Hannah Aster

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Hannah is a seasoned writer and editor who started her journey with Shortform nearly five years ago. She grew up reading mostly fiction books but transitioned to non-fiction writing when she started her travel website in 2018. When she's not writing or traveling, you can find Hannah working on home reno projects, crafting, or taking care of plants.

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Graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in English and minors in professional and creative writing

12 The Last Lecture Discussion Questions

Are you looking for The Last Lecture discussion questions? Do you want to see if you can take Randy Pausch’s final lecture and use it to make changes in your own life? These The Last Lecture discussion questions cover topics such as following your childhood dreams and breaking down your brick walls. They will help you better understand the lessons from Dr. Pausch’s speech and to analyze aspects of your life. Keep reading for 12 The Last Lecture discussion questions.

The Subconscious Mind: Is It Holding You Back?

Are you aware of the difference between the conscious mind and the subconscious mind? Do you have subconscious beliefs that are holding you back in life? When the subconscious beliefs in our minds are out of alignment with what our conscious minds want, we experience conflicts. The first step to getting rid of harmful subconscious beliefs is becoming aware of them. Keep reading to learn how you can get rid of the subconscious beliefs that are holding you back.

People Are Mirrors: Stop Projecting Insecurities

Do you want to stop projecting insecurities on to other people? How can our projections say more about ourselves than others? When we are annoyed by someone, we’re projecting insecurities onto them. We are seeing something in them that we hate about ourselves, or their behavior triggers a fear or insecurity we may not even know we have. These are good times to look inward and see what we can improve. Keep reading about how when you’re projecting insecurities, it can be a good opportunity to learn about yourself.

Girl, Wash Your Face Lie 7: You Can’t Improve Intimacy

Do you feel like you’re failing at your sex life? Are you looking for tips to improve intimacy with your significant other? Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis explores the 20 lies we’re told by society and that we tell ourselves and how to overcome them. Lie 7 is telling yourself that you’re “bad at sex.” But it is possible to work through your insecurities and fears and improve intimacy for yourself and your partner. Keep reading to learn how you can work to improve intimacy and to stop listening to lie 7.

Change Your Thoughts and Your Life Will Follow

Did you know that your thoughts and beliefs dictate your reality? Do you want to know how to change your thoughts and shape your own reality? When you change your thoughts, you’ll see evidence of a new life being created around you. Your job isn’t to figure out how your dreams will become reality. It’s to know what you want and be open to receiving the how. Keep reading to learn how you can change your thoughts.

Girl, Wash Your Face Lie 1: Your Happiness Isn’t on You

Do you want to know more about Girl, Wash Your Face Lie 1? Do you want to know how to make your own happiness? Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis outlines the 20 lies we tell ourselves and how to overcome them. Lie 1 is believing that something else will make you happy. However, you can’t blame your unhappiness on where you live, how you look, or any other perceived flaws in your life. If you are unhappy, it’s on you. Keep reading to learn more about lie 1 and how you can make your own happiness.

How Do You Make Progress on Goals? Be Decisive!

Do you become nervous when you’re confronted with decisions or roadblocks? Do you want to learn to be decisive and go for your goals? All too often, we pretend to be decisive—in reality, we’re just trying until it gets too hard. To be able to make a true decision about a goal, it’s critical to have a connection to Source Energy and an unwavering belief in yourself. Keep reading for tips on how to be decisive and go for it.

Girl, Wash Your Face Lie 6: “No” Is Absolute

How can listening to lie 6 from Girl, Wash Your Face hold you back from accomplishing your goals? How can you learn to overcome rejection and keep pushing for your dream? There are three main reasons people give up on their biggest dreams: a voice of authority says no, it gets too hard or takes too long, or real-life disaster gets in the way. Lie 6 in the list of the 20 lies from Girl, Wash Your Face says you should stop and give up after being told, “no.” Hollis says nothing should stop you from pursuing your goals. Keep

Why the Other Wes Moore Went to Prison

Why was the other Wes Moore in prison? What was Wes Moore’s sentence? In the book The Other Wes Moore, one Wes Moore went to prison thanks to his part in a jewelry store robbery that ended in murder. Author Wes Moore visits Wes in prison to learn how their lives took such different directions. Read on to learn more about Wes Moore, prison, and denial.

Girl, Wash Your Face: Book Club Questions

Are you looking for Girl, Wash Your Face book club questions? Do you need exercises that can help you better understand the lessons in the book and apply them to your life? These Girl, Wash Your Face book club questions will help you take the messages from Rachel Hollis’s book and apply them to your own life. While the book shares Hollis’s personal experiences, you can also learn from them. Keep reading for Girl, Wash Your Face book club questions that relate to the 20 lies we tell ourselves.