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What is metta meditation? How can practicing it help you develop a calmer, more joyful disposition, and a more positive attitude towards life? In language of Pali, which is closely related to Sanskrit, the word metta signifies goodwill and benevolent energy. So, what exactly is metta meditation and how do you practice it? Keep reading for the answer to the question: what is metta meditation?
What is the Law of Addition? Do you think a leader’s motivations matter? Is the end result more important than whatever happened to achieve it? The Law of Addition is the fifth law of leadership in John C. Maxwell’s book The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. The Law of Addition states that a truly great leader leads by adding value and serving others rather than climbing the ranks. Keep reading to learn about the Law of Addition plus some real-world examples of its application.
What are the top healthy eating myths that most people believe? And how did we come to believe them, especially when information is so freely available? With so much healthy eating information floating around on the web, it can be hard to sift out the truth. According to Michael Pollan, the three most prominent healthy eating myths the public tends to believe are 1) nutrients are more important than food type, 2) nutrition is complex and requires scientific explanations, and 3) eating is simply a means to a healthy body. Here are top three healthy eating myths that the food
What is online reputation management (ORM)? What are some tactics that ORM companies use to influence their clients’ online presence? Online reputation management (ORM) encompasses a number of tactics aimed at influencing an individual’s or a brand’s reputation in the online space. Usually, it involves creating new online content to knock down undesirable information further down the search results. Keep reading to learn what online reputation is and how it works.
Why is it important to take some time to be alone? What are the psychological benefits of solitude? Many people resist staying alone with their thoughts because it makes them uncomfortable or under-stimulated. However, there are significant psychological benefits of solitude which our culture tends to overlook because we place such a high value on connectivity. Keep reading to learn about the benefits of solitude.
What is the Law of the Picture? What can you, as a leader, do to encourage your employees to deliver their best performance? The Law of the Picture is one of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell. It states that effective leaders lead by example. Therefore, leaders should carefully evaluate their actions because they will be mirrored by their subordinates. Keep reading to learn about the Law of the Picture and how to put it to work for your business.
Do you want to deepen your mindfulness meditation practice? What are some ways you can integrate mindfulness into your everyday life? The ultimate goal of meditation is to be present in every waking moment, extending mindfulness into everyday life. Sitting meditation is merely practice for this ultimate goal, instilling new habits. The following exercises will help you to develop everyday mindfulness, extending it beyond your formal meditation practice.
What is the Law of Process? What do you think is more important when it comes to leadership—inherent talent or purposeful practice? The Law of Process is the third law in The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. It states that, contrary to a common misconception, leadership is not an inborn trait, but rather a skill that’s developed through frequent and consistent practice. Keep reading for more about the Law of Process by John C. Maxwell.
What is digital minimalism? How can adopting the lifestyle of digital minimalism help you connect with your values and live a happier, calmer, and more fulfilling life? Digital minimalism is a term introduced by Cal Newport in his book “Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World.” But what is digital minimalism exactly and how do you put it into practice? In this article, we will provide a brief overview of what digital minimalism is and discuss the central principles of this philosophy.
What is the Law of Explosive Growth? What can you, as a leader, do to push your business to the next level and make it succeed at increasingly higher levels? The Law of Explosive Growth is the second-to-last of The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. This law states that effective leaders look beyond themselves by developing leadership qualities in others. If you are not encouraging leadership in your subordinates, you are limiting your company’s potential for growth. Keep reading to learn about the Law of Explosive Growth by John C. Maxwell.