We all judge people. We can’t help it. Our brains are wired to observe, reason, and conclude. However, we do a very poor job of judging people accurately; and so I propose a new, scientific approach that will help us see people as they actually are and less as we mistakenly presume. Judging people inaccurately …
Sometimes our lives get so piled up that we feel like we might explode. When this happens, it is crucial to take pause and really think about what is most important at the present moment. We often need to temporarily reprioritize our lives in order to preserve our sanity while getting everything done. Once the storm …
Think about it. When you take a risk and go against the grain, people object and give you a thousand reasons why it’s not a good idea or why you won’t succeed. Don’t believe what they say, but consider their objection as an indicator that you are on the right track. Usually, people respond negatively to …
A mantra, by definition, is “a sound, word, or phrase that is repeated by someone who is praying or meditating” or “a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses someone’s basic beliefs” (Source: Merriam-Webster). In traditional Hinduism and Buddhism, mantras are spoken in Sanskrit and are considered very sacred. In the US, we …
We always hear the saying, “Don’t worry about what other people think.” But, what if what they think is good stuff? What if they see something in you that you do not yet see in yourself? Maybe we should care what people think of us. Maybe it can help us grow and be better versions …
This article gives you five reasons why you should peel yourself off your couch, get energized, and choose to live a more active lifestyle right now. The term “couch” is figurative, however, and can represent anything that is holding you back from doing the things you really want to be doing with your time. And to be …
Letting go of the past is a skill that you can develop. Although it is somewhat abstract, the skill of letting go is practiced with a few simple tools and a lot of patience. Everyone has something they need to let go. It may be resentment toward parents, a grudge against an old friend, an …
In the previous article, Practical Meditation Part 1: The Purpose And Benefits Of Meditating, we discussed the benefits of meditation. Here in Part 2, we describe a simple, effective way to practice meditation on a regular basis. The first thing to note is the word “practice”. Meditation is not something you do once and conquer. …
You know very well that you must do cardio to burn fat, reduce stress, improve blood circulation, and keep your heart healthy. You also know you must do strength training to build muscle that reduces fat, improves joint movements, and provides general strength. But have you ever considered that you must also exercise your mind? …
