When you are truly truly truly in the zone and doing exactly what you are meant to be doing, time does seem to slow down significantly. One of the great blessings of this fact is that your life will be less likely to pass by in the blink of an eye. You will savor it […]
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I wrote here and here about my initial idea for a software company, a SaaS to be more specific. That initial brainstorm did not work out; I explored here why I let the notion fade away.Well, here we go again. I have another idea. This time it’s a simple initiative to help people rather than […]
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I don’t like the word “”hack.” It smacks of short-cutting. Of get, get, get. Of trying to grab something for nothing. Why not live life so that you flow like water, gracefully floating on the Dao? Do you need to hack life? Why? It’s no coincidence that this word also means to chop at with […]
continue reading...I have noticed in most books about self-improvement that the focus is on waking up early, establishing clear goals, pushing yourself–effort, effort, effort. However, while these techniques might lead to material success, they may do so at the expense of health, a flourishing life, joy, and inner peace. There is something missing. The spiritual perspective. […]
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Focusing means letting go. Letting go of:Things you don’t care about anymorePipe dreams–so you can focus on real dreamsSo many goals that you don’t make deep progress towards anyNegative emotions that drain your energyRegrets from years pastResentments from years pastExpectations that things will go exactly as you plannedHere’s a suggestion. Every day for ten days, […]
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Are you an information hoarder? We’ve all seen those dreadful shows on television that follow people around who stuff their homes, yards, and lives with all sorts of pointless nick knacks, old magazines, and other items. It’s a sad state of affairs, and our hearts goes out to these folks. I’m sure you don’t have such […]
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Have you noticed that the American school system fails to teach basic organizational skills and personal finance? I have no idea why this might be the case. Both topics have a massive impact on the course of any individual’s life, and yet they don’t exist as far as the modern educational system is concerned. Fortunately, […]
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Have you ever heard the phrase, “what gets measured gets managed?” Well, it’s true. Measure your progress towards specific goals, and watch how it makes a difference. Want to lose weight? Step on that scale, every day. Want to get more exercise in your life? Wear a pedometer and track your steps. Eager to start […]
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When you think of writing, what comes to mind? Fun? Elegance? Struggle? Fear? For many, writing is a struggle. This is normal if you have not written much. Writing is a skill like any other. However, once you find your voice, learn basic grammar, and practice a lot, I suggest you challenge your assumptions about how difficult […]
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I’ve done quite a bit more research on the software product I was thinking of building. I’m leaning against bothering. Here are the reasons: Most importantly, I liked this product because I thought it addressed a pain point and I could make money. However, frankly, I think I’d be bored to tears marketing this product. […]
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