions, just give in to boredom and see what it leads your mind to. In fact, Andy Warhol embraced boredom. You can tell by the boring films he made or the references he made in The Philosophy Of Andy Warhol about getting bored.

Whenever you hit a creative wall, just do nothing. Literally, nothing. Try it sometime. It’s a great strategy; maybe you can come up with the next best thing in your industry.

It’s never a good time to take a break.

• “I just need to finish this project.”

• “My boss will never accept it.”

• “People will think I’m lazy.”

• “I don’t have time.”

• “My family needs me.”

Yeah, yeah, I’ve been there too.

But what would you do instead: Continue to work without resting and burn out? Or take some rest before you’re tired?

So before you use all those valid reasons to not take a break, think about what all the people in your life have to do if you’re not here anymore. Yes, you’re essential.

So take care of yourself. Take a break and come back with more energy.

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• If you were not born rich.

• If you feel like you’re not an actual genius or particularly gifted.

• If you grew up not knowing what you wanted to do as a kid.

You can still succeed even if you have no special skills or talent.

Here’s how you can accomplish that.

1. Get hardcore about self-learning

No one will spoon-feed you information, especially when you’re trying to get ahead in life.

You need to become a relentless learner, constantly seeking out new knowledge and skills. This doesn’t mean enrolling in expensive universities and getting more degrees.

You start making progress once you take responsibility for your own progress. You must keep learning new things every single day.

Every day? YES. No days off. You can get off from work, but not from learning because it’s a way of life.

It’s about utilizing all the resources you have at your disposal — books, online courses, podcasts, mentors, and more.

You’d be surprised at how much you can learn by self-study. The key is to learn, learn, learn.

And then you will automatically start applying.

2. Copy your heroes (the winners)

The people who have achieved what you aspire to have already paved the way for you. They’ve made mistakes, learned lessons, and found strategies that work.

You can stand on their shoulders.

Why not learn from them?

“Set your own rules and stick to them; never argue with the market; never make a play you can’t afford; never give way to irrational exuberance. Above all, don’t be a sucker.”

Of course, this doesn’t mean copying them exactly. It means observing their habits, attitudes, and strategies and adapting them to suit your own circumstances.

Read the biographies of the people who have achieved the things you want. Follow their careers and take note of their advice. Remember, they were once in your shoes, and they found a way to succeed.

3. Combine your new skills with your unique life view

While copying is a great way to start, you must always pave your own path. There’s no honor in copying others forever.

Everyone has a unique perspective on life-based on their experiences, values, and beliefs. As Marcus Aurelius said:

“It is not death that a man should fear, but rather he should fear never beginning to live.”

Try not to live other people’s lives. Do what you can to pursue your unique viewpoint of a good life. Because that’s what sets you apart from everyone else.

So, combine the skills you’ve learned with your experience to cultivate your perspective on everything.

Look at it this way. No one in the world has your set of skills, talents, and perspectives.

4. Do something different than others in your field

Once you start developing your own perspective, it’s time to do something with that.

Do something that’s unique to you.

This could be an innovative business idea, a unique approach to solving a problem, or an investing strategy that works for you. Whatever it is, give it your own twist.

It’s easy to follow the crowd, but it’s the ones who dare to be different that truly stand out. If you want to succeed, you need to differentiate yourself from the rest.

Find a gap in your field and fill it. Offer something that others aren’t.

It takes time and you have to be patient with yourself. But in my experience, as long as you remain consistent with your progress, you’ll get there eventually.

Being different isn’t about being weird or eccentric. It’s about offering value in a way that no one else is.

The odds are against you. Beat them anyway

Unless you’re born with privileges, the odds of succeeding in life are against you. But success isn’t about where you start, it’s about where you end up.

To me, real success is if you improve your life situation, not just fulfilling your expectations.

It’s about achieving your true potential. By daring to be different, you can beat the odds and succeed.

Thanks to the internet, you pretty much have all the tools you need to learn and create your own path to success.

Now all you have to do is take the first step.

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So here we go.

First Things First: Delete The Rubbish

Controlling yourself is difficult. Some apps are easy to use but don’t add anything to your life.

Most information you consume with those apps is nonsense.

You can always install them again later. But it’s important to delete those apps when you’re trying to get rid of the habit of using them so often.

Because that’s what you’re trying to do here: Replace a bad habit with a good one.

Now that you’ve got rid of the stuff that is a distraction, you can’t use it anymore.

So what can you do instead? Here are 5 ideas.

1. Check Your Favorite Blogs

You don’t consume much information other than books, but when you do, you need to read specific writers.

You can do this here in Substack by going to the writer’s page.

The point is that you don’t want to consume random stuff. You only want to read things that are relevant to you.

2. Create A Journal Entry

Writing down your thoughts unloads your human RAM, so you free up brainpower.

Plus, you’re doing something, instead of consuming.

3. Talk To A Stranger

It seems like all people in public are either playing with their phone, or they are listening to music.

Unplug yourself from the Matrix and talk to people.

You know, right? Human beings, just like you and me.

The person who’s sitting next to you might be your future spouse, client, or best friend.

How do you talk to strangers? How about saying ‘Hi’?

4. Chill Out

This one is often used too much, or not at all. Sometimes it’s fine to kick back, open up YouTube and watch something nice for 5 minutes.

Or chill out in any way that relaxes you. If funny cat videos are your thing, go for it. If you love to search for new music on Spotify, do that.

