When someone says, “I intend to…” we assume that they mean they have a plan or aim that they have decided to move ahead with. There is a sense of deliberateness and settled determination in what they want to do. Yet not everyone sets good intentions aligned with what they truly desire. For our intentions…
Uncertain About the Future? Create a Vision for Your Life and Gain Clarity
Most people look at their future with some degree of optimism and excitement. Yet, some experience uncertainty and angst as they look down a path that’s hazy and uncertain. An effective way to overcome this angst is by clarifying what you want from your life. By creating a vision for your life, you seize your…
Different Types of Attention: How to Improve Focus and Get More Done
Focus is the ability to set one’s attention on a particular subject until achieving the desired outcome. When we’re focused, we channel all our concentration and energy on a specific task. However, concentration is a lost art. Our world is dominated by smartphones and other distracting stimuli that make us accessible every moment of the…
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…
How to Master the Art of Time Management
Time is a finite resource that we can never get back. That’s why it’s important to spend it well and not squander it. You can master the art of time management by changing your perception of time and by learning how to plan your days. These techniques and ideas will take your time management skills…
Why You Don’t Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions
To stick to your New Year’s resolutions, you must find ways to become emotionally invested. Create practices, rituals, and structure to help you reach your goals. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) “If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse.” — Jim Rohn When the clock…
What to Do When Your Hard Work Does Not Pay Off
By being proactive and never giving up, we are assured that we will eventually achieve the outcome we have in mind. Over time, however, we realize that isn’t always the case and sometimes we don’t get the outcome that we want. If your hard work is not paying off, these five tips will motivate you…
Play the Numbers Game the Right Way
Succeeding in life is a numbers game. Understanding the likelihood of your success has become a necessity in an increasingly competitive world. Learn five guidelines that will help you play the numbers game in your life, without losing steam, and maximize your odds no matter how many times you face rejection. (Estimated reading time: 6…
How to Evaluate Progress to Stay Motivated
To reach success you must have the right yardstick to give you a clear picture of where you stand. Using the right parameters will also help you stay motivated. Learn five different methods to evaluate your progress and stay on track with your goals. (Estimated reading time: 5-6 minutes) “Progress is the ultimate motivation.” —…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
Habits aren’t just tasks we perform -they shape our identity and how the world sees us. But not all habits are created equal. The right ones boost our productivity and efficiency while others lead to unfavorable results. We must become conscious of them and get behind the wheel. These five steps will help you develop…