I’m a big fan of classifying and organizing abstract ideas to try and simplify them. One category I’d like to look at in this article are resources. Resources in our personal development are things that we have a discrete amount of. Unlike skills and attributes such as courage, self-discipline or confidence, resources are depleted when […]
The Other Half of Communication
What comes to mind when you think of communication skills. Things like public speaking, clarity and tone of voice, and the ability to organize your thoughts into a logical manner are probably typical. If you are thinking about oral communication, then this would include the pacing of your speech along with the tone of your […]
Exercise Every Day
There are many benefits to regular exercise. With the rising levels of obesity and heart disease in North America, the need to exercise regularly is even greater. Not only is exercise good for your overall level of health, but exercise can increase your energy levels and reduce stress to help make you more effective. Of […]
Let’s Be Honest
The ability to accurately perceive reality is fundamental in order to experience any personal growth or improvement. One of the most critical parts of reality we need to perceive accurately is ourselves. Unfortunately, being able to have a truthful view of our own strengths and weaknesses is incredibly difficult. Ultimately, because of our own bias, […]
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