It’s better to do your ‘chilling’ when you’re waiting for something. Otherwise, you might click from one video to the next and waste hours of your time. That’s the last thing you want if you want to be productive.

5. Walk Around The Block

What do you do when you’re early for something? Sit down and wait?

The point is this: Try to do something useful with those minutes you usually waste.

If you do it with purpose, everything is useful.

Even if you decide to do nothing, but don’t be a reactionary robot that just responds to things.

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Maybe you’re thinking of quitting, giving up, or even escaping your life and traveling the world?

Well, welcome to modern-day life, filled with expectations and pressure to be successful.

When life gets hard and we don’t get what we want, we tend to get frustrated. Eventually, that frustration leads to anger, which in turn results in an overall feeling of helplessness.

That’s when the gloomy thoughts take over.

“I can’t do it. I’m going to quit.”

Now you start questioning yourself. You forget about all the things you’ve accomplished in your life and you only think about how hard life is in the moment.

You lose all perspective. It’s just negative thoughts. Everything sucks.

Whether you feel sorry for yourself or not, life goes on. It’s your responsibility to snap out of your gloomy mindset.

10 things you can do right now to feel better

Here are ten practical steps you can immediately put into action.

1. Let go: Surrender, but not in the way you might think. Let go of unrealistic expectations and overly ambitious goals that are causing you stress. There’s virtue in knowing what truly matters. Remember, the sun doesn’t shine brighter because we force it; it simply shines every day without effort.

2. Embrace simplicity: Escaping isn’t the solution. Instead, learn to appreciate the mundane aspects of your life. Find joy in simplicity. A cup of hot coffee on a cold morning, a warm smile from a stranger, the sound of rain on the roof; these simple pleasures are the real treasures of life.

3. Listen to your favourite music: Music can uplift your spirits. Listen to songs that make you happy.

4. Revisit your favourite childhood movie: It doesn’t matter which movie it is for you. Just let it remind you of simpler times.

5. Buy a bunch of good books: Get excited about immersing yourself in new worlds and ideas. Reading can be a great escape. From fantasy epics to insightful biographies, books offer us countless lives and realities.

6. Read “A Manual for Living” by Epictetus: This brief yet profound book will help you refocus on what’s truly important in life. Epictetus teaches us that it’s not events that disturb us, but our interpretation of them.

7. Connect with friends: Engaging in meaningful conversations with good friends can be energizing and uplifting. Reach out to an old friend, share a laugh, reminisce about old times, or even vent if you need to.

8. Go for a long walk: Walking is not just physically beneficial, but it’s also a great way to clear your mind and relax. As you walk, try to consciously notice the world around you — the falling leaves, the chirping birds, the cool breeze. Appreciate the beauty of nature.

9. Indulge in self-care: Take a warm bath or visit a sauna. Relaxation helps you to focus on the warmth and good feelings.

10. Slow down: When gloominess strikes, our thoughts tend to race. Make a conscious effort to slow down. Take deep breaths, meditate, or practice mindfulness. Remember, it’s okay to pause.

As you can see from the above tips, it’s all about slowing down your life and mind.

When you’re glooming, you go fast. You want to slow down.

Reject the gloomy thoughts

When gloominess sets in, remember that you have the power to break free from it. You can return to your normal self.

Viktor Frankl, a Holocaust survivor and psychiatrist who endured unimaginable suffering in concentration camps, said:

“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms — to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.”

This is a very powerful idea. YOU have the power to choose your attitude, NO MATTER WHAT.

Choose positivity, life, and good things — even if life is hard. Never walk away from hardship.

Go through it with an optimistic mindset.

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Just ask any journaler. You won’t find someone saying, “Journaling is so-so.”

Everyone who does it loves it.

The following are four techniques that can help your journaling practice.

Four questions to start the day

We often rush through our mornings, leaving little room for reflection. However, taking just five minutes at the start of your day can set a positive tone for the hours ahead.

Ask yourself one of these four questions (pick any you feel like answering):

• What am I grateful for today?

• What am I looking forward to today?

• What is the one thing I need to accomplish today?

• How was my sleep, and what can I do to improve?

This exercise fosters gratitude, anticipation, self-awareness, and focus, all within a few minutes.

Get your obstacles out of the way.

We often get stuck because we give too much mental space to our obstacles. Whether you consciously think about your challenges or not, they will linger in your mind.

That’s why you must get them out of the way.

How? By bringing them into your consciousness. By identifying your challenges and talking about them, you will gain more clarity and confidence.

Ask yourself these three questions regularly:

• What’s standing in the way of achieving my current goals?

• Why is it an obstacle?

• How can I deal with it?

This prompt encourages honesty with yourself and motivates you to take action where it’s needed most.

Long-term focus

The pathway to success or failure is often paved with the accumulation of daily habits and actions.

To assess the trajectory of your current habits, pose these questions to yourself:

• If I were to repeat today’s actions every day for an entire year, where would I be next year?

• Is this somewhere I want to be?

This reflective exercise can serve as a barometer for your progress, enabling you to identify whether you are on the right track or if adjustments are required to redirect your course.

Close the day

Ending your day on a positive note is just as significant as beginning it with optimism. As you wind down, take a moment to ponder on these three inquiries:

• What small things did I accomplish today?

• Were there any insights I gained?

• What’s my focus for tomorrow?

