“When you’re comfortable, and life is behaving in ways that are preferable to you, your brain can release chemicals like dopamine and serotonin, which lead to feelings and sensations that are perceived as good,” Scott Trettenero <a href="https://www.psychreg.org/comfort-zone-personal-growth/">The Comfort Zone and Personal Growth</a>

Comfort Is The Devils lettuce! 

It’s killing you slowly . And it’s often untraceable .It’s your comfort zone — and stepping outside of it is key to discovering your passion, accomplishing your goals, and finding happiness .But it’s not so bad, right? I mean, you’re comfortable, so you must be happy?If only it worked out that way. Unfortunately, the longer you stay within your comfort zone, the less happy you tend to be.

Identify

Without the proper motivation, we’re willing to stay in a situation that doesn’t make us completely happy , for fear that the discomfort we’ll feel by stepping outside of our current circumstances will be greater than the discontent we feel now, however unfulfilled we are.But by not stepping outside of your comfort zone, you’re costing yourself three of the greatest gifts life has to offer.One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again.

Motivate

In life, you’re either growing or dying. That might seem a bit exaggerated — and it is — but it’s not meant to be taken literally.The primary ingredient for a happy life very well may be progress, as recent positive psychology studies have pointed towards. Shawn Achor, positive psychologist and author of <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Advantage-Principles-Psychology-Performance/dp/0307591549">The Happiness Advantage </a>, refers to happiness as “the joy you feel moving towards your potential.”Growth is about progress .Progress is about movement .

Grow or perish

The trick is, to making it a habit of stepping outside of yourself and growing consistently.Try these 3 basic steps for developing the strength to step outside of your comfort zone –habitually:<ol><li>Make a procrastination list: Make a list of tasks you’ve been procrastinating on.</li><li>Do one (or more) of the smallest items on your list: If you’re afraid of calling someone and telling them how you feel. Make the smallest simplest task easy. </li><li>Keep taking steps: By doing that simple task, and stepping outside your comfort zone ever so slightly, you gain energy and confidence.  </li></ol>

Execute

“Comfort is the enemy of progress.”― P.T. Barnum

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Stepping outside your comfort zone is key to discovering your passion and finding happiness. Learn how to beat it with three simple steps.

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Comfort can kill you! Why you should pay attention. 

First principles thinking is the most powerful framework for for problemsolving that requires deconstructing complex problems down to its foundational elements. It is the fundamental building block of an idea, an indivisible part that we know to be true and we can use that part to build more complex ideas.

What Is First Principle Thinking ?

First principle thinking is built on the idea that If the simple parts that make up a complex whole are good and true, then the complex whole must be good and true as well. Similarly if all the components used in the making of a car are top class then the performance of the car would be outstanding as well.

How Does First Principle Thinking Works ?

To become a first principle thinker start by questioning your beliefs and notions about that problem. Here's how it can be achievedSocratic Questioning: You can use a technique called Socratic Questioning, which is inspired from famous Greek philosopher Socrates. It involves a cycle of seeking knowledge through experience and using reason. <ul><li>What is the problem I am trying to solve?</li><li>What do I know to be true about this problem?</li><li>Why do I believe these “truths” to be true? How do I know they are true?</li><li>Check out complete list of questions here: <a href="https://computingnirvana.com/how-to-be-a-first-principles-thinker/">Socratic Questions</a></li></ul>

How to become a first principle thinker ?

Like Elon Musk, learn how you can leverage First principles thinking and if interested dive deeper into the world of <a href="https://computingnirvana.com/">Computing Nirvana</a>.Follow the Computing Nirvana channel on WhatsApp: <a href="https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va5a3ucGZNCwdSmbRw3V">click here</a>

Learn How Elon Musk Leveraged First principle Thinking

Ability to make a decision is a superpower and the chief enemy of a good decision is lack of sufficient perspective on a problem

First principles thinking is the most powerful framework for for problems olving that requires deconstructing complex problems down to its foundational elements

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Sometimes we feel as if we've done the right thing, but still feel like we've made a big mistake. The song "Rhythm Redux" tells the aftermath of a trying actor choosing to go to his friends wedding over a callback for a big film, but no one really noticed him at the wedding, so he feels like he made the wrong choice. And the rest of the song is a battle between his desires and his morality, fighting between doing what's right and what feels good.

Making Hard Decisions 

"Thomas: I'm saying if I made the right choice Why don't I feel right?Patton (Morality): you may not tonight, but in time you... might?Thomas: I don't know I think this feelings here to stay..."Ahhh, this is a familiar feeling right? I feel like we all have had this at one point or another. Kind of catch-22 situation where there is a big decision to be made, but none of the options seem good. I'll be darned if I do, and darned if I don't.

