“A work of art is a world in itself reflecting senses and emotions of the artist’s world.” -Hand Hofmann Creativity is the brainchild of imagination. It’s the spark that inspires us to pick up a pen and write lyrical poetry, sketch a portrait, or decorate a room with ornaments and vivid hues. It offers a…
What to Do When Your Hard Work Does Not Pay Off
“You’ve got what it takes, but it will take everything you got.” Good old-fashioned hard work is the key that opens the golden chest of success. When we remain steadfast in our efforts, we are guaranteed to reap the rewards. There is comfort in knowing that we control our destiny through our actions. By being…
The Right Way to Play the Numbers Game
“Success is a numbers game; there is a direct relationship between the number of things you try and your probability of ultimately succeeding.” – Brian Tracy Can you remember sitting through a math class wondering why you were taught things you’ll most likely never use again? As a high schooler, I admit, I had those…
Hate Not Knowing? Here’s How to Deal with Uncertainty
“Being at ease with not knowing is crucial for answers to come to you.” – Eckhart Tolle If there’s one word to define 2020, it’s uncertainty. The days blur together, and the list of concerns about the long-term impact of COVID-19 on all aspects of our lives—finances, health, travels—keep mounting. What we hoped would be…
How Ancient Wisdom is Still Relevant Today
“Ancient wisdom is the medicine for the modern world.” – Don Howard Mention the term “ancient wisdom” at a party, and people’s eyes will glaze over. Conversations on current events, entertainment, and sports are seen as more appropriate at a soirée. Most people’s forays into ancient worlds ended with the high school paper they wrote…
How to Evaluate Progress to Stay Motivated
“Progress is the ultimate motivation.” – Tony Robbins Progress is fundamental to human nature. It’s what led to humanity’s enormous progress over the past couple of centuries. Life expectancy has increased thanks to better sanitation and advancements in medicine. More children have access to education than ever before, and women can hold leadership roles in…
5 Things Original Thinkers Do Differently
“In a world full of pebbles dare to be a diamond.”- Matshona Dhliwayo There’s no shortage of smart people in the world. You can find them scouring bookshelves at elite university libraries or making lucrative deals with street vendors in rural backwaters. Whether you’re book smart or street smart, you can reap the rewards and…
The Daily Rituals of Highly Productive People
“Ordinary people think merely of spending time, great people think of using it.” – Arthur Schopenhauer One of the critical characteristics of successful people is that they are highly productive – they tend to get more quality work done in a shorter span of time when compared to the average person. While talent undoubtedly plays…
How to Live Your Life with Purpose
“Life is so short. To just ‘do things’ is insane. Live with a purpose. Live for a reason.” – John Piper. The phrase “living with purpose” evokes a variety of emotions. Some find it cliché (because it’s been so overused), while others find it intimidating and grandiose. They wonder if they must be the next…
The Importance of Play and Having Fun
“You don’t stop having fun because you get old, you get old because you stop having fun.” Let’s face it; the year 2020 has been anything but fun. The global pandemic has cast a dark shadow of fear, uncertainty, and restrictions on us, unlike anything we’ve ever seen. It seems almost impossible to stay in…