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What’s the key to getting rid of bad thoughts? How should you remind yourself that you’re a worthy and capable person? The High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins says that giving yourself a high five is the boost of confidence that you need every day, but sometimes negative thoughts are too loud to overcome. To challenge them, she offers a three-step process to help you. Discover how to get rid of bad thoughts and turn your day around.
Do you want to become a better version of yourself? What’s the number one way to make necessary changes in life? Change is possible, but only if you believe it is. Otherwise, you’ll never grow beyond the circumstances you’re living in. Luckily, Built Through Courage by Dave Hollis has tips to help you believe in change. Continue reading for tips on changing your current circumstances.
What is Mel Robbins’s High Five Challenge? How easy it is to improve your self-esteem? When you’ve had a tough day, it’s reassuring to know that the next day you can start from scratch. By just looking in the mirror and giving yourself a high five in the morning, you can improve your day and your confidence level. Continue reading to learn how to do the High Five Challenge, according to The High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins.
Do you feel guilty when you know you could have done more? Could you be more productive if you arranged your life differently? In The Analects, Confucius teaches that good people work hard. So, if you want to be a decent person and live a meaningful life, you must put your mind to everything you do and give it your best. Continue reading to learn about the importance of hard work in life, according to Confucius.
Do you spend your days doing work that’s not a good use of your skills? Do you spend your nights worrying that you won’t reach your potential? Psychologist Gay Hendricks asserts that genius isn’t just a matter of skill; it’s also about how you do the things you love and the depth of attention you devote to the tasks that are most satisfying to you. That’s why he recommends that you devote your time to creative work in your Genius Zone. Read more to learn how to find fulfillment in life and bring happiness to others by living in the Genius
Are your fears holding you back in life? What’s the best way to overcome your fears? Whether it’s a fear of heights, spiders, or failures, your fears are getting in the way. This is especially true for people making big changes in their lives and imagining the worst possible scenarios coming true. Learn how to overcome your fears so you won’t be afraid to move forward.
What’s the key to overcoming barriers to change? What obstacles will you face on your self-improvement journey? Changing your life for the better sounds like a great idea until you hit major roadblocks. As Built Through Courage by Dave Hollis says, these roadblocks are your biggest fears and the expectations people have for you. Discover how to knock these obstacles down so you can make the necessary changes in life.
Do you have a speaking engagement coming up? Are you nervous about it? Are you not sure you can make an impact? John C. Maxwell estimates that he’s spoken over 13,000 times throughout his career. He’s well-positioned to help you learn how to speak more confidently. In his book The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication, he shares encouragement and tips for easing your mind and coming across assuredly. Continue reading to learn how to believe in yourself and your audience when you speak.
What advice would you give to your younger self? Is it too late to learn from your past mistakes? As you grow older and wiser, you might wish you could tell your past self the things you know now. Maybe you regret not going on that date all those years ago, or maybe you wish you made a career change. Even though you can’t change the past, it’s never too late to start making better choices. Here are six pieces of advice your younger self should’ve heard, but that you can still heed today.
What’s the primary goal of public speaking? How’s it achieved? In The 16 Undeniable Laws of Communication, internationally renowned speaker John C. Maxwell shares his secrets to becoming a confident and effective communicator capable of delivering any message to any audience. He provides practical tips for achieving the primary objective of public speaking. Read more to learn how to motivate people with Maxwell’s three recommendations.