“When was the last time you felt grateful because nothing happened?”You don’t live in a war zone, like many others. You are not starving and suffering from famine, like many others. You didn’t have a heart attack. Nobody shot at you or robbed your home while you were gone.

1. BE GRATEFUL FOR NOTHING.

“Every circumstance, no matter how complex, challenging, and frustrating, contains a positive seed that should be nurtured.”Practice simply to give thanks for what we have received.

2. MAKE GRATITUDE YOUR CENTRAL SPIRITUAL PRACTICE

Be especially grateful for having to deal with annoying people and difficult situations, because without them ... how could we practice patience, exertion, mindfulness, loving-kindness, or compassion? It is by dealing with such challenges that we grow and develop.

3. APPRECIATE IRRITATING PEOPLE.

“These two people are hard to find in the world. Which two? The one who is first to do a kindness, and the one who is grateful and thankful for a kindness done.”

4. BECOME HIGHLY RESPONSIVE TO KINDNESS RECEIVED.

Train yourself to see a positive in the presence of many negatives.Every circumstance, no matter how complex, challenging, and frustrating, contains a positive seed that should be nurtured.

5. LOOK FOR THE SILVER LINING.

Take a few minutes at the end of each day to mentally note the many people who have invisibly served you by providing medicine, shelter, safety, food, and education.”

6. EXPAND YOUR MINDFULNESS.

Many Buddhist monks begin each day with this chant of gratitude: “With gratitude I remember the people, animals, plants, insects, creatures of the sky and sea, air and water, fire and earth, all whose joyful exertion blesses my life every day. With gratitude I remember the care and labor of a thousand generations of elders and ancestors who came before me…..

7. Start each day like a Buddhist monk.

Building your sense of thankfulness the Buddhist way. Not because you have to be grateful.

Gratitude is powerful. Building your sense of thankfulness the Buddhist way.

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Seven Buddhist Lessons in Gratitude 

Your instincts have a compass that points in two directions. What excites you? What drains you? No matter what advice anyone gives you, no matter how smart they may be, you need to let this compass guide you.

Whatever excites you, do it. Whatever drains you, stop doing it. For example, many musicians get into music because they love playing their instruments. They love it so much they want to do it full-time.

But then, well-meaning people say, if you're going to be in the music business, you have to read this book on music business law, you have to learn networking skills, marketing, tech skills, accounting, and writing good newsletters, and so on.

Soon, those musicians are spending all their time doing everything but playing their instrument and decide it's not worth it. They give up, get a dumb job, and lose interest in their instrument because a music career seems tedious and overwhelming.

But nothing is worth losing your enthusiasm. Nothing. Whatever excites you, do it. Whatever drains you, stop doing it. You have to pay close attention to that compass, even in the little day -to -day decisions.

You get offered a gig. They're on the phone waiting for an answer. Does it excite you or drain you? You hear about some new technology. People say you need to check out this new app. Does it excite you or drain you?

If it doesn't excite you, don't do it. There's almost nothing that you must do. Whatever you hate doing, someone out there loves doing it. So if it's necessary, find them and let them do it. Work toward this ideal and soon you'll be doing only what excites you the most.

Then you'll find that doors open for you, opportunities come your way, and life seems to go easier because you're doing what you're meant to do.

Whatever excites you, go do it. Whatever drains you, stop doing it.

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Compass in your gut

The secret of happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles.

The path to success and motivation is not always "full speed ahead"... but rather a journey where we take a few steps back before regaining our momentum.

A guide to change your life with just your attitude

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT! Do you dread going to work? Do you feel tired, unhappy, weighed down? Have you given up on your dreams? The road to a happier, more successful life starts with your attitude--and your attitude is within your control.Whether your outlook is negative, positive or somewhere in between, Jeff Keller, motivational speaker and coach, will show you how to take control and unleash your hidden potential through three powerful steps:--THINK! Success begins in the mind. The power of attitude can change your destiny.--SPEAK! Watch your words. How you speak can propel you towards your goals.--ACT! Don't sit back. Take active steps to turn your dreams into reality.Soon, you will be energized and see new possibilities. You will be able to counter adversities and develop talents unique to you. Your relationships will improve, both at work and in your personal life. All you need is this step-by-step programme to change your attitude and your life!