These last prompts give you a sense of accomplishment, enhance learning from your daily experiences, and prepare you for the next day.

That way, you can keep up your momentum.

Consistency is everything

Good things come when we’re consistent.

Make these techniques part of your daily routine, and you’ll be surprised at the transformation they can bring.

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If so, you’re like any other ambitious person who wants to make the best of his/her life.

We all have limited time on our hands. Some live longer than others. But you and I both know that it’s not about how long you live, it’s about what you do with the time you’re alive.

It’s about leaving everything on the table and making sure you live up to your inner drive.

Look, when I talk about reaching your potential, I’m not talking about what other people or society thinks we should do with our lives.

When you chase empty goals and objects, you become restless. Instead, chase your own potential and forget about everything external. Become the best person you can be. That’s the only honorable aim there is.

What does it take to do that? How can we do it too?

Here are 6 skills that almost all of these great people had in common.

1. Self-Awareness

You must be comfortable with who you are and what you are. Don’t try to be something you’re not. And don’t try to change yourself just because others tell you to.

Instead, know who you are. And if you don’t know, find out. Read, write, think, talk. That’s self-awareness: It only requires you to be aware of your thoughts.

And when you’re self-aware, you automatically learn more about who you are — which is called self-knowledge.

But it all starts with being aware. No awareness? No knowledge.

2. Leadership

First, focus on yourself. Fix your own problems. Become a stable person who you can rely on.

When you do that, focus on inspiring others to do the same. The best way to help others is to teach them to rely on themselves.

Sick and narcissistic people want to make people dependent on them. Leaders teach others to be independent. How? By setting a good example. There’s no better way to lead.

3. Writing

Better writing leads to better thinking. And better thinking leads to better communication. Better communication leads to better results in your career.

“What?! I never thought the writing was that important!” When you get good at one thing, it will help you to get better at other things. You see?

When you become a better writer, you can easily express yourself and start making connections. That will improve your career in ways you never imagined.

4. Mindfulness

My definition of mindfulness might be different than yours. To be clear, I’m not talking about meditation, yoga, or Zen Buddhism.

I’m talking about being a calm and mindful person. A person who’s in control of their thoughts and emotions. A person who’s as solid as a rock. A person who others can rely on.

However, achieving that inner peace requires much training. I don’t think we can ever fully master this skill, but we can get better by practising control over our thoughts.

5. Productivity

The funny thing about mindfulness is that people assume living in the present removes your drive to achieve your goals.

The reverse is true. The more present I am, the more I desire to improve my life.

And how do you improve your life?

You already know it. I don’t have to tell you that work is the only way to achieve things. Thinking about achieving your goals will not do anything real for you.

Become a person who’s productive every day. Make use of your time. Don’t just waste it on watching tv, hanging out with your friends, gaming, or any other mindless routine activity.

Know how to get the most results in the least amount of time. That’s the ultimate aim of productivity skills.

6. Excellence

Look at Robert Greene who took 6 years to write another book. Or Lebron James who worked out during every off-season of his career. Or Helen Keller who published 5 books, despite being deaf and blind.

But this is also true for successes that don’t get attention in the media. Look at the top salesperson in any given organization who arrives early and leaves late every day. Or the mother who sacrifices nights out and dinner parties to raise her kid with all of her attention and love.

That’s called excellence.

No matter what you do. Do it the best way you can — or not at all.

If you want to reach your full potential, that’s the quickest route. It’s also the hardest. But that shouldn’t be a surprise to you.

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If you keep waiting for the “perfect time” to change…

…you’ll stay stuck in the same cycle forever.

Life isn’t going to pause while you wait. Those dreams, that confidence, the success you want — it all starts with the habits you build today.

This is your sign to break the pattern, so, do these 5 things for the next 30 days and watch your life transform.

Try the 1–1–1 Rule:

Spend 1 hour on your body, 1 hour on your mind and 1 hour on your soul every day.

• 1-Hour Body: Exercise, yoga, or even a long walk.

• 1-Hour Mind: Read, learn a new skill, or solve puzzles.

• 1-Hour Soul: Meditate, journal, or simply disconnect.

Consistency is the secret ingredient here. It’s not about the hours; it’s about the habit.

Hydrate Like It’s a Ritual

Research shows drinking 3L of water daily can boost energy by up to 30%.

Try this:

• Start your morning with a glass of water.

• Keep a refillable bottle with you at all times.

It’s a simple shift, but you’ll feel sharper, lighter, and more alive.

The 1% Better Formula

Here’s a the formula for transformation:

(0.99)^ 30 = 74% — Small setbacks compound.

(1.01)^ 30 = 135% — Tiny improvements compund.

If you improve by just 1% daily, by Day 30, you’re nearly 35% better than where you are today.

Small changes = big results

The “One Less” Principle

Remove one thing every week that doesn’t serve you:

• Toxic content online

• Negative self-talk

• That one habit draining your time.

By the end of 30 days, you’ll feel lighter, freer, and so much clearer about what matters.

Track your Habits with the “Seinford Method”

Comedian Jerry Seinford had one rule: Don’t break the chain.

• Use a calendar to mark an “X” every day you complete your habit.

• The goal: Build an unbreakable streak for 30 days.

So, pick one habit. Then, start your streak.

“Change doesn’t have to be dramatic: it just has to be consistent. Small steps, taken daily, lead to extraordinary transformations. The person you’ll be in 30 days will thank you for starting today. “

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But what does “awe” actually mean?

