Money, health and productivity aren’t satisfying if you don’t have any friends. It can be even worse to be stuck inside a social group that doesn’t respect you, forces you to conform or discourages you from making improvements in your life. Social skills are vital, because our greatest victories and most sobering defeats will be […]
How to Read Books You Disagree With
Only buying books you agree with isn’t challenging. On the contrary, reading books you disagree with might alter your opinion.
It’s Okay to be Unhappy
One of the most destructive myths is believing you need to be happy all of the time. Abraham Lincoln fought depression for most of his life. Mark Twain suffered from bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression. Happiness is important. But it’s not a prerequisite for success. I think this is especially important to remember […]
Friday Links 08-12-12
From the Web Being Serious and Fun at the Same Time – Being ambitious and serious is necessary for achieving your goals. However, if you can’t make fun of yourself, you’re hard to tolerate in a conversation. Ben nails this point on the head. It’s something I’ve struggled with myself of trying to match an […]
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