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Jeff Keller is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Jeff Keller has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Jeff Keller's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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This gathering brings together diverse faith traditions, yoga, meditation, and holistic wellness experts guided by the principles of peace and heart-centered living.

Spiritual Discovery at the Heart of a Spiritual Haven

The theme of the Mahotsav, "From Inner Peace to World Peace" highlights the solution for multiple conflicts we face in various aspects of our lives and emphasizes the need to resolve internal conflicts to achieve lasting global peace.

Theme of the Program

If not now, when shall we be together?If not us who shall be together?

A gathering of spiritual leaders, yogis, and wellness experts from various traditions is taking place, promoting unity and holistic wellness.

What Is Happening

Venue: The Headquarters of HeartfulnessFeatures the world's largest meditation hall Also on youtube live. [Link at last

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Immerse yourself in diverse spiritual traditions at the Global Spirituality Mahotsav, a global conference celebrating unity and enlightenment.

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Imagination is what makes us aware of our distinctiveness from nature. It is the ability to think creatively that separates us from the rest of the world. No two people can imagine the same thing, making each of us unique.
Our imagination is the driving force behind self-discovery and self-improvement. It pushes us to constantly analyze, synthesize, create, and communicate. It is our source of growth and development.
 How imagination impacts our lives: 
<ul>
<li> It distinguishes us from nature. </li>
<li> It fuels our curiosity about ourselves. </li>
<li> It inspires us to constantly strive for growth and improvement. </li>
</ul>

The Power of Imagination

Everything you can imagine is real.

Do u ever realize how powerful tool we have in our hands it is our power to imagine. Without it nothing is really possible

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How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.

Darkness cannot drive out darkness:only light can do that. Hate cannotdrive out hate: only love can do that.

To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides.

The love we give away is the love we keep.

'Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.

Love isn't something you find. Love is something that finds you.

The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt within the heart.

Love is a fire. But whether it is going to warm your heart or burn down your house, you can never tell.

Love does not consist in gazing at each other, but in looking outward together in the same direction.

Love is when the other person's happiness is more important than your own.

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Quotes about love ❤️

Ikigai = Reason of beingIkigai is the reason you wake up every morning. It is your purpose. When your ikigai is found, your life is more fulfilling and satisfying as you have found a sense of purpose and direction.

#1 Ikigai

"Your ikigai is a work in progress, because you are a work in progress. Knowing your ikigai, then, takes patience, insight, courage and honesty."

Wabi-sabi is a reminder that nothing is perfect. But, that's okay. We can find beauty in the flawed things. Wabi-sabi can help us appreciate the imperfections of life and accept the ebb and flow of life.

#2 Wabi-sabi

"The natural melancholic beauty of things imperfect"

Gaman is to persevere when faced with hardships. It is to face them with patience, determination, dignity and grace. It is about accepting the challenges of life and facing them with patience and determination. To apply gaman to life, when you are faced with hardships you can say gaman like a mantra to remind you to persevere.

#3 Gaman

"Perseverance, the secret of triumph."

Shikataganai =  "it cannot be helped" or "let it be"It is a philosophy and reminder that encourages acceptance of things we cannot control and the importance of moving forward and adapting despite the circumstances. However, this must not be used as an excuse of laziness. It encourages us to find solutions and take action where possible while accepting the limitations of our control.

#4 Shikataganai

"Let go of the things out of your control, keeping them is going to take away time from the important things."

Kintsugi is a Japanese art form that involves reparing broken pttery with gold or silver lacquer. The idea it that something broken can be made even more beautiful through repair. It represents the beauty of imperfection and acceptance of change. It means to embrace the scars and flaws in life and turn them into something beautiful.

#5 Kintsugi

"The broken pieces are what make us beautiful. Its the belief that when something has suffered damage and has history it makes it beautiful.

Shrin-yoku = forest bathingIt is the practice of spending time in nature and immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest. It improves cognitive function, creativity, and concentration. It also relieves stress and lowers blood pressure. It is a spiritual practice that connects individuals with nature. In a fast-paced world, Shinrin-yoku provides a much-needed opportunity to slow down and unplug.