Awe is that feeling we get when we encounter something larger than ourselves. Like watching a beautiful sunset.

You know, the stuff that we’re often too distracted to experience.

Does that mean we should all travel to see these beautiful sights?

Not really. I don’t think that’s sustainable. Also, chasing after pleasant experiences is not a good solution to making ourselves feel more alive.

Instead, we can do these 3 things to feel more alive this year.

1. Go on a road trip

I can’t recommend this enough. Pack up your stuff and drive to a different country or state.

We’ve done thousands of miles. Every time, we sleep in a different city. Now, you can also do this if you don’t have a car or much time.

You can just travel for a few days and then come back.

The true experience is in the trip itself. You’re constantly exposed to NEW things.

And that’s true gold in today’s routine-based life.

Everyone is crazy about their habits and routines these days. And I get it. Consistency is important.

But so is novelty.

Just do something that requires you to use all your senses. And the best thing in my experience is going on a road trip.

2. Find the three, simple things that soothe you

We feel more alive when we’re in a calmed, relaxed state. It’s definitely harder to be more present and aware of the world if you’re too busy and stressed out at work!

Now, having a vacation is nice. But we can’t do that every single time. So the best alternative is to find three simple things that soothes or relaxes you.

It could be anything small like brewing a cup of tea, listening to your favorite song, or meditating.

Marcus Aurelius said it best:

“Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.”

Allow yourself these moments of serenity, and they will act as your sanctuary amidst the chaos.

3. Cut down on content consumption

Everything you suspect about consuming content is true: It makes you passive, lazy, and addicted.

I’ve been cutting down on content consumption a lot recently. I’ve used YouTube Premium for many years now. But I canceled it.

I consumed A LOT of content on YT. From podcasts to informational videos. I’m done with always opening the YT app.

I’m not really a social media type of person, so I don’t use it anyway. But if you do, I recommend getting rid of it for a while.

The only content I consume now is audio. I’m back to listening to podcasts, which I didn’t do for years. And reading of course. I still read books and articles. That’s my default.

But getting rid of visual content is a must. We already watch enough content.

Use your time to make progress on your goals. And to DO MORE.

A new year means new chances

What month is it today?

It doesn’t matter. Feeling more alive “this year” is always up to you. Whether the year is just starting or ending, it’s up to you whether you’ll start and continue to change something.

So if you want to build new habits, and it’s still January, then great!

Go for it. But even if it’s the middle of the month, or the last month of the year, you can always start to improve your life and happiness. As Seneca said:

“As long as you live, keep learning how to live.”

Every day is a new opportunity to feel more alive. Don’t wait for a new year to revitalize your life; the power for change is always in the present.

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How do you expect anything to change?

You know, it’s the time.

It’s the time to break free from the habits that hold you back. It’s time to stop overthinking and start taking action. It’s time to stop feeling stuck in routines that don’t serve you.

2025 is your chance to rewrite your story. A year to focus on YOU, your growth, and your transformation.

Hit the reset button on your life in 15 minutes NOW.

1. Put away devices + Grab a pen and paper

Your phones are great for many things but getting clarity from them is impossible.

Drop the phone! Grab a pen and paper. Start writing out.

2. Write down your 3–5 biggest goals

Use Warren Buffet’s rule 5/25 rule:

1. Write down your top 25 goals.

2. Circle the top 5 ( or less)

3. Focus on only those top 5.

The rest of the goals you didn’t circle are your biggest distractions — just avoid them.

3. Assign a daily action to each of your goals

For each one of your goals.

Choose a small habit that will move the needle towards it.

For example,

Goal = Read more books

Daily actions = Read 10 pages

4. Write down your ideal daily schedule

From when you wake up to when you go to bed, write down your ideal routine.

What would your ideal routine look like if it was built around each one of your goals?

Write it down. Moreover, be specific.

5. Execute

Now is the time to take action.

Do the smallest possible task to move you towards your goal. The last thing, you need to become mentally addicted to this new plan.

Hurray, now you are ready with the plan.

Make 2025, a year of personal transformation.

How are you planning this year?

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If you keep living the same habits…

…you’ll keep living the same life.

2025 is knocking at your door, asking: “Are you ready to change?”

Your daily habits shape your future. But most of us stay stuck in the same lop — scrolling endlessly, procrastinating, overthinking, and promising ourselves, I’ll start tomorrow.”

What if this is the year you finally break free?

To help you succeed, here are 10 underrated habits that will change everything in 2025.

1. Drink Water First Thing

Before your morning coffee, drink a full glass of water.

It jumpstarts your metabolism, hydrates your brain, and improves focus throughout the day.

2. Schedule ‘Nothing Time’

Dedicate 15 minutes daily to doing absolutely nothing — no phone, no tasks.

It resets your mind and sparks creativity.

3. Leave One Bite On Your Plate

Train self-discipline by consciously leaving a bite of food uneaten.

It’s a small habit that builds massive control in other areas.

4. Flip the “What If” Question

Instead of “What if it goes wrong?”

Start asking, “What if it works out better than I imagined?”

This one mindset shift builds resilience and optimism.

5. Delete One App Monthly

Every month, remove one app from your phone that doesn’t serve you.

Less screen time = More real-life time

6. Do 1% More Daily

Whether it’s one more push-up, one extra page, or one additional minute of focus, this 1% compounds into massive growth over time.

