The terms introvert and extrovert were first socialized in the 1920s by psychologist Carl Jung. Scientists don’t know for sure the causes of introversion or extroversion. However, researchers have found that introverts have a higher blood flow to their frontal lobe; this is the part of the brain that helps with memory, problem-solving, and planning. They like to think in silence. When you see the quiet people in the room, be aware that the silence is just an illusion: there’s nothing quiet inside, but hundreds of voices and competing ideas. There’s no peace, no rest. An introvert’s job is to break through the clutter, eliminate the noise and listen to one voice and one only. It’s an exhausting and meticulous task.

like to think in silence. When you see the quiet people in the room, be aware that the silence is just an illusion: there’s nothing quiet inside, but hundreds of voices and competing ideas. There’s no peace, no rest.

Introverts Live In A Parallel Universe 

An introvert’s job is to break through the clutter, eliminate the noise and listen to only voice. But an introvert won’t tell you any of that. They might only share their idea when asked, or sometimes interrogated, and only if it has passed their very high standards.

An exhausting and meticulous task

They might shut down in a loud group, not because they are shy but because that’s not their element.They won’t fight for attention because they have bigger fights to battle, and they are all inside their brain.

Introverts don’t like to waste words. Or time. 

<ul><li>We find peace in silence. We can filter through hundreds of ideas until we find the one we want the world to listen to.</li><li>We can express how we really feel without having to compete for attention we don’t seek. </li><li>We can let the virtual pen be our microphone, and it feels awesome not to be interrupted.</li><li>Writing is to an introvert what a busy room is to an extrovert.</li></ul>

Writing is a happy place for many introverts

Understanding the way introverts think, behave and how they process information and ideate.

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Why Introverts Make Good Writers

When observing an object, what we see might not be an accurate representation of its actual size. Instead, our perception might be influenced by previously viewed objects – a large object might make the subsequent one seem bigger than it is, and vice versa for a small object.This visual bias is linked with early visual-evoked brain activity and is driven by the residual information retained by neural populations in our brain’s basic visual analysis levels. In essence, what we see is an ‘average’ our brain creates between what’s happening before our eyes and what has occurred in the past.

The Previous, The Subsequent And The Average

Recently published research in the Journal of Neuroscience, reaffirms an intriguing concept in neuroscience: our perceptions are often distorted representations of the external world, rather than faithful reproductions.The researchers suggest that this bias arises from a mismatch between our brain’s limited computational resources and the multitude of stimuli bombarding our senses.This distortion helps our brain find regularities, making the external world more predictable and manageable.

Representations Rather Than Faithful Reptroductions 

New research underlines the brain’s role not only as a receptor but also a constructor of reality.

Our past experiences influence our current perceptions.

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Perception is Not Only a Matter of Now: Our Past Influences What We See

Embrace the Power of Small Steps: Every tiny action you take towards your goals is a step closer to your dreams. Don't underestimate the impact of small, consistent efforts. Each small step is a testament to your determination and resilience, building momentum that propels you forward on the path to success. So, take that first step today, no matter how small, and believe in the transformative power of progress.

A Comprehensive 10-Step Guide to Achieving Success

- Take time to reflect on what success means to you and create a clear vision of your desired outcomes.- Consider various aspects of life, such as career, relationships, health, and personal growth.

Step 1: Define Your Personal Vision of Success

- Break down your vision into actionable and measurable goals.- Use the SMART goal-setting framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) to ensure clarity and effectiveness.

Step 2: Set Specific and Measurable Goals

- Embrace the belief that your abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work.- Emphasize learning, resilience, and a positive attitude towards challenges and setbacks.

Step 3: Develop a Growth Mindset

- Outline the steps and strategies required to achieve your goals.- Prioritize tasks, set deadlines, and create a roadmap that keeps you focused and organized.

Step 4: Create a Strategic Action Plan

- Establish daily routines and rituals that promote productivity.- Practice time management techniques, avoid distractions, and hold yourself accountable for your actions.

Step 5: Cultivate Self-Discipline and Productivity Habits

- Invest in your personal and professional development.- Read books, attend workshops or seminars, take courses, and seek mentorship or coaching to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Step 6: Continuously Learn and Improve

- Surround yourself with like-minded individuals who inspire and motivate you.- Seek guidance and mentorship from successful people in your field to gain insights and learn from their experiences.

