Tag Archives: self improvement

Post-traumatic Growth: What Research Says About Why Some Grow While Others Break In The Face of Adversity

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Erin Falconer

Yet we hear very little of what psychologists call “posttraumatic growth”. For example, a casual survey by Martin Seligman from the University of Pennsylvania, found that only 10{54c12dad2cc2b53ae830e39915b1a3e70288dbcbbeb8bbf8395437c5dc3c512c} of his respondents are aware of the term. What is more widely known (97{54c12dad2cc2b53ae830e39915b1a3e70288dbcbbeb8bbf8395437c5dc3c512c}) is its evil twin: posttraumatic disorder. Continue reading →

New Rules For American Dreams

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Erin Falconer

Those who try to dismiss its relativity are not living in the same America I have lived in. Those who deny its current existence clearly are not viewing this country as I am. The American Dream is alive and kickin’ I can assure you. Continue reading →

How to Turn Your Good Intentions into Lasting Change – in 4 Simple Steps

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Erin Falconer

We all have plenty of good intentions for our lives, but it can be really tough to follow through on these. As soon as the initial motivation wears off, and the hectic nature of day-to-day life gets in the way, we begin to let things slide. Pretty soon, we give up on our goals altogether. Continue reading →

How to Develop a Nurturing Morning Routine

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Erin Falconer

Developing a morning routine that will boost your productivity can help you stay on top of your commitments for the day. For me, I purposefully wake up an hour before I need to. This allows me more time and I am not rushed. I spend 15-20 minute shower. I get to eat breakfast, which we all know is the most important meal of the day. Continue reading →

Millionaire Advice: The Most Recommended Books by Self Made Millionaires

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Erin Falconer

I’ve interviewed over 50 millionaires for my Eventual Millionaire Podcast. I can tell you with certainty that most of the millionaires I’ve interviewed have an amazing mindset, and a thirst for knowledge.

So each interview I am curious to find out what books really changed their thinking or were pivotal in their growth. This list includes both personal books as well as business books. Continue reading →

Simple Living and High Thinking – Lessons from Mahatma Gandhi’s Life

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Erin Falconer

Mahatma Gandhi, a man of true words, a great leader, a true fighter who set an example of simple living and high thinking for us. Non-violence, truth, inspiration and great leadership qualities are what come to our mind when we hear his name. Continue reading →