7. Keep a “No-List”

Write down things you’re no longer willing to tolerate in 2025 — toxic relationships, overworking, or procrastination.

8. Switch Your Phone to Grayscale

Turn your screen black-and-white for one day each week.

This dulls the excitement of notifications, reducing screen time. Simple yet surprisingly effective!!

9. The Weekend Reflection

Every Sunday, review your week and ask:

• What went well?

• What needs work?

• What will I do differently next week?

10. The ‘Learn & Share’ Practice

After learning something new, teach it to one person within 24 hours.

Teaching locks in knowledge and spreads value.

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To empower you to keep the promises you make yourself, these self-help books are here to sort out your life, one chapter at a time.

Whether you’re manifesting love, establishing a better relationship with food, leading your team with grace and swagger, or just trying to keep calm and carry on, here are 11 fresh-start reads to add to basket.

Unprocess Your Family Life

Rob Hobson

We know ultra processed foods are bad (step away from the Deliveroo app), but in a time poor, fast-paced world of juggling, how do we do better?

Nutritionist Rob Hobson’s book Unprocess Your Family Life addresses all the common challenges — different diets, busy schedules, weak spots when convenience takes charge — to give you to the tools to make healthier choices.

His new book is not preachy, or an attempt to create trad wives, instead he offers practical tips, easy swaps and there’s an entire section dedicated to kids and teens.

It’ll be your food bible if you’re on a mission to reduce UPFs.

No Filters

Christie Watson & Rowan Egberongbe

A heartwarming, brutally honest mother-daughter story that explores the ups and downs of mental health, identity, and the chasm between generations.

Told through raw conversations and plenty of Snapchat selfies, No Filters is a love story for our digital age.

Whether you’re a parent, teenager, or just trying to bridge a generational gap, this book will leave you laughing, crying, and reaching for your phone to message your mum (or your teen).

The Good Life and How to Live It

Robert Waldinger & Marc Schulz

Move over, Instagram gurus — Harvard’s longest-running study of happiness is here to give you the real scoop on living well.

Turns out, it’s not the number of zeroes in your bank account that counts but the strength of your relationships (so maybe text your best mate back?).

With over 80 years of research packed into bite-sized wisdom, this book breaks down how strong bonds and emotional connections are the true keys to a fulfilling life.

Forget the hustle, let’s connect.

Little Things

Fearne Cotton

The queen of calm is back, this time focusing on how the tiniest changes can make the biggest difference when stress hits.

Fearne’s mix of practical exercises, expert insights, and personal stories will help you find balance in a world that often feels like it’s spinning out of control.

From mental health tools to daily happiness hacks, you’ll learn to handle stress with grace — and maybe even a bit of joy.

Reset Your Home

Lesley Spellman & Ingrid Jansen

Decluttering, but not as you know it. Ingrid and Lesley aren’t just telling you to chuck out old socks — they’re delving deep into the psychological stuff, like why you still have that drawer of random cables (it’s not just “in case”).

By resetting your emotional ties to things, you’ll be free to create a calm, clutter-free space where you can finally breathe easy. Tidy home, tidy mind, sweedie.

The Bright Side

Sumit Paul-Choudhray

An astrophysicist-turned-journalist telling us to embrace optimism? Count us in.

Sumit’s debut offers a fresh take on how irrational optimism may just be the key to surviving this chaotic world.

From polar expeditions to civil rights campaigns, he unpacks how hope has powered human resilience through the ages.

Think of this book as your new optimistic manifesto — perfect for navigating the modern world without losing your cool (or your sense of humour).

Meditations for Mortals

Oliver Burkeman

Tired of being told you need to “live your best life”?

Oliver Burkeman’s back with a book to help you embrace the mess.

Forget perfectionism, this four-week retreat of the mind will have you finding meaning in your daily chaos and accepting that life is about embracing imperfection.

Whether you’re conquering the to-do list or letting things slide (on purpose), this is the kind of wisdom that brings sanity back to our high-pressure lives.

How to Lead: Simple, Practical Tools On How To Lead Well

Kate Waterfall Hill

For those of us navigating the corporate jungle (and the joys of TikTok), Kate’s no-nonsense guide is a game changer.

Known for her viral ‘Linda, the Bad Manager’ series, Kate offers relatable, practical leadership advice that you can actually use — no MBA required.

Whether you’re running a small business or trying to lead without losing your mind, this book gets real about what it takes to inspire and manage in the real world.

Magnetic: How to Attract Love, Money, Health & Happiness

Rochelle Fox

Ready to manifest the life of your dreams?

Rochelle Fox has your back. As a meditation guru and personal growth coach, she’s spilling the secrets to unlocking your inner magnetism.

With her law of attraction toolkit, you’ll learn how to calm past chaos, make space for new possibilities, and attract everything you desire — whether it’s love, wealth, or just a bit more peace.

Spoiler: it all starts in your mind.

The Burnout Doctor: Your 6-step Recovery Plan

Dr Claire Ashley

With burnout on the rise (and let’s be real, we’re all feeling it), Dr Claire’s guide is a lifesaver.

Combining neuroscience with real-life experience, she offers an evidence-based approach to spotting, preventing, and recovering from burnout.

It’s packed with practical tips and a healthy dose of empathy to help you thrive at work without sacrificing your mental health. Consider it your burnout survival kit.

The Kitchen Shrink

Andrea Oskis

What do food and love have in common?

Everything, according to Andrea Oskis.

