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Articles filed under "The Mind"

Maintaining Motivation Through Progress Plateaus

Nothing in our life occurs at a linear rate. We do not progress, or experience change of any kind, at a constant speed. Life ebbs and flows; change, improvement , and progress within our life can occur like a burst of lightning, like a sleepy snail, or anywhere in between. This applies to all facets … Continue reading »

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How to View the Past, Future and Present

You can feel you heart beating faster, your palms sweating, and your breath shortening. No, you’re not having a heart attack – you’re just worrying. A drastic and life changing event has occurred and all you can do is replay it over and over in your head, each time falling into a deeper state of … Continue reading »

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Attitude is Everything

He has the energy of 20 year old and the looks of a 40 year old, but is actually 60. Everywhere he goes people are won over with his down-to-earth charm, no-fuss style, and the sheer exuberance with which he tackles life. Everyone likes him. No, everyone loves him. In his earlier years he surfed and rode … Continue reading »

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The Dreaded C-Word

There is one little word that is in such common use across english speaking countries that people seem to have forgotten the power it has over us. This word drips with negativity. It restricts us, suffocates us, and holds us back from achieving our goals. It is one of the worst words you can use … Continue reading »

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What’s Your Personality Type?

Over the past few years, and particularly the last 6 months, I have been doing a fair bit of in-depth thinking about psychology. I’ve experienced a lot of personal development (or “spiritual growth”) and I’ve discovered many things about myself that I wasn’t previously aware of. Good news so far, but it got me wondering … Continue reading »

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Start Being Awesome

Today I have a cold. I am sitting here in front of the computer feeling sick, wallowing in self pity, and watching the pile of used snotty tissues steadily building around me. Gross huh? But this little cold has also reminded me that sometimes it is too easy for us to get caught up in … Continue reading »

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How to Build Self Confidence – Daily Comfort Challenges

Developing self confidence is the cornerstone of positive personal development but it can often be the most confusing aspect. How do you build self confidence when if you are traveling down the personal development path then you are obviously not 100% happy with yourself? I believe that most people who are actively seeking personal development … Continue reading »

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How to Build Self Confidence – Affirmations

“How did you build self confidence?” This question was asked of me recently when I was recounting my journey from a shy, quiet, and socially awkward boy to an outgoing, fun-loving, and confident man. It occurred to me that while I had figured out how to nurture my own self-confidence, others are struggling with theirs … Continue reading »

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Are You Making Things Harder Than They Really Are?

You wake up to the incessant buzzing of your alarm clock which is set all too early for a Friday. Peeking outside you notice how beautiful the day is already looking – the sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and there is not a cloud in sight. And you’re miserable. You’ve got a million … Continue reading »

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Listen To Your Body

It was a week before my trip to Europe for my brother’s wedding and I was sitting in the doctor’s room waiting for the verdict – I had noticed this strange intermittent burning pain in my abdomen for the past two weeks and I was beginning to get worried. But I was not prepared for … Continue reading »

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