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5 Motivational Quotes by Authors of the Classics

The number of great posts here about the importance of reading the classics to improve oneself made me think that I should share with your some of my favorite motivational quotes by some of my favorite classical authors. Continue reading

Day 53: 5 Extraordinary Ways To Say “I’m Sorry” and Mean It (using this 2-step process)

Why is it so hard to say the words we so desperately want to hear?

Many times we turn the simple task of saying, “I’m sorry” into a chicken and egg game. Or worse, we use it to guilt others, or withhold it to hurt. Continue reading

Day 54: How to Win Any Argument (And Get What You Really Want)

The wrong words can rip people apart and make them wonder if they ever had anything in common at all, the right ones can draw people closer and make them wonder how they ever lived apart. Continue reading

5 Things That Were Given to Me for Nothing

After I became aware of the more subtle things I am given, I took the next inevitable step. I became thankful for my existence. I don’t know how I ended up in this world, but I wake up everyday grateful for the opportunity to experience life. Continue reading

Day 55: Unplug – How To Restore Your Sanity and Reclaim Your Life

Between email, cell phones, and seemingly unending work days, we’ve never been more enslaved to our many masters.

And the worst part is, we allow it to happen. Continue reading

Day 56: The Minimalist Guide To Eating Well

Eating like a minimalist is a simple way of eating for a low maintenance life style. This choice will help you find balance, energy, and a new joy when preparing your food. Continue reading