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Do you wish things were different? Do you hang on tightly to possessions that could be gone tomorrow? The Stoic philosophers tried to manage their lives wisely. Wisdom entails applying good judgment to the way you live life so that you can stay focused on living virtuously (the ultimate goal). An attitude of taking life as it comes is part and parcel of living wisely. Read on to learn how to take life as it comes, the Stoic way.
Is work-from-home ending? What challenges do employers face? What work models should they consider? If companies decide to end work-from-home jobs, they’re advised to establish a work model that makes employees feel that their needs are respected. This means ensuring that everyone gets face time in the office—so that remote workers don’t miss out on advancement opportunities. Keep reading for advice on ending work-from-home schedules and reintroducing in-person work.
Do you do each task to the best of your ability? Are you committed to doing the right thing? The Stoic philosophers taught that people should pursue virtuous living. They saw this as both a daily imperative and a lifelong commitment. In The Daily Stoic, authors Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman explain that you should strive to do your best on each task and avoid getting sidetracked. Continue reading for the Stoics’ advice on how to practice virtue today and every day.
Are meal kits worth it? What are the pros and cons of meal subscription boxes? Who benefits the most from meal kits? Pandemic-related restrictions boosted the popularity of meal kit delivery services, but some wonder if they’re still worth the expense as society begins to normalize. In fact, innovations to the meal kit market have led to more affordable options with a greater variety than ever, and it looks like meal kits are here to stay. Read on to learn if meal kits are a good choice for you and the best services to try in 2022.
What does Anna Lembke say about addiction in modern society? How could your daily habits and activities lead to addiction? In her bestselling book, Dopamine Nation, author Anna Lembke explains how pleasure and pain motivate you to overindulge in pleasurable activities. According to Anna Lembke, addictions can take hold when you have a hard time stepping away from your favorite indulgence. Keep reading to learn Lembke’s advice for identifying daily behaviors that could lead to addiction.
Do you tend to put off important yet tedious work until the last minute? What are some ways you can make tedious tasks more bearable? One of the main reasons we struggle to get tedious tasks done consistently is that we dread doing them and thus put them off for as long as possible. In his book Effortless, Greg McKeown suggests several ways we can make our most tedious activities more enjoyable or, at the very least, more tolerable. Here’s how to turn tedium into fun.
What are the benefits of trying new things? Why should you break the rules every once in a while? In Rebel Talent, Francesca Gino explains that you should step outside your comfort zone if you want to be a true rebel. This will help you test your limits and learn about yourself so you can grow as a person. Here’s why trying new things can make you a better person.
Are you a perfectionist? What are the dangers of striving for perfection in everything you do? In the absolute sense, perfection is impossible to achieve. Therefore, striving for the abstract ideal of perfection is unhealthy as it can lead to negative outcomes such as procrastination, toxic comparisons, and burnout. Here’s how to stop being a perfectionist, according to Greg McKeown.
Do you find it difficult to relax? Do you often sacrifice rest to get more done in a day? Society teaches us that we need to be purposeful and productive at all times, so taking time for rest feels unimportant and can even cause guilt and anxiety. As a result, many people don’t know how to take a break at all, working themselves to the point of burnout. Here’s how to avoid burnout and still stay productive, according to Greg McKeown.
Why do people say reusing is important? Does reusing products help or harm the environment? With the big push to reduce, reuse, and recycle these days, people commonly wonder why reusing is important. Some experts claim that encouraging people to reuse items can result in more items in circulation, not fewer. Read on to learn why these experts say that reusing isn’t as important as you may believe.