Step 7: Build a Supportive Network

- See failure as a valuable learning opportunity rather than a setback.- Analyze your mistakes, extract lessons, and make adjustments to your approach.

Step 8: Embrace Failure and Learn from Mistakes

- Prioritize your physical and mental health to sustain long-term success.- Maintain a balanced lifestyle by incorporating exercise, healthy eating, quality sleep, and stress management techniques.

Step 9: Practice Self-Care and Well-being

- Success is rarely achieved overnight, so maintain a resilient mindset and stay persistent in pursuing your goals.- Be open to change, embrace new opportunities, and adjust your strategies when necessary.

Step 10: Stay Persistent and Adapt to Change

"Success is a lifelong journey of growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and let passion guide you to remarkable achievements."

As a collective society, we share common aspirations and objectives; however, by cultivating a proactive mindset and leveraging your capabilities to their fullest potential, you can propel yourself ahead of the curve, distinguishing your progress with remarkable swiftness.

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The Guide to Success 

When you start a new job or move to a new place, there are so many things to do.It's not possible to do all of them without overexerting yourself. Create a vision and use it to:<ul><li>Filter out shiny new objects</li><li>Prioritize & align your actions toward your goals</li></ul>

🗺️ 1. Have a vision for the new phase of life

When you start a new phase of life, you usually don’t have a routine.This makes it easy to give in to temptations or quick fixes that can morph into unhealthy habits. The solution: Have good default choices, especially for your health and finances.

🥑 2. Have good default choices

Life is hard.Beating yourself up over your mistakes makes it harder. Two principles that helped me be kind(er) to myself:<ul><li>"You will make mistakes. It means you’re growing! Remedy the mistakes and move on."</li><li>"Your pace is the best pace. No need to FOMO or feel bad about it."</li></ul>

❤️‍🩹 3. Be kind to yourself

You might like my weekly newsletter, <a href="https://teaforthought.substack.com/">Tea For Thought</a>!I'm on a mission to find and implement life-tweaking ideas for designing and living an intentional life.For every concept I discover, I strive to find examples and stories from my own life. This newsletter issue was inspired by my undergrad experience—I had to move to a new country every 4 months.<a href="https://teaforthought.substack.com/">Come learn with me :)</a>

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These 3 things helped me settle down quickly as I moved to a new country every 4 months for the past 2 years.

Understand yourself and those around you.

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"We should not be blinded by superficial impressions and should instead focus on the truth."

"The true measure of a person's worth is not in their abilities, but in how they choose to use them."

"What matters is not where you come from, but who you decide to be."

"True strength comes not from physical prowess, but from the ability to adapt and overcome adversity."

"The only limits we have are the ones we impose upon ourselves."

"A mind that is not open to new ideas is like a fortress that is closed off from the outside world."

"In order to achieve our goals, we must be willing to take risks and step outside our comfort zones."

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Beyond the Surface: 7 Quotes from Kiyotaka Ayanokoji


It is better to Live your own destiny imperfectly than to live an imitation of somebody else’s life with perfection.When you give yourself space & stillness, you can clear the dust and see yourself, not through others’ eyes, but from within.

Identity

It is impossible to build one's happiness on the unhappiness of others.Negativity is everywhere and it's contagious.The less time you fixate on everyone else, the more time you have to focus on yourself.Negativity often rises from fear.

Negativity

SPOT a feeling or issueSTOP to understand what it isSWAP in a new way of processing.

SPOT, STOP, SWAP Strategy

Accept your fear.The cause of fear : AttachmentThe cure of fear : DetachmentFear motivates us. Sometimes it motivates us toward what we want, but sometimes, if we aren’t careful, it limits us with what we think will keep us safe.

Fear

When there is harmony between the mind, heart and resolution then nothing is impossible.Four motivations : Fear, Desire, Duty, and Love.Live your intentions. Do the work.

Intention

When you protect your Dharma, your dharma protects you.Living your dharma is a certain way to fulfillment.Passion + Expertise + Usefulness = DharmaKnowing your purpose and fulfilling it is easier and more fruitful when you use your time and energy wisely every day.

Purpose

Early to rise.Location has energy, time has memory.If you do something at the same time in the same space everyday, it becomes easier and natural.Build routines and train yourself to find focus and achieve deep immersion.