#6 Shinrin-yoku

I hope you learned something from these 6 Japanese concepts. Furthermore, I hope that you will use them in your life. It may take some discipline but, remember that discipline is doing something difficult now to benefit yourself later.

Conclusion

These 6 concepts are important to life and spirituality.

Here are seven valuable lessons from Japanese culture that can empower, humble, and drastically change you.

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6 Japanese Concepts That Can Change Your Life

Todos los logros y riquezas tienen su origen en una idea

Elimina la queja de tu vida. Sitúa siempre la responsabilidad en ti y tendrás un mayor control sobre tu vida.<ul><li class="ql-align-justify">Si sientes que nada depende de ti, estarás poco motivado a hacer cosas por avanzar.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Si sientes que una parte de tu vida depende de ti, estarás mucho más motivado a hacer cosas.</li></ul>

Elimina la Queja

Nadie está preparado para algo hasta que cree que puede conseguirlo. El estado mental debe ser la convicción, no de simple esperanza o anhelo. Los anhelos no generan riqueza. Se trata de querer dinero y de estar tan decidido a tenerlo que te convenzas a ti mismo de que lo tendrás.

Estado Mental

Es un hecho demostrado que acabamos creyendo cualquier cosa que nos repitamos, sea cierta o falsa. Cada persona es lo que es por los pensamientos dominantes que ocupan su mente.Si repites suficientemente un pensamiento, el subconsciente termina aceptándolo. La mente subconsciente no distingue entre pensamientos constructivos o destructivos.

Ley de la Autosugestión

Escribe una declaración de tu propósito principal:1. Determina la cantidad exacta de dinero que quieres2. Establece lo que vas a dar a cambio3. Fija un plazo4. Crea un plan imperfecto (y empieza ya con la primera acciónLee la declaración en voz alta cada día hasta que forme parte de tu mente subconsciente.

Ejercicio

Las batallas de la vida no siempre las gana el más fuerte o rápido. Si no que, tarde o temprano, quien gana es quien piensa que puede ganar.Si crees que no puedes, así es.Aerodinámicamente, el cuerpo de una abeja no está hecho para volar. Por suerte, la abeja piensa que sí.

La opinión o visión de los demás sobre nosotros afecta a nuestro propio subconsciente, impulsándonos o frenándonos.Si tu profesor te considera inteligente (sea cierto o no), hay más probabilidades de que tu rendimiento sea bueno. Si tu jefe te considera capaz (sea cierto o no), será más probable que tu trabajo sea bueno.

Efecto Pigmalión

Tiempo - Salud - Felicidad - DineroLas riquezas son como las patas de una silla. Tu riqueza será tan alta como tu pata más corta. La calidad de tu vida no puede ser mayor a la de tu eslabón más débil.

Las 4 Grandes Riquezas

<ol><li class="ql-align-justify">Sé pensar: tener valores que guíen tu vida. Tener una brújula interior que te permita tomar decisiones y avanzar.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Sé esperar: ser capaz de pensar a largo plazo y estar dispuesto a sacrificar una parte del beneficio presente para uno mayor en el futuro.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Sé ayunar: tener capacidad para atravesar malos momentos.</li></ol>

Colecciona fuentes de ingreso. Acostúmbrate a ver como un coleccionista de fuentes de ingreso.Anota 10 ideas de posibles fuentes de ganar dinero. No importa si son buenas o malas, solo escríbelas

A veces pensamos que debemos imaginar la superidea. Y eso nos bloquea. Creemos que la idea lo es todo.Tienes una buena idea, pero alguien ya lo está haciendo. ¿Y qué? Hazlo mejor. "Alguien lo está haciendo" es la excusa universal para no hacer nada.La idea no es lo importante. Importa que la lleves a la práctica.

¿Se Necesita una Superidea?

Las personas que triumfan toman las decisiones con rapidez y, si cambian de opinión, lo hacen muy lentamente. Quienes fracasan lo hacen al revés.La mayoría de nosotros esperamos el «momento oportuno>> para hacer algo que merezca la pena. No esperes. Nunca llegará el «momento oportuno». Empieza desde donde estás y aprovecha las herramientas que tengas a mano. Mejor hecho que perfecto. Hacer el 50% es mucho mejor que no hacer nada.

