Take pride in whatever activity you do
Take pride in whatever activity you do. Even the smallest thing will be noticed and will show in the quality of output.
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September 15, 2012
Yawning shows you’re bored
Yawning when someone is talking gives them the impression you’re not interested. Try hiding it, apologise and tell them you are interested – otherwise they may take offence.
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September 14, 2012
Learn to think for yourself
At its core, thinking for yourself requires you to be humble and say to yourself and others “I really don’t know. That’s why I’m asking.” Find your own answers to understand better.
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September 9, 2012
Use hindsight from previous worries
You can use hindsight from previous worries to assess current worries: Did it actually happen? Was it as bad as you thought it would be? Did anything good come of worrying?
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September 8, 2012
Do things using a simple approach
Sometimes doing things in a simple way can give you a much more effective result. Focus on what you want to achieve, and determine the simplest steps to get there.
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September 7, 2012
Candle by Shawn Carpenter
The source of inner strength
You must never give into despair, surrendering to your lowest instincts. In the darkest times, hope is something you give yourself. This is the meaning of inner strength.
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September 2, 2012
Putting worries into perspective
E. Joseph Cossman said “If you want to test your memory, try to recall what you were worrying about one year ago today.” Doing this could help put your current worries into perspective.
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September 1, 2012
If you have time to spare, get a hobby
If you have time to spare, get a hobby. Try something that relaxes you or adds benefit to your life or someone else’s. It should be something that you can enjoy and look forward to.
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August 27, 2012
The brain holds on to emotionally-charged events
The brain associates similar situations which is why you are often reminded of similar events in the past. Releasing the emotional connection to a memory helps you forget and integrate the event.
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August 26, 2012
Living with your actions
You are going to have to live with your actions for the rest of your life; thinking more about the consequences before you make the decision can save yourself the regret and anguish.
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August 19, 2012