What kind of life are we living when, primarily, it’s determined by caring more about what other people think than our own perspective? But how do we stop caring what other people think when far too often it’s hardwired within? Almost 2,000 years ago, Marcus Aurelius said: It never ceases to amaze me: we all love ourselves more than other people, but care more about their opinion than our own. I’m not sure we all love ourselves more than we love others, but who will argue with Marcus Aurelius? Not me. I will say that we are internally wired to care about what others think of us, be they family, friends, strangers, or even sometimes, especially those who dislike us. This tendency might be natural, dating back to the dark ages, but this habit can drive us crazy. Being logical, we would say that our fears about what other people…
Wouldn’t you like to experience more success and inner peace at the same time? Come on, be honest. Who wouldn’t like this? Yet, it happens far too frequently that we’re more likely to experience exhaustion at the end of a hectic day. Often feeling as if we’ve accomplished little despite our best intentions. If it isn’t trying to stay up-to-date with phone calls or drowning in a sea of emails, there’s seemingly no end to the ever-growing pile of projects. And amidst these overwhelming demands of modern life, it’s all too easy to succumb to the allure of multitasking. But it isn’t the best solution as you’ll find out below. So what if there’s another way to ignite productivity and, at the same time, experience inner calm and soaring success? Sound too good to be true? Maybe not. Why multitasking falls short of success and inner peace Have you ever…
Updated May 2023 Some of the most amazing people in the world have known struggle and defeat and found their way to success and happiness and so can you. One of the tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. We are all dreaming of some magical rose garden over the horizon – instead of enjoying the roses that are blooming outside our windows today. ~ Dale Carnegie Dale Carnegie’s poignant words resonate deeply, urging us to embrace the present and savor the beauty that surrounds us today. So if you’re struggling with anything right now, remember this you don’t get a harvest without plowing the land. However, one of the beautiful things in life is that our most difficult challenges can be the most fulfilling. You already have everything you need to do more than survive but you can never have too…
For the most part, we have no idea of the power of our mind. Harnessing the power of your mind enables you to shape your own reality. Think of the benefits that await!
The question is, how do you embrace authenticity in your present moment, Here’s what’s working for me.