Indecisión y Postergación

A la mayoría de las personas que no logran ganar suficiente dinero para sus necesidades generalmente les influyen mucho las opiniones de los demás. Las opiniones son el producto más barato de la tierra. Si las opiniones te influyen a la hora de tomar decisiones, no conseguirás transformar tu deseo en dinero.Sigue tu propia corazonada cuando pongas en práctica los principios de este libro, toma tus propias decisiones y aférrate a ellas.

Toma tus Propias Decisiones

Si sabes claramente lo que quieres, es mucho más probable que lo consigas. El mundo tiene la costumbre de abrir paso a las personas cuyas palabras y acciones muestran que saben adónde se dirigen.

Si Sabes Lo Que Quieres, Puedes Conseguirlo

La falta de perseverancia es una de las causas principales del fracaso. La facilidad con la que puedas superar este obstáculo dependerá, totalmente, de la intensidad de tu deseo.El punto de partida de cualquier logro es el deseo. Tenlo siempre presente.Tu entusiasmo indicará con claridad cuánto, o cuán poco, deseas ganar dinero. Si ves que sientes indiferencia, sabrás que todavía no has adquirido la «consciencia del dinero», algo imprescindible antes de poder ganar una fortuna.

El Punto de Partida de cualquier Logro es el Deseo

Consiste en imaginar que tienes reuniones con personas que admiras, para que te transmitan sus principios y consejos. Con esta técnica puedes reconfigurar tu carácter.<ol><li class="ql-align-justify">Decide quiénes serán tus tres consejeros imaginarios. Lo único que importa es que a ti te inspiren.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Describe qué cualidades quieres aprender de cada uno.</li><li class="ql-align-justify">Antes de dormir, durante cinco minutos, cierra los ojos y visualiza cómo te reúnes con tus consejeros para recibir sus consejos e inspiración.</li></ol>

Los Consejeros Invisibles

Para triumfar deberás superar tus tres mayores enemigos: la indecisión, la duda, y el miedo.La naturaleza le ha otorgado al ser humano el control absoluto sobre una sola cosa, y son sus pensamientos. Este hecho, junto con la realidad de que todo lo que creamos empieza con un pensamiento, nos acerca al principio con el que podremos controlar el miedo.

Principales Enemigos

Para protegerte de las influencias negativas debes reconocer que tienes fuerza de voluntad y tienes que usarla constantemente, hasta que construya un muro de inmunidad contras las influencias negativas de la mente.Reconoce el hecho de que tú, como cualquier otro ser humano, eres perezoso, indiferente y susceptible a todas las sugestiones que armonicen con tus debilidades.Reconoce que eres susceptible a los miedos y que tienes que crear unos hábitos para contrarrestarlos.

El Otro Mal: la Susceptibilidad a las Influencias Negativas.

Solo tienes un control absoluto sobre una cosa: tus pensamientosEl control de la mente es el resultado de la autodisciplina y el hábito. O controlas tu mente o ella te controla a ti. No hay punto medio. El método más práctico para controlar la mente es mantenerla ocupada con un propósito definido que lograrás con un plan concreto

Controla tus Pensamientos

La vida es una partida de ajedrez, y tu oponente es el tiempo. Si dudas antes de hacer un movimiento, o no mueves las piezas con rapidez, el tiempo te vencerá. Juegas contra un oponente que no tolera la indecisión.

EDICIÓN COMPLETAMENTE REVISADA Y ACTUALIZADA El clásico de Napoleon Hill comentado y completado por Carlos Galán. La riqueza y el crecimiento personal están al alcance de todas aquellas personas que lo desean; basta simplemente con desvelar un secreto, el secreto del éxito. Napoleon Hill lo descubrió y lo plasmó en este libro, reproducido aquí íntegramente, hace más de ochenta años.Sus enseñanzas sobre el éxito económico y particular han perdurado hasta nuestros días. Solamente faltaba que alguien las adaptara y actualizara para los lectores del XXI. El economista Carlos Galán (autor de Independízate de Papá Estado) ha completado así el clásico de Hill con ejercicios y nuevos capítulos para entenderlas y ponerlas en práctica.Este es un libro imprescindible para cualquier persona que desee verdaderamente cambiar y tomar las riendas de su vida. CUALQUIERA PUEDE HACERLO. POCOS LO HARÁN. ¿LO HARÁS TÚ? Robert T. Kiyosaki ha dicho... «Un libro excelente. Si aprendes a hacer que el dinero trabaje para ti, tu vida será más sencilla y feliz.»

