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How to practice self-compassion
How to identify and challenge negative self-talk
How to build self-confidence
One right way to do things
When someone prescribes a specific formula or time limit for an activity, be skeptical.
Whether it’s exercise, meditation, or other routines, don’t let all-or-nothing thinking deprive you of the benefits of doing something—even for a little while.
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Using 'hacks'
Making changes to your life is hard work. There are no shortcuts.
You can’t just do one simple thing and have your life fall into place.
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Trusting the process
Just following a process isn’t enough. If you don’t know your goal and what it’s going to take to get there, no amount of focus on the process is going to be enough.
You need context, measurement, and engagement to truly move the needle on your personal growth and effectiveness.
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Being around positive people
Stop seeking out only positive people and those with similar mindsets. People with a more pessimistic style may teach you lessons about how you want to view the world. They may also be able to see pitfalls and concerns that those with more rose-colored glasses don’t readily see.
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Ways to lighten your mental load
- Only touch things once. As soon as you reach for something, whether it's mail or a project that needs to be filed, do it immediately.
- Set aside 2 - 3 specific time-blocks to process your emails.
- Focus on one thing at a time.
Use humour:
This approach isn’t for everyone, and it can be harder to pull off if it’s not something you’re used to. It’s not about knock-knock jokes and it’s definitely not about trying to show off your wit or charm. It actually has very little to do with impressing someone else and...
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