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The Productivity Contradiction – Do We Really Want to be Highly Productive?

Written by Cynthia Kocialski - 10 Comments
Categories: productivity tips, self improvement

I wish I could grow back down and be young and carefree again. Life was so simple when I was in elementary school. I had no concern for time. Time was forever. There was always more time or enough time. As an adult, I’ve learned time is everything. Time is a non-renewable resource. Without a day being limited to 24 hours, we would care nothing about productivity. And productivity is all about the wise use of our time. Read the Rest of This Article »

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How to be Intentionally Happy

Written by Bobbi Emel - 25 Comments
Categories: self improvement

What makes you happy?

Money? The newest iPhone? The good health of your family? A promotion at work?

Some interesting work by University of California, Riverside researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky not only suggests where our happiness comes from, but shows how to get more of it.

Pieces of the happiness pie

Dr. Lyubomirsky proposes that there are three components to happiness: Read the Rest of This Article »

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5 Self Help Books That Might Just Change Your Life

Written by Heidi Marks - 16 Comments
Categories: free ebook, self education, self improvement

Self-Help: the act of helping or improving yourself without relying on anyone else.

Luckily for us, there is a large selection of self-help literature written by truly remarkable authors. These authors share personal experiences from their own successful careers or interview others who have unlocked secrets of happiness and achievement. Stopping by your local bookstore or Amazon for a self-help title can be a bit intimidating! So we’ve handpicked five great reads to jump start your journey to the richer life: Read the Rest of This Article »

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The Secret to Waking Up Early

Written by Amber Smith - 14 Comments
Categories: productivity tips, self improvement

Having troubles waking up early in the morning? Always snoozing until the last minute? Often late to work? Well, then you should learn the secret of waking up early. It’s all about the motivation. It is always easier to make an effort when you are really motivated. So, if you want to become an early riser after years of being a night owl, all that you need is to find a good reason to get up early in the morning.

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10 Simple Ways to Balance Your Energy Levels Throughout the Day

Written by Ali Luke - 12 Comments
Categories: productivity tips, self improvement

Do you feel enthusiastic and inspired in the mornings – only to find yourself exhausted in the afternoons? Perhaps you only ever seem to perk up when you’ve got a coffee in hand, or you manage to concentrate for 30 minutes but then find yourself procrastinating.

If your energy levels fluctuate a lot, you might need to focus on achieving more balance. These ten tips should help: Read the Rest of This Article »

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How To Use Experiences from your Love Life to Forward your Career

Written by Stephanie Staszko - 17 Comments
Categories: career, relationships, self improvement

Everyone has up’s and down’s in their love lives, most commonly there are “those relationships” you’d rather forget, but should you forget them entirely? Why not use negative experiences from your love life to prevent you from making similar mistakes in your career? At least you’ll have something to show from those lousy relationships!

Although using a one-night-stand in your work environment isn’t recommended, there are some popular relationship problems which can be likened common career complaints. You can learn from these mistakes to resolve pressing issues in your career. Read the Rest of This Article »

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3 Ways to Perfect Your Work-Life Balance

Written by Tom Tolladay - 15 Comments
Categories: career, relationships, self improvement

Whether you have just started in the world of work or a seasoned professional, establishing a successful work-life balance can prove difficult challenge. Having a good work life balance is a huge factor in your general happiness and well being. We all feel pressured to work and worry about work and we are all pressured to be out with friends or family every night. Pressure comes from all around you and before you know it you are stressed at work and not going out.

The outcome is that you will be unhappy and this will affect not just you but your friends and family. Achieving balance will mean you will be happy with your life as a whole and enjoy work and appreciate the time you have when it comes. So with that in mind, here are the three ways that can help you find your work life balance and feel better as a result.

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How to Stay Productive in Troubled Times

Written by Gary Barzel - 23 Comments
Categories: productivity tips, self improvement

Distressful situations are a fact of life- a human predicament that seems hell-bent on blocking our attempts towards personal nirvana and impairing our ability to function. Though it may be unpleasant to have to stop and collect yourself in response to a personal difficulty, there may be times when you may not even have that “luxury.”

If you find yourself in an usually stressful or painful situation, yet still need to maintain some level of performance in either your personal or professional life, then keep the following four tips in mind: Read the Rest of This Article »

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The Remedy For Boredom

Written by LaRae Quy - 18 Comments
Categories: self improvement

No matter the time of year, or who we are, boredom can hit us when we least expect it, and we find ourselves bored with work, relationships . . . even life.

 

Sometimes boredom sneaks up on us; other times it signals its intention from way off in the distance. Either way, boredom is something that leaves us uninterested and unengaged with the things we’re doing. Read the Rest of This Article »

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How To Make Every Day a Fresh Start

Written by Judith Belmont - 17 Comments
Categories: productivity tips, self improvement


“Intentions compressed into words enfold magical power. “
-  Deepak Chopra

It does not have to be January 1st to give yourself a chance to make the most out of your day – and your life.  Every day is a new day and a fresh start to learn, grow, develop your strengths, heal yourself from past regrets or hurts, and move forward older and wiser.  Every day gives you a chance to reinvent yourself, to fine-tune who you are, and build on lessons of what you have learned.   It is never too late to change things that are not working in your life and switch gears, instead of thinking in the same old ways, hoping for a different outcome. Read the Rest of This Article »

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