Self-Improvement Archives

Opportunity Lurks Where Responsibility Has Been Abdicated

Where does life’s meaning come from? What does your conscience tell you to do? Do you listen? In Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life, Jordan B. Peterson lays out his philosophy and rules for living a life of excellence in a world of hardship and chaos. Beyond Order Rule 4 is this: Notice that opportunity lurks where responsibility has been abdicated. Read more to learn why assuming personal responsibility for your life will bring you meaning and fulfillment.

How to Be a Strong Man at Work and in Relationships

Are you a man who feels weak? How can you be a strong man, emotionally and physically? A strong man embraces ownership of every aspect of his life. Specifically, Stefan Aarnio’s book Hard Times Create Strong Men argues that you must be strong in two main spheres: your work and your relationships. Find out how to be a strong man so you can thrive in these two areas of your life.

The Analects: Quotes That Illuminate the Teachings of Confucius

How well do you know what Confucius taught? What did he actually say? Confucius is one of the most famous philosophers in history. The Analects is a collection of his teachings compiled by his most devoted students, and it’s one of the foundational books of Confucianism. In it, you’ll find lessons about how to be a good learner, person, and leader. Keep reading for several The Analects quotes that shine a light on Confucianism.

Using Memory Association Techniques to Memorize Abstract Data

Do you have trouble remembering people’s names? How might you make abstract information easier to recall? We always use association, often subconsciously, to commit things to memory. In other words, we remember things in relation to each other. So, we can recall anything if we link it to another piece of information we already know. This is particularly helpful for abstract information, which is harder to remember. Read on to learn how to use memory association techniques to memorize abstract data.

Unsatisfied in Life? You Need to Take a Look at Your Values

Are you feeling unsatisfied in life? What’s preventing you from living your best life? Many people feel unsatisfied with the direction their lives are moving in because they’re not clear about their values. Your values determine who you are and what you need to know, so it’s important you understand what yours are. Let’s look at how your values impact the quality of your life.

Imagine Who You Could Be & Then Aim Single-Mindedly at That

What’s your full potential? Is there a path to reaching it, or is it just pie in the sky? Jordan Peterson believes that potential knows no bounds. In his book Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life, he challenges you to imagine who you could be, and then aim single-mindedly at that. Read more to learn about Beyond Order Rule 2 and how it can open you up to a world of possibility.

3 Effective Memorization Techniques to Recall Lists, Ideas, & More

Do you need to memorize information for school or work? Or, do you just wish you could remember people’s names and what’s on your shopping list? The Memory Book by Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas is a collection of strategies intended to teach anyone how to improve their memorization skills and recall nearly any kind of information. They provide three effective memorization techniques you can use to remember lists, abstract information, and more. Keep reading to learn three of the book’s techniques that you can put to work for you.

Stop Seeking External Validation! Here Are 3 Reasons Why

Do you feel validated by other people’s opinions of you? Why should you stop seeking external validation? It’s normal to want to try other people’s styles and hobbies if it makes you feel good. But what you shouldn’t do is adopt other people’s values. You need to come up with values on your own that reflect your desires in life. Here’s why seeking external validation will ultimately lead to an unhappy life.

Work as Hard as You Possibly Can: Beyond Order Rule 7

Do you go in too many directions at once? What could you achieve if you focused on depth rather than breadth? Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life is Jordan B. Peterson’s practical guide to navigating the chaos of today’s world and living a life of excellence. It’s a sequel to 12 Rules for Life. Beyond Order Rule 7 is this: Work as hard as you possibly can on at least one thing and see what happens. Continue reading to learn more about the value of commitment, consistency, and single-mindedness.

How to Be a Man in a Relationship: Stefan Aarnio’s 2 Tips

Are you failing to find the right person to be with? What’s the key to being a man in a relationship? In relationships, everyone has a role to play. Hard Times Create Strong Men by Stefan Aarnio discusses how to behave like a strong man in relationships so you and your partner can thrive. Here’s how to be a man in a relationship without losing yourself.