This culinary-meets-psychology masterpiece digs deep into how our relationships with food mirror our relationships with people.

From comfort foods to the meals that make us cry, The Kitchen Shrink will make you rethink the emotional power of what’s on your plate — and may even inspire you to cook (and love) a little better.

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They wake up, head to a boring job, drive back home in a boring car, and return to their boring apartment to watch TV until they fall asleep.

They say things like “I want to do this” and “I want to do that,” but they never take action.

Instead, they merely exist, working just enough to survive and repeat the same boring routine day after day.

Years pass in a blur of monotony because they fear stepping out of their comfort zone and trying something new.

This fear keeps them trapped in a self-made prison where they never explore, experiment, or challenge themselves.

They never push their boundaries and, most importantly, they never do anything epic.

Here are 11 ideas to help you break free and start doing epic things in your life:

1.) Impress yourself.

The years you work hardest with nothing to show will be the years that build you.

They might not get you recognition, but they’re the most critical.

Think of skyscrapers: for months, it seems like no progress is made because all the work is happening below ground.

These are the years when you should focus on impressing yourself. Success takes patience; your time will come.

2.) Risk and failure are states of mind.

Many of us fear losing what little we have.

This fear keeps us from taking risks and holds us back from achieving more.

We hoard our small pile of things, making them seem invaluable.

But remember: you got what you have by taking risks.

If you don’t continue to take risks, you’ll be stuck doing the same boring stuff for the rest of your life.

Stop protecting what little you have and aim for more.

3.) Life is not about being productive every second.

Productivity is great, but striving for it every second is paralyzing and limiting.

We live in a world where our productivity level defines us, making us feel unworthy if we’re not constantly busy.

But the smartest people take time to reevaluate, reassess, and outsource work.

Life is not about cramming it all in; it’s about using leverage effectively.

4.) In a status-driven rat race, you can never win.

Most people base their lives on status: the car they drive, the house they have, and the clothes they wear.

But status isn’t what we truly seek; it’s freedom.

Opt out of the status game, sell the luxury items, and focus on what truly makes you happy.

Wealth isn’t bad, but focusing solely on status leads to misery.

5.) The world is designed to make our lives comfortable.

Comfort is the enemy of success.

As Malcolm X said, “That which you do not hate, you will eventually tolerate.”

We get out of life what we accept — comfort dulls us to the average.

The pain of not being where we want to be keeps us alive and striving.

Fight the avoidance of pain; comfort hinders growth.

6.) It is not about the years gone by; it is about the years still left.

Dwelling on the past is pointless because it’s out of your control.

We have around 50,000 thoughts per day, and only 2% are new.

Focus on the future, which is still undefined.

Use your remaining years wisely and turn past regrets into a sense of urgency for the future.

7.) A year from now, you will wish you had started today. So start today.

How many times have you looked back and thought, “I wish I did that sooner”?

The moment to start is now.

The small decisions you make today will lead to big outcomes tomorrow.

Just start; you’ll either find out it was the wrong path or the right decision.

Either way, you’ll be better off than wondering.

8.) The world will do everything to dictate a timeline for your life.

Society has a predefined timeline for when you should get home, marry, have kids, etc.

This “coloring book” approach makes life predictable and limiting.

Ignore these expectations.

Start where you are, control your speed and direction, and your life will be more fun and epic.

9.) “I’m busy” means “I have no energy.”

We don’t have boundless energy, and certain interactions drain us.

Junk food, sitting all day, and a job you hate all kill your energy.

The best way to increase energy is by chasing your obsession and being intentional with your interactions.

Change your routine to boost your energy.

10.) Comparing yourself to others is the biggest waste of time.

Your heroes will disappoint you.

Success stories often leave out the small details, and the image of your heroes is mostly a fantasy.

Live your life and run your race. Do what you define as epic.

11.) Wealthy people are wealthy because they don’t build their lives around a salary.

There are three levels of wealth:

• Level one: salary

• Level two: one-person business

• Level three: startup.

Most people live on level one, but 88% of millionaires are entrepreneurs.

To do epic things, break the mold and take calculated risks.

Do the opposite of 99% of people, increase your creativity, and start doing epic sh*t.

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While most articles focus on the mental toll of work and stress, I hardly hear people talking about the physical toll of knowledge work. Of course, it’s not comparable to manual labor.

But still, too much desk work also leads to physical issues.

The truth is that some of us find it difficult to stop working all day. We trick ourselves into believing that “I’m not doing any manual labor, so I can work all day.”

A study from RescueTime, a popular time-tracking app, showed that 40% of their users were working at night (they were active on their computers after 10 PM). And that was before the pandemic.

It doesn’t matter what the reason is that you work a lot. Maybe you simply love your work so much you can’t stop.

For most of us, there’s an inverse relationship between the number of hours we work and the effects it has on our lives.

Too much work is counterproductive

The same study from RescueTime shows that people are only productive for 2 hours and 48 minutes a day (working on their most important tasks).

Of course, that’s an average. And most people who are into productivity are more productive than that.

To figure out how many hours I’m productive each day, I occasionally keep an activity log.

For a week or two, I write down what I’ve done after every hour of work. Over the past 5 years, I’ve done this several times a year.

Guess what? I’m only productive for around 4 to 5 hours a day.

The 8-hour workday is a fallacy for knowledge workers. Most of us are not capable of doing actual productive work for multiple hours a day.

