The new year is a time when many of us experience the spirit of renewal and feel an urge to hit the reset button. No matter what’s going on in our lives, new possibilities await us. Whether you want to start a new career, eat healthier, or spend more time with your loved ones, the…
The 6 Types of Intuition and How to Tap into Them
Everyone is intuitive and can sense things that go beyond the rational mind. Many people find it hard to access this intelligence because they’re either too busy or don’t know how to tune in. The good news is that tapping into your intuition is a learnable skill. We have six types of intuition that correspond…
10 Most Influential Philosophers in History
More than just a body of knowledge, philosophy is a compass we use to navigate our lives and sensitize our minds to the deeper truths beyond the surface of everyday life. At its essence, philosophy offers a prescription on how to live better. It gives us the perspective to seek meaningful and worthy pursuits that…
The Difference Between Hedonic and Eudaimonic Happiness (and why it matters)
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…
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…
Leaders in History: What We Can Learn From the Wisest
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…
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…
Life Lessons from History’s Great Explorers
The instinct to explore is within us all. It’s been the driving force behind human progress throughout history. The value of venturing into the unknown goes beyond new discoveries and achieving a target – it’s about the wisdom that we gain along the way. We can develop a pioneering mindset by looking at past explorers….
How to Boost Serendipity For Success
Serendipity is when you stumble on a lucky opportunity when you least expect it. It’s played a key role in the success of people in various fields like science and business. But we don’t have to wait around for lucky breaks. We can be intentional in making space for serendipity and use it as a…