“Waste your money and you’re only out of money, but waste your time and you’ve lost a part of your life.” – Michael LeBoeuf Have you ever found yourself questioning where did the time go? After a long day, you ruefully gaze at the clock, feeling unaccomplished and defeated. Even though you were busy all…
How to be Grateful for Your Life without Getting Too Complacent
Over the last couple of decades, gratitude has become a popular buzz word in the field of self-empowerment. Being grateful is now considered to be one of the most effective ways to create an abundant and joyful state of mind. By simply paying attention to our blessings, we can instantly get rid of unpleasant feelings…
Why You Need to Create Your Own Definition for Success
“Define success on your own terms, achieve it by your own rules, and build a life you’re proud to live.” – Anne Sweeney Success. The elusive rainbow that we chase our whole lives. Every time we get close, it appears to fade into the distant horizon. After numerous futile attempts, we begin to wonder, will…
The Difference Between Intelligence and Wisdom
“Knowledge comes from learning. Wisdom comes from living.” – Anthony Douglas Williams The Sage is an archetype in our narratives and our history. They are often portrayed as wise and knowledgeable. They offer guidance through storytelling and sagely advice. In many cases, these revered figures possess specialized skills which they teach to their apprentices. In…
Why Freedom is Everyone’s Birthright
“Life without liberty is like a body without spirit.” – Khalil Gibran The word ‘freedom’ has been a mainstay in our zeitgeist. As our species has evolved, so has its meaning and significance to us. It’s worn many different faces throughout history. Writer Vasily Grossman highlights this in his book, Forever Flowering. He writes, “the…
4 Planning Strategies to Succeed in the New Year
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin With the Holidays just around the corner, there’s a palpable buzz in the air. Whether you’re organizing lively parties or intimate dinners with family and friends, everyone is discussing their plans for festivities with excitement. Clearly, everyone wants to ride the wave…
4 Essential Things to Consider When Creating a Life Plan
“Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.” – John Lennon The concept of a ‘life plan’ is an oxymoron to most people. After all, life by nature is not predictable – it seldom goes precisely according to plan. I’ve seen this truth play out in my own life. When I…
5 Differences between Being Busy and Being Productive
“It is not enough to be busy, so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?” – Henry David Thoreau According to research the average human lives 25,915 days (71 years). A huge chunk of that time is spent sleeping, or at work. When you look at your life from this perspective,…
4 Ways to Stay Motivated If You’re Not Seeing Immediate Results
“Brilliant results don’t just show up by chance. The finest things in life take patience, focus and sacrifice.” – Robin Sharma Chasing our goals can often feel like an uphill climb. Like a mountaineer you will be tested with challenges as you ascend to the peak. Much like mountaineering, the process of accomplishing our dreams…
How to Overcome Laziness and Be Productive
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.” – Walt Disney We all have those days when we just can’t motivate yourself to get off the couch (or out of bed). You take a cursory glance at the pile of paperwork on your desk, or the overflowing laundry basket and promise…