Doing What's Right Sometimes Feels Wrong

This is shown more in their full episode "Putting Others First - Selfishness vs. Selflessness Redux", (go watch it it's great!) But their main point was that while it's great to put others first, you shouldn't lose yourself in the act, and you can't help others if you're not even taking care of yourself. But it says that the world is a messy place and you can't be a perfect friend no matter how hard you try, and as long as you try to communicate with the involved parties, you can be a bit selfish.

Morals vs. Altruism

Selfishness is not an inherently bad thing, it's just a matter of balance. Obviously too much selfishness is bad, and makes you seem self centered and unsympathetic. But too much selflessness is also bad, making it seem like others control your life, and you're not taking charge. It's your life not anyone else's.

All Things In Moderation, Even Selfishness

Selfishness gets a bad rap, because most people just associate the overabundance of it with the pure concept. It's bad to be a selfish person who always puts their needs above others, but you should put yourself first a considerable amount of the time. it's healthy to give yourself a little treat occasionally, and as long as you aren't brash or haughty about it, it's just a normal part of being human.

Selfishness Or Self Care?

Sanders Sides is a video series created by Thomas Sanders. (Character) Thomas deals with mental health through talking with different sides of personality. There is a lot in these episodes that you can learn about mental health, dealing with conflict, and learning more about yourself everyday.

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Start by setting clear, meaningful goals. Understand what truly matters to you, and align your tasks and activities with your long-term objectives. This will give your time management purpose and direction.

Prioritize with Purpose

Utilize a well-structured planning system, whether it's a to-do list, a digital calendar, or a combination of tools. Create a daily, weekly, and monthly plan that includes both work and personal tasks.

Plan Wisely

By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail."

Make your goals Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART). This ensures your goals are clear and attainable, helping you stay focused.

Set SMART Goals

Identify common distractions in your work environment and take proactive steps to minimize them. This might involve setting specific "focus time" and creating a clutter-free workspace.

Eliminate Distractions

Learn to decline requests and commitments that don't align with your priorities. Polite yet firm communication is key here. (But remember it's okay to enjoy yourself, mental health is important)

Master the Art of Saying No

Group similar tasks together and allocate specific time blocks to work on them. This approach enhances your efficiency and minimizes context switching.

Batch Tasks and Time Blocks

"You will never find time for anything. If you want time, you must make it."

Reflect on your time management strategies regularly. What's working? What's not? Be open to adjusting your methods as your goals and circumstances evolve. Remember it's okay if it's not perfect, everything takes time!

Regularly Review and Adjust

Mastering time management is an ongoing journey. Factor these steps to your unique needs and continuously add your approach for optimal results

Boss Of Time Management!

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I try to implement at least a few things from a non-fiction book that I read. Here are a few I try to implement from the book The Daily Stoic:
<ul>
<li>Cold Showers</li>
<li>It's Ok To Not Know Everything</li>
<li>Luck And Prepara</li>
<li>Do, but Not To Impress Someone</li>
</ul>

My Takeaways - The Daily Stoic

There's this ideology about being prepared to withstand any difficult situations and one way is to get used to hardship. I take at least 1 cold shower in a month. This may seem easy but consciously choosing to do so is where it is difficult. It also let's you appreciate the comforts we take for granted so easily. There are few other suggestions in the book to try walking on barefoot for a day, try living out of ₹50 - ₹100 (about a dollar's worth money) for a day.

Cold Showers

It is impossible for a person to begin to learn what he thinks he already knows. Have accepted the fact that I didn't know about many things at work and life in general.It is humbling and that's the reality too, we don't know about many things in life. When we accept this we give room to learn.

It's Ok To Not Know Everything 

You can prepare yourself to get lucky by focusing on doing the right thing at the right time - and, ironically, render luck mostly unnecessary in the process. Luck happens when Preparation meets Opportunity. Luck is a by-product when the Preparation is there.

Luck And Prepara

People whose opinion we covet are not all that great. They're flawed, distracted and wowed by all sorts of silly things themselves. We know this and yet we don't want to think about it. Impressing someone has become the least of priorities. Just do what you can, with what you have, from where you are. Being good enough is good enough.

Do, but Not To Impress Someone 

My Takeaways from the book The Daily Stoic 

From the team that brought you The Obstacle Is the Way and Ego Is the Enemy, a beautiful daily devotional of Stoic meditations—an instant Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. Why have history's greatest minds—from George Washington to Frederick the Great to Ralph Waldo Emerson, along with today's top performers from Super Bowl-winning football coaches to CEOs and celebrities—embraced the wisdom of the ancient Stoics? Because they realize that the most valuable wisdom is timeless and that philosophy is for living a better life, not a classroom exercise. The Daily Stoic offers 366 days of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the playwright Seneca, or slave-turned-philosopher Epictetus, as well as lesser-known luminaries like Zeno, Cleanthes, and Musonius Rufus. Every day of the year you'll find one of their pithy, powerful quotations, as well as historical anecdotes, provocative commentary, and a helpful glossary of Greek terms. By following these teachings over the course of a year (and, indeed, for years to come) you'll find the serenity, self-knowledge, and resilience you need to live well.

