I recently got a chance to browse the nearby bookstore. Aside from further affirming why I prefer amazon to brick and mortar bookshops, there was one other thing I noticed. Getting a chance to walk down the self-help aisle, I couldn’t help but feel my inner cynic trying to claw out. I think one of […]
In Retrospect
I’m a big proponent of thinking in the now. When you future dreams have no connection to the present, they have no real chance of happening. Even more, I believe that your actions, goals and dreams shouldn’t be focused on getting to some arbitrary future landmark but so that you can experience growth in the […]
Discover Yourself in Twenty Minutes
Who are you? If you can’t promptly answer that question you don’t have a very clear picture of your own identity. Having a clear image of yourself is essential in relationships, self-confidence and growth. Just as it’s impossible to reach your destination when you don’t know where you are, it is impossible to become who […]
Changing Beliefs
What is the driving force behind your personality, behavior and the way you interpret experiences? Beliefs. They govern how you will behave, feel and ultimately live your life. If you’ve been exposed to any self-help material before, you probably have heard a lot of talk about these influencing forces in your life. Sadly I think […]
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