Routine

When the five senses and the mind are stilled, when the reasoning intellect rests in silence, then begins the highest path.Drive the chariot of the mind. Master the senses.Train your brain. In the end, it is your mind that translates the outside world into happiness or misery.

Mind

The ego is a mask. It makes us liars and creates false hierarchies. Ego is an obstacle to growth.The arrogant ego desires respect, whereas the humble worker inspires respect.Detach from your ego.

Appreciate everything, even the ordinary. Especially the ordinary.Keep a gratitude journalKindness and gratitude are symbiotic.Embrace gratitude through daily practice, both internally - in how you look at your life and the world around you - and through action.

Gratitude

Every person is a world to explore.You assume the love you receive will come from the person you gave it to. But it doesn’t always come from that person.Too often we love people who don’t love us, but we fail to return the love of others who do.

Relationships ()

In every relationship you have the opportunity to set the level of joy you expect and the level of pain you’ll accept.Believe in your worth.If you’ve lost yourself in the relationship, find yourself in the heartbreak.

Relationships (2)

The ignorant work for their own profit, the wise work for the welfare of the world.The highest purpose is to live in service.Selflessness heals the self.Monks seek to leave a place cleaner than they found it; people happier than they found it; and the world better than they found it.Extend your radius of care.Serve within your dharmaService is direct path to a meaningful life.

Service

"When we look for the good in others, we start to see the best in ourselves too.”

Helpful takeaways that teaches you how a monk thinks and lives his life in harmony with everything around him.

Jay Shetty, social media superstar and host of the #1 podcast On Purpose, distills the timeless wisdom he learned as a monk into practical steps anyone can take every day to live a less anxious, more meaningful life. When you think like a monk, you’ll understand: -How to overcome negativity -How to stop overthinking -Why comparison kills love -How to use your fear -Why you can’t find happiness by looking for it -How to learn from everyone you meet -Why you are not your thoughts -How to find your purpose -Why kindness is crucial to success -And much more... Shetty grew up in a family where you could become one of three things—a doctor, a lawyer, or a failure. His family was convinced he had chosen option three: instead of attending his college graduation ceremony, he headed to India to become a monk, to meditate every day for four to eight hours, and devote his life to helping others. After three years, one of his teachers told him that he would have more impact on the world if he left the monk’s path to share his experience and wisdom with others. Heavily in debt, and with no recognizable skills on his résumé, he moved back home in north London with his parents. Shetty reconnected with old school friends—many working for some of the world’s largest corporations—who were experiencing tremendous stress, pressure, and unhappiness, and they invited Shetty to coach them on well-being, purpose, and mindfulness. Since then, Shetty has become one of the world’s most popular influencers. In 2017, he was named in the Forbes magazine 30-under-30 for being a game-changer in the world of media. In 2018, he had the #1 video on Facebook with over 360 million views. His social media following totals over 38 million, he has produced over 400 viral videos which have amassed more than 8 billion views, and his podcast, On Purpose, is consistently ranked the world’s #1 Health and Wellness podcast. In this inspiring, empowering book, Shetty draws on his time as a monk to show us how we can clear the roadblocks to our potential and power. Combining ancient wisdom and his own rich experiences in the ashram, Think Like a Monk reveals how to overcome negative thoughts and habits, and access the calm and purpose that lie within all of us. He transforms abstract lessons into advice and exercises we can all apply to reduce stress, improve relationships, and give the gifts we find in ourselves to the world. Shetty proves that everyone can—and should—think like a monk.

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Jay Shetty is a storyteller, podcaster, and former monk. Shetty’s vision is to Make Wisdom Go Viral. He is on a mission to share the timeless wisdom of the world in an accessible, relevant, and practical way. Shetty has created over 400 viral videos with over 5 billion views, and hosts the #1 Health and Wellness podcast in the world, On Purpose. Learn more at JayShetty.me.

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The biggest turnback in getting out of depression for me was to start exercising.Starting to hit the gym will give you tremendous benefits (more than any other tip you will read in this guide), including:<ul><li>Boost your confidence to the roof</li><li>Give you purpose and a goal to achieve</li><li>Incredible physical and mental benefits</li><li>Teach you delayed gratification</li></ul>

I started exercising

Depression isn’t an insurmountable obstacle, and it is often confused with weakness.What I mean by that is: if you spend most of your precious time scrolling on social media, fapping, drinking, smoking, playing video games, etc. Then of course you’ll feel sluggish, sad, undriven, and without purpose.