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Ryan Holiday is media strategist for notorious clients like Tucker Max and Dov Charney. After dropping out of college at 19 to apprentice under the strategist Robert Greene, he went on to advise many bestselling authors and multi-platinum musicians. He is the Director of Marketing at American Apparel, where his work in advertising was internationally known. His strategies are used as case studies by Twitter, YouTube, and Google, and have been written about in AdAge, the New York Times, Gawker, and Fast Company. He is the author is *Trust Me, I'm Lying: Confessions of a Media Manipulator*, which is due out in July. He currently lives in New Orleans, with his rebellious puppy, Hanno.

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Stephen Hanselman is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Stephen Hanselman 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. Stephen Hanselman's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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No matter where you are in life, celebrate it. It’s either a product of your growth, or a place that will help you to grow. Cheers to today.

“No matter where you are in life, celebrate it.”

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Below, you can find the quotes I liked from the book 'The Almanack of Naval Ravikant.'

Quotes

If you have nothing in your life, but one person that loves you unconditionally, it'll do wonders for your self esteem.

One Supportive Per

Reading is faster than listening. Doing is faster than watching

Action 

Wisdom is knowing the long-term consequences of your actions.

Wisdom 

The moment you tell somebody something dishonest, you've lied to yourself.

Honesty 

Our lives are a blink of a firefly in the night. Make the most of every minute.

Impermanence 

Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want.

Desire 

To make an original contribution, you have to be irrationally obsessed with something.

Obsess

Most of our suffering comes from avoidance.

Suffering 

Before you can lie to another, you must first lie to yourself.

There is actually nothing but this moment.

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Quotes from the book The Almanack of Naval Ravikant

Getting rich is not just about luck; happiness is not just a trait we are born with. These aspirations may seem out of reach, but building wealth and being happy are skills we can learn. So what are these skills, and how do we learn them? What are the principles that should guide our efforts? What does progress really look like? Naval Ravikant is an entrepreneur, philosopher, and investor who has captivated the world with his principles for building wealth and creating long-term happiness. The Almanack of Naval Ravikant is a collection of Naval's wisdom and experience from the last ten years, shared as a curation of his most insightful interviews and poignant reflections. This isn't a how-to book, or a step-by-step gimmick. Instead, through Naval's own words, you will learn how to walk your own unique path toward a happier, wealthier life.

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"The Elephant in the Brain: Hidden Motives in Everyday Life" is a thought-provoking book by Kevin Simler and Robin Hanson that explores the hidden motives and unconscious behaviors that drive human decision-making and social interactions:
<ol>
<li>Hidden Motives</li>
<li>Self-Deception</li>
<li>Social Status</li>
<li>Altruism and Charity</li>
<li>Hypocrisy</li>
<li>Self-Interest in Relationships</li>
<li>Education</li>
<li>Healthcare</li>
<li>Art and Entertainment</li>
<li>Religion</li>
</ol>

Top 10 key insights we can gain from "The Elephant in the Brain."

Much of human behavior is driven by hidden motives, and we often deceive ourselves about our true reasons for doing things."We frequently fool ourselves, taking our own explanations seriously and at face value when, in fact, they are just stories, rationalizations for our actions."

1. **Hidden Motives**:

Humans are experts at self-deception, constructing plausible explanations for their actions that mask their true, often self-interested, motives. "Our minds consist of a multitude of subagents, each with its own agenda and motives, which can often conflict with one another."

2. **Self-Deception**:

A significant driver of human behavior is the pursuit of social status, as we engage in various activities to signal our value to others."We are status-seeking animals. Everything we do, we do in part because we want others to think well of us."

3. **Social Status**: 

Acts of altruism and charity often have hidden motives, including the desire for social recognition and admiration. "Charitable acts are often more about the giver than the recipient, as they serve as signals of generosity and benevolence."

4. **Altruism and Charity**:

We frequently condemn certain behaviors in others while engaging in similar behaviors ourselves, a phenomenon known as hypocrisy. "We are often quick to spot hypocrisy in others but are blind to our own hypocrisy."

5. **Hypocrisy**:

Even in romantic relationships, self-interest plays a significant role as individuals seek to maximize their own well-being. "In romantic relationships, we often prioritize our own interests, even if we claim to be completely selfless."

6. **Self-Interest in Relationships**: 

One of the hidden functions of education is to signal intelligence and conformity rather than solely to acquire knowledge. "Education serves as a signal of intelligence and conformity, often more so than as a source of practical knowledge."