Why is working more counterproductive? You risk burnout. And no one likes to be out of the running for longer periods of time.

What I do to limit working at night

1. I turn off my work devices before 10 PM

When I actually power off my devices, I don’t feel like turning them on. I also feel like I closed the workday by turning off my computer.

When it’s in sleep mode, or if my laptop is laying on the couch, I feel like I can continue at any time. That’s why it’s important to have some kind of mental ritual that helps you “close” your workday.

Another thing that works well for me is to tuck away my laptop. I either put it in a drawer or in my backpack. It’s about making it difficult for yourself to work.

2. I put books everywhere in my house

I make it harder for myself to do work at night and easier to read.

Since I like to read a bunch of books at the same time, I have books everywhere.

When you see your books or Kindle, it’s easier to pick it up. What works best for me is to have a wide variety of books around. I just read what I feel like reading.

The tortoise always beats the jackrabbit

Do you remember the race between Cecil Turtle and Bugs Bunny? It was based on an Aesop fable. The story is about not underestimating your opponent.

In real life, you have a tortoise and jackrabbit inside you.

The latter urges you to go fast, and the former tells you to go slow, but steady.

In your life and career, you’re better off listening more to the tortoise inside you.

While it’s good to sprint at times, we should not become complacent and think we can always rely on our speed.

At some point, we will lose your agility. But if we go at it slowly, it doesn’t matter.

That’s why we should avoid working too much — especially at night. You will achieve more results by making a little bit of progress every day, month, and year.

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Hear me out: think about something you’re stressing about or someone you’re frustrated about.

How do you feel about that situation or person?

It’s often an invisible thread that digs deep into our consciousness, and we don’t realize it until it hits us hard.

Here’s a small exercise. So, try writing it out with one of the prompts:

“ They shouldn’t…”

“ If I fail, it will mean…”

“ I wish things weren’t so…”

Then, fill in the blanks with appropriate feelings.

The first and foremost advice I would like to give you is to identify the thought or belief that is causing you stress or frustration.

Once you are aware, you are halfway there to release that unwillingness.

Now, think about how true that thought or belief feels to you.

Doesn’t it feel like an absolute truth?

Yes, this is the part we’re unwilling to let go of — the truth of that thought/ belief.

For example, if you think of ways someone “always “ acts in a certain way, can you see that sometimes they don’t?

Could you see ways that the opposite might be true as well?

So, instead of stressing or worrying about unnecessary thoughts and beliefs, it’s better to let go of things by saying that it’s just a matter of fact or this is how they behave.

With this realization, you can let go of unnecessary thoughts and beliefs in the spur of the moment.

Just imagine a life without belief, and suddenly, you have peace.

Isn’t that magical?

So, why can’t you practice it whenever you are frustrated or stressed?

Yeah, let me know in the comments about how you let go of the unnecessary stress.

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Well, don’t be so quick to judge — idiots can teach you a lot about life.

“People are surprised to find out that an awful lot of people think that they’re idiots.”
– Eric Schmidt

In my life, I’ve had many other encounters with people that had bad behavior — let’s call them idiots.

You know what I’m talking about, right?

Idiot bosses, coworkers, strangers, friends. Idiots do things that are not cool. It’s not bad to be an idiot — I sometimes do idiotic things, everyone does.

Dealing With Idiots

Is it cool to call people idiots? Yes, I call myself an idiot sometimes.

People think they should only learn from successful people — billionaires, entrepreneurs, athletes.

But that’s not the only way to learn. How many billionaires and athletes do you know? We all know idiots. From them, we can learn how we should not behave.

Maybe someone at work stabs you in the back. Maybe your girlfriend cheats on you with your best friend. Maybe someone wants to start a fight with you. Maybe someone bullies you.

Without a doubt, people in your life have, or will, let you down. There’s no escaping that. What’s more important is your response.

Do you become bitter about people? Do you think that all people are bad?

If someone does something bad to you, don’t see it as a reason to justify that behavior. For example, when I first started working for a major corporation, I noticed quickly that people accept backstabbing. You screw someone over on one day, and get promoted the next day.

Is that good? Is that bad?

It’s neither, as Shakespeare put it: “There is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.”

However, it’s also not a ‘get out of jail free card’. We have to watch ourselves that we do not become what we despise. No one on this planet is born an idiot — we become one. So choose not to.

When people behave like idiots, don’t be offended, don’t take it personally, study them instead.

“Life is tough, but it’s tougher when you’re stupid.”
– John Wayne

I observe idiots doing bad stuff like cheat, lie, be aggressive, rude or anything else that is not ok to me. Then, I consciously decide to not be like them.

By observing behaviour you don’t want to associate yourself with, you will become clear on the type of person you want to be.

Just answer to yourself: What is ok, and what isn’t? For example, stabbing people in the back for a promotion — not ok.

In the end, do whatever you think is right. Always make sure you do the right thing — but please, don’t be an idiot.

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Too late to publish a book.

Too late to start a company.

Too late to learn a new language.

This is called time anxiety.

While death anxiety is the fear of running out of time, time anxiety is the fear of wasting your time.

It’s an obsession about spending your time in the most meaningful way possible.

And when society tells us — that it’s too late to achieve a particular goal.

We need — we demand — that what we do with our lives actually matters.

Time anxiety can take several forms:

• Current time anxiety: the daily feeling of being rushed that makes us feel overwhelmed and panicky. Some people also experience anxiety attacks because of the day-to-day stress caused by this type of time anxiety.