Discover the world of business and economics.

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Ever wondered how life would be if we could condition our minds to Think and Grow Rich? Author Napoleon Hill claims to have based this book on twenty years of rigorous research on the lives of those who had amassed great wealth and made a fortune. Observing their habits, their ways of working and the principles they followed, Hill put together laws and philosophies that can be practiced in everyday life to achieve all-round success. The narrative is rich with stories and anecdotes, which not only inspire, but also show a way forward to take action. After all, riches are not just material, but also pertaining to the mind, body and spirit.  Having sold more than fifteen million copies across the world, this book remains the most read self-improvement book of all times!

Oliver Napoleon Hill was an American self-help author. He is best known for his book Think and Grow Rich, which is among the best-selling self-help books of all time. Hill's works insisted that fervid expectations are essential to improving one's life.

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Piense y hágase rico

"Numbing the pain for a while will make it worse when you finally feel it."

“Things we lose have a way of coming back to us in the end, if not always in the way we expect”

I am what I am, an’ I’m not ashamed. ‘Never be ashamed,’ my old dad used to say, there’s some who’ll hold it against you, but they’re not worth bothering with.

“If you want to know what a man’s like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals”

“Books! And cleverness! There are more important things! — Friendship! And Bravery!”

"You look in excellent health to me, Potter, so you will excuse me if I don’t let you off homework today. I assure you that if you die, you need not hand it in"

"We're all human, aren't we? Every human life is worth the same, and worth saving."

"When in doubt, go to the library."

"Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only one remembers to turn on the light."

“Anything’s possible if you’ve got enough nerve.”

“It is impossible to manufacture or imitate love”

"Of course it's happening inside your head, Harry. Why should that mean that it's not real?"

“No story lives unless someone wants to listen. The stories we love best do live in us forever. So whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home.”

Presenting to you...the best of the best Harry Potter Quotes that made it worth rewatching.

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Let's clarify the difference between a habit and a routine, a common confusion. A habit is an automatic action, like brushing your teeth, done without thought. A routine, however, requires conscious effort and involves a sequence of actions, like a morning ritual of yoga, showering, and breakfast. While routines can foster new habits, habits can also integrate into routines, both aiding in creating a structured and efficient daily life.Now discover <a href="https://productive.fish/blog/how-to-build-a-habit/">how to build a habit</a>!

Routine Vs Habit

Begin with manageable steps. Leo Babauta advises, "Make it so easy you can't say no." Start small, like opting for a five-minute daily walk to become more active, rather than a longer jog. These small actions seamlessly integrate into your routine, gradually becoming automatic and stronger habits.

Start Small

Consistent small efforts outperform sporadic large ones. For instance, reading for 15 minutes regularly is more beneficial than unpredictable, lengthy sessions. This consistency strengthens neural pathways, making actions more automatic and easier to form into habits. It’s key to schedule manageable sessions, like a brief daily reading time, ensuring regularity leads to routine.

Practice Consistently

To ensure you're keeping up with your habits, tracking progress is essential. You have the option of using traditional paper trackers or exploring <a href="https://productive.fish/blog/habit-tracking/#best-habit-tracker-apps">habit tracking apps</a> from our recommended collection. Experiment with both to find the method that best suits your needs.

Track the Process

Shift your perspective from what you "have to do" to what you "want to do" to leverage the reward-loving part of your brain. For instance, if you aim to wake up earlier, use your favorite music as an alarm. Or, to reduce evening screen time, swap it for reading a captivating book in a cozy spot. Transforming habits into enjoyable activities significantly boosts the likelihood they'll integrate seamlessly into your routine.

Make It Attractive

For more tips read the original article "<a href="https://productive.fish/blog/how-to-build-a-habit/">How to Form a Habit that Sticks</a>"

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