7. **Education**: 

Much of healthcare spending is driven by signaling concerns as people seek to demonstrate their commitment to their well-being. "Our health behaviors are often about signaling that we care for our health rather than achieving optimal health outcomes."

8. **Healthcare**:

Art and entertainment can serve as signals of creativity, intelligence, and social identity. "Our preferences for art and entertainment are influenced by the desire to signal our unique tastes and cultural affiliations."

9. **Art and Entertainment**: 

Religious practices can be driven by the desire to signal moral values and commitment to the community. "Religious rituals often serve as signals of moral righteousness and social conformity."

10. **Religion**:

Political beliefs and affiliations are often driven by the desire to signal one's identity and values to a particular social group. "Political ideologies are frequently used as badges to signal allegiance to a particular social tribe."

11. **Politics**: 

Language is a powerful tool for signaling social and intellectual prowess. "Our choice of words, vocabulary, and eloquence in communication can be used to signal our intelligence and social status."

12. **Language and Communication**: 

Many consumer choices are made to signal one's wealth and social status to others.
"Consumerism is often about displaying one's economic success and social standing through material possessions."

13. **Consumerism**:

Conforming to social norms and groupthink can lead to irrational and suboptimal decisions. "Our desire to fit in with a group often leads us to make irrational decisions and conform to collective beliefs."

14. **Groupthink**:

The book suggests that our economic and political systems are shaped by these hidden motives, with implications for policy and societal change. "Understanding our hidden motives can help us design better economic and political systems that align with our true desires and incentives."

15. **Economic and Political Systems**: 

"The Elephant in the Brain" provides valuable insights into human behavior, shedding light on the often-hidden forces that drive our decisions and interactions. It encourages readers to look beneath the surface and question their own motivations and the motives of others in various aspects of life.

Human beings are primates, and primates are political animals. Our brains, therefore, are designed not just to hunt and gather, but also to help us get ahead socially, often via deception and self-deception. But while we may be self-interested schemers, we benefit by pretending otherwise. The less we know about our own ugly motives, the better - and thus we don't like to talk or even think about the extent of our selfishness. This is "the elephant in the brain." Such an introspective taboo makes it hard for us to think clearly about our nature and the explanations for our behavior. The aim of this book, then, is to confront our hidden motives directly - to track down the darker, unexamined corners of our psyches and blast them with floodlights. Then, once everything is clearly visible, we can work to better understand ourselves: Why do we laugh? Why are artists sexy? Why do we brag about travel? Why do we prefer to speak rather than listen? Our unconscious motives drive more than just our private behavior; they also infect our venerated social institutions such as Art, School, Charity, Medicine, Politics, and Religion. In fact, these institutions are in many ways designed to accommodate our hidden motives, to serve covert agendas alongside their "official" ones. The existence of big hidden motives can upend the usual political debates, leading one to question the legitimacy of these social institutions, and of standard policies designed to favor or discourage them. You won't see yourself - or the world - the same after confronting the elephant in the brain.

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Kevin Simler is a writer and software engineer currently living in Brooklyn, NY. He's worked for ten years as a programmer, product designer, and engineering director, and continues to advise startups about technology, leadership, and recruiting. 

Kevin Simler

Robin Hanson is an associate professor of economics at George Mason University and a research associate at the Future of Humanity Institute of Oxford University. He has a doctorate in social science, master's degrees in physics and philosophy, and nine years of experience as a research programmer in artificial intelligence and Bayesian statistics. With over 3100 citations and sixty academic publications, he's recognized not only for his contributions to economics (especially, pioneering the theory and use of prediction markets), but also for the wide range of fields in which he's been published. He is the author of The Age of Em: Work, Love, and Life when Robots Rule the Earth (OUP 2016).

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The Elephant in the Brain

Let's get to know why some people Excel at certain fields while most of us can't

Why Some Are Good At Something 

To excel in one field depends on the time you Invest in that field. The more hours you hustle,learn,think in that field the more you start understanding the mechanics of that field.

The Time They Put In 

The more you play that game,the more you start improving in that game but there comes a point at which we come to a saturation point after which no improvement is seen. To overcome this,we need need to either start playing with different tactics, different mindsets,even start taking help from others (multiplayers

Think That Field As Game :

The more we are exposed in that field the more we are ready to face any situation that would seem difficult to another person getting exposed to it for the first time. "Never get demotivated when you can't do something because if you knew it,then why are you learning ?

The More Exposure The Better 

Everyone knows at little bit that in which thing they are good at because no one knows our mind and body more than ourselves. You can never lie with yourself. The plus point can be anything - such as a hobby,your curiosity,your observation skills anything and try to inculcate them in your field of interest. Try to combine both of them in any way possible.

Try To Understand Your Plus Point 

"Only one push in the right direction is enough to start the dominos effect of your life "

One proper idea can literally shape anyone's future 

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The only difference between us and a successful man 

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