• Future time anxiety: thoughts about what may or may not happen in the future, which cause worry and “what if” types of internal questions.

• Existential time anxiety: the sense of lost time slipping away and never to return, which many people experience more acutely when thinking about death.

Dr Alex Lickerman, the author of The Undefeated Mind: On the Science of Constructing an Indestructible Self, says that time anxiety stems from some of the following questions:

“Am I creating the greatest amount of value with my life that I can? Will I feel, when it comes my time to die, that I spent too much of my time frivolously?”

Time anxiety does not necessarily mean that you believe in an outside force that has assigned a purpose to your life and that you have yet to discover.

It just means that your well-being is determined to a large extent by the importance of the value you feel you are creating with your life.

But, paradoxically, this over-optimization may prevent us from creating the most value in our lives.

We limit ourselves by always calculating the best potential outcome through our personal perception of what is possible.

Beating time anxiety means shifting our focus from outcomes to output so we can spend our energy on things we can control.

It’s only recently that I have managed to get over that thought; in my case, it is still a daily struggle.

While purpose in life is an essential factor in the psychology of happiness, spending too much mental energy on finding it rather than doing things that make us happy can be anxiety-inducing.

Here are three steps you can take to reduce time anxiety while still finding meaning in your day-to-day life:

Define YOUR “time well spent”

Sit down and think about what really makes you happy and gets you in the flow without overthinking about how feasible the final outcome would be.

Just think of your output and how it makes you feel to work on producing it.

For example, don’t think about happy it would make you to publish a book. Ask yourself if you really enjoy writing.

Don’t think about how proud you would be to run a marathon. Question whether you like running.

Create a short list of activities you enjoy that bring value to yourself or the world.

Make space for moments

This does not mean having time for the moments listed above.

Instead: Think of where you will incorporate these moments into your life.

Maybe on your way to work.

Maybe at home.

If you happen to have less time than expected, that’s completely fine.

It’s more about designing a space dedicated to your “time well spent” activities.

As the prolific writer Maria Edgeworth said,

“If we take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves.”

Cut out time-consuming distractions

Social media scrolling and watching random videos contribute to time anxiety.

Do a quick audit of your content consumption patterns. Try to cut out your time in an input rather than output mode.

Time exists, and we can’t change that.

Time will move forward, and so will we.

Accepting these simple yet daunting truths is the first step in reducing time anxiety.

Next, you can start implementing these strategies.

Time is a tool, not a tyrant — wield it wisely.

Is there anything you have been procrastinating lately?

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When was the last time you said it? I bet it was not a long time ago.

I’ll tell you why it’s a sign of a wrong mindset.

You have always looked at other people for answers.

For example, you have been told to follow your teacher’s instructions when you’re young. That’s the system at primary school, high school, College and University. Isn’t it?

School systems train us to be passive. Once we come out of school, nothing changes.

That’s the worst mindset you can have because it’s passive. Instead, it’s much more beneficial for your career if you adopt an active mindset.

In this blog, I will answer questions like: what’s the difference between a passive and an active mindset? And how do you develop an active mindset?

At last, I will share a three-step process to transform your mindset. Feel free to use it and transform yourself into a better one.

Step 1: Acknowledge that a passive mindset is terrible.

So, when I talk about being bored, I’m not talking about being bored in a good way. As you know, some of the best ideas emerge when bored.

But here, I’m talking about boredom, which says, “ I have no idea what I’m doing.”

Have you recognized that type of feeling? It’s senseless.

People who don’t try are losers. Do you know why? Life is fascinating — but you must try to experience it.

There’s nothing remarkable about not having your shit together. You can’t go through life as a passenger.

At some point, you need to take over the wheels and decide your next destination. There is an acceptable difference between people with active and passive mindsets.

The former owns his destiny. While the latter leaves it up to others.

Step 2: Commit to learning.

The Stoic philosopher Seneca put up this quote beautifully:

“If you apply yourself to study you will avoid all boredom with life, you will not long for night because you are sick of daylight, you will be neither a burden to yourself nor useless to others, you will attract many to become your friends and the finest people will flock about you.”

That’s why an active mindset has nothing to do with experience or age.

So, you can also develop an active mindset at the age of 60. The primary thing you need is motivation for betterment.

Not many people commit to learning. So, they are always bored. Try not to fall into this category and start committing yourself to learning.

Step 3: Add value

After applying the previous step, adding value becomes as smooth as butter.

You ought to learn more when you are curious and continuously asking questions. So, when you know, you will be well-equipped with knowledge and ideas.

You can use the knowledge to elevate your life, work, business, etc.

That’s the logic!

But that doesn’t mean you should blatantly share your ideas with others. Why?

The reason is that sometimes, the advice can be perceived as criticism.

To elaborate more, the best-selling author Dale Carnegie subtly explains this concept in his book How To Win Friends and Influence People.

He says:

• Don’t criticize, condemn or complain

• Give honest and sincere appreciation.

• It’s much better to let people realize something by themselves instead of trying to force them.

Final words

Ultimately, the active mindset is about ACTION.

When adopting an active mindset, more knowledge will not help you — the proper action will.

People with a passive mindset think that it’s common sense. They’re quick to think they already know things.

But you and I both know it’s not about what you do.

The most important thing is that you commit to learning. And making progress ( no matter how little) is the absolute sign of an active mindset.

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