Monthly Archives: August 2010

productivity

7 Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Start Writing

Procrastination is usually a symptom of some other problem: poor preparation, perfectionism, a fear of failure or rejection, or just a simple lack of motivation and interest. Continue reading

Create a Fantastic Lifestyle by Busting the Routine

When should you put a wrench in your routine – the routine that ultimately creates your lifestyle? The answer is simple – all the time and more than once. Every person’s routine is a bit different, but the importance of stepping outside our cycle of common activities is important to personal growth and intellectual development. Continue reading

negativity

Negativity: A Motivation Killer

Wow. Talk about depressing. Negative people can destroy our beliefs in ourselves & take away the motivation that so many struggle to get in the first place.

The truth is, negativity kills motivation.
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10 Motivational Quotes That Will Jump Start Your Day

Sometimes a little motivation is all you need to get you “pumped-up” for your day, or to get you through your day. But some people try to discount motivation; however motivation is necessary in order for you to succeed. Continue reading

working hard

Why You Should Work Smart Not Hard: 4 Ways To Do It

We’re often told that hard work gets us ahead. That’s true to an extent – if you put effort and focus into something, you’re going to achieve more than if you go at it in a half-hearted way. But it’s all too easy to get sucked into working long hours, ticking tasks off a list, without being all that effective or successful. Continue reading

9 Powerful Life Lessons from Confucius

Confucius’ philosophy focused on issues of morality, both from a personal as well as a governmental perspective. Confucius taught concerning the correctness of social relationships, justice and equality. His teachings became very prominent in China.

Below are 9 Powerful Life Lessons based on the philosophy of Confucius. Continue reading