Most of us are familiar with hedonic happiness – the type that’s derived from pleasure and enjoyment. While hedonism might make you feel good temporarily, it won’t change a reality that you’re not happy with. To create the type of happiness that’s enduring, you need to balance hedonic with eudaimonic happiness – the type of…
How to Use the Hero’s Journey to Discover Your Purpose
The hero’s journey has been a source of inspiration for writers across music, film, literature, and video games. A hero who goes off on an adventure to find himself, where he learns lessons as he walks into peril and faces challenges, ultimately coming home victorious. The hero will return with newfound knowledge that touches on…
How Structure Can Create More Freedom in Your Schedule
Structure doesn’t mean that you must always be on the go and adhere to a rigid timetable. When done correctly, building structure can create freedom in your schedule. It allows you to fully invest and be present in what you do. By making these gradual, incremental tweaks to your lifestyle, you can liberate yourself from…
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset: How Your Thoughts Impact Your Life
Our mindset determines our attitude. It’s the perceptual lens through which we see everything in our lives. As adults, we’re free to shape our minds in ways that serve our growth and purpose. A growth mindset is rooted in curiosity and positive anticipation. A fixed mindset, on the other hand, is based on fear and…
5 Distractions That are Stopping You from Being Successful
With the rise of digital technology, we’re surrounded by endless sources of distraction. Giving in to distractions once in a while is normal, but if it becomes a habit, we lose the focus and drive to meet our goals. Knowing how to manage the distractions that are stopping you from being successful will set you…
Feeling Bored and Uninspired? Make it Exciting with a New Vision.
We all feel bored and uninspired at some point. Sometimes changing up our routines renews our enthusiasm. If that doesn’t work, we need to probe deeper to find the cause of our lack of inspiration. The cure for boredom isn’t to numb it but to actively engage with our feelings. The next time you feel…
6 Ways You’re Blocking Your Manifestation Abilities
Manifestation, based on the Law of Attraction, states that people and their thoughts are made of energy and that by focusing on what we want, we can manifest it into reality. But sometimes, no matter how hard we try, nothing seems to work out. When this happens, you can be sure that there’s some sort…
What We Can Learn From the Wisest Leaders in History
Throughout history, we’ve seen leaders who were brilliant strategists and skilled at warfare. But knowledge doesn’t always result in wise leadership. The wisest leaders are those who combine knowledge with empathy and sound judgment. These timeless pieces of wisdom from some of the wisest leaders in history will inspire you to be an effective leader…
Why Living with Dignity Matters (and How to Show it)
Dignity is hard to define, but you know it when you see it – someone with dignity carries themselves well. Not only does dignity show in their body language, but also manifests in their instinctive ability to handle whatever life throws at them with calm and class. This makes them well respected by others. Find…
What is a Cosmic Perspective and Why We Should Develop One
A cosmic perspective makes us aware that our planet is part of an incomprehensibly large universe. The result is a humbling realization that can inspire a wonder and awe that allows us to connect to something bigger than ourselves. While it may not seem useful in dealing with our daily responsibilities, the truth is that…