I built mental toughness

Think of yourself as a garden: just as different plants require specific nutrients and care to thrive, your body and mind require high-quality, positive habits to perform at their best.

I understood the power of habits

<a href="https://i0.wp.com/giovannispezia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/full-health-guide.png?resize=1200%2C800&ssl=1">Taking care of your body</a>:<ul><li>Exercising</li><li>Eating healthy</li><li>Having a good sleeping schedule</li></ul><a href="https://giovannispezia.com/category/mental-health/">Taking care of your mind</a>:<ul><li>Meditating</li><li>Journaling</li><li>Spending time in nature</li></ul>

Positive habits you should be doing

Not taking care of your body:<ul><li>Eating processed food</li><li>Drinking alcohol</li><li>Smoking</li></ul>Not taking care of your mind:<ul><li><a href="https://giovannispezia.com/how-to-break-phone-addiction/">Scrolling on social media</a></li><li><a href="https://giovannispezia.com/how-to-overcome-procrastination/">Procrastinating</a></li><li>Negative thoughts</li></ul>

Negative habits you should eliminate

The plan to apply and break all of these habits is really simple:<ol><li>Scan through your daily habits and write them on a piece of paper.</li><li>Remove every bad habit you find and replace it with one of the good ones listed above.</li><li>Stick to the new schedule day in and day out.</li></ol>

The plan

You spent all of your life doing these bad habits. You can’t expect to change all of that in a few days.Changing your life starts with changing your identity.

It won’t be easy, and it’s ok

You need to first change who you think you are before you can become who you wish to become.

I really want this article to genuinely help as many people as possible.Why? Because I have experienced what it means to be depressed, and it honestly sucks.If you want to help me with this mission, please consider sharing this post👇

How you can help me with my mission

Many people struggle with getting out of depression, and I sure did too before applying the strategies I will share with you in this article👇

Many people struggle with getting out of depression, and I sure did too before applying the strategies I will share with you in this article.

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Psychological Facts About Love 

If you want to know if someone loves you, look into their eyes. The pupil expands as much as 45% when we are in love.

Someone Loves You?

Being in a relationship is not about dates or showing off. It's about being with the person who makes you happy.

Who Makes You Happy 

Research has found that good relationships are more important for a long life than exercise.

Relat

A person who truly loves you will never let you go or give up on you, no matter how hard the situation is.

Never Give Up 

You're most likely to fall in love with someone if you first meet them in a dangerous situation.

Falling In Love 

The people who give the best relationship advice are usually the ones who are single.

Single 

Attachment + Caring + Intimacy = Perfect Love.

Perfect Love 

Couples who have similar qualities are not likely to last in a romantic relationship.

Romantic Relationship 

A person who truly loves you is someone who sees the pain in your eyes while everyone else believes in the smile on your face.

Person 

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Facts About Love 💞

Stoicism is a philosophy that encourages individuals to cultivate a sense of inner peace and resilience, by focusing on personal virtue, reason, and self-control.

Stoicism in 5 Minutes: Key Concepts

• The highest good is the cultivation of personal virtue, or moral excellence.• The goal of human life is to live in accordance with nature, and that the key to achieving this goal is to develop virtue.• Four cardinal virtues - wisdom, courage, justice, and moderation. Wisdom involves using reason to make sound judgments and decisions. Courage involves facing difficult situations with fortitude and determination. Justice involves treating others fairly and equitably. Moderation involves exercising self-control and avoiding excess.

1. Virtue as the Highest Good

I say that virtue is more valuable than wealth to the same degree that eyes are more valuable than fingernails.

• Reason should guide all aspects of life, including decision-making, emotions, and behavior.• Stoics saw reason as the source of wisdom and the key to living a fulfilling and meaningful life. They believed that by using reason to guide our actions and attitudes, we can achieve inner peace, happiness, and a sense of purpose.

2. Reason as the Guiding Principle

Let your desires be ruled by reason.

• Everything in the universe is governed by a rational and providential order, often referred to as "the logos" which determines the events and outcomes of our lives.• We should accept and embrace the events that occur in our lives, whether favorable or unfavorable; for resistance or being upset by things that are beyond our control only leads to unnecessary suffering and distress.• Accepting fate does not mean resigning ourselves to inaction but rather focusing our efforts on what is within our control and responding to events with wisdom and virtue.

3. Acceptance of Fate

Don’t seek for everything to happen as you wish it would, but rather wish that everything happens as it actually will — then your life will flow well.

• Individuals should cultivate a sense of detachment from external events and focus instead on their own inner state on oachieve a greater sense of peace and equanimity.• Our emotions and reactions should not be dictated by external events but rather by our own rational judgments.• Pursuit of external things such as wealth, power, or pleasure can never bring lasting happiness, as they are ultimately outside of our control and subject to change.

4. Detachment from External Events

You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this and you will find strength. Marcus aurelius

• Emotions are an important aspect of human experience but it can be a source of great distress and can lead us astray from the path of virtue.• Emotions are a result of our judgments about events and situations, rather than the events themselves.• By cultivating a rational mindset and focusing on what is within our control, we develop greater emotional resilience and equanimity. • Negative visualization or imagining the worst-case scenarios: By contemplating the worst possible outcomes, we can prepare ourselves mentally and emotionally for adversity and develop greater emotional resilience.

5. Control of Emotions

Keep this thought handy when you feel a fit of rage coming on–it isn’t manly to be enraged. Rather, gentleness and civility are more human, and therefore manlier. A real man doesn’t give way to anger and discontent, and such a person has strength, courage, and endurance–unlike the angry and complaining. The nearer a man comes to a calm mind, the closer he is to strength.

• Everything in the natural world was interconnected, and that our own lives were part of this interconnected web which includes acceptance of cycles of life and death, thus we should not resist or try to control them.• We should view ourselves as citizens of the world, rather than just members of our own community or society.• By recognizing our connection to all living things, we could cultivate a sense of empathy and compassion for others and work towards the common good.

6. Living in Harmony with Nature

We are members of one great body, planted by nature … We must consider that we were born for the good of the whole.﻿

At its core, Stoicism teaches that the ultimate goal of life is to achieve a state of tranquility and freedom from suffering. This can be achieved by living in accordance with reason and virtue, and by cultivating a sense of detachment from external events. The Stoics believed that individuals should focus on their own inner state, rather than external circumstances, and should strive to cultivate inner peace and equanimity in the face of life's challenges.

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STOICISM IN 5 MINUTES: KEY CONCEPTS

What are the most mind-blowing facts about the human brain?

Mind-blowing facts

<ul><li>Your brain's storage capacity is virtually unlimited.</li><li>The human brain contains 80-100 billion neurons.</li><li>More than 100,000 chemical reactions take place in the brain every second.</li><li>The human brain is the only object of any kind that can contemplate itself.</li><li>The human brain weighs approximately about 1.4 kilograms (3 pounds).</li><li>The human brain can generate about 23 watts of power (enough to power a lightbulb).</li><li>Sixty percent of the human brain is made of fat. That make it the fattiest organ in the human body.</li><li>The brain uses 20 percent of the body's total oxygen and energy.</li></ul>

<ul><li>The brain doesn't have pain receptors, so it can't feel exterior pain.</li><li>The average brain is believed to generate up to 50,000 thoughts per day.</li><li>Your brain has an autopilot setting allows us to perform common tasks like driving without actively thinking about them.</li><li>Your brain never sleeps while you're asleep, your brain is busy performing maintenance.</li><li>When a person dies, they have 7 minutes of brain activity left.</li></ul>

This award-winning science book uses the latest findings from neuroscience research and brain-imaging technology to take you on a journey into the human brain. CGI illustrations and brain MRI scans reveal the brain's anatomy in unprecedented detail. Step-by-step sequences unravel and simplify the complex processes of brain function, such as how nerves transmit signals, how memories are laid down and recalled, and how we register emotions. The book answers fundamental and compelling questions about the brain: what does it mean to be conscious, what happens when we're asleep, and are the brains of men and women different? This is an accessible and authoritative reference book to a fascinating part of the human body. Thanks to improvements in scanning technology, our understanding of the brain is changing quickly. Now in its third edition, The Human Brain Book provides an up-to-date guide to one of science's most exciting frontiers. With its coverage of more than 50 brain-related diseases and disorders--from strokes to brain tumors and schizophrenia--it is also an essential manual for students and healthcare professionals.

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