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Why is it so hard to focus? What are you missing when you get distracted? How is attention like a muscle? Daniel Goleman believes that you can improve your attention—by strengthening it with training and restoring it when it’s fatigued. First, you must understand what weakens and disrupts your attention in the first place. Continue reading to learn why it’s so hard to focus, especially these days.
Do you want to be a better parent? Why is self-compassion important in parenting? Showing self-compassion is crucial for parents. According to Kristin Neff in her book Self-Compassion, practicing self-love sets an example for your children who will model your behavior. Keep reading to learn how to be a better parent through self-compassion.
When is it better to use words of Anglo-Saxon origin rather than words of Latin or Greek origin? How should you use qualifiers? What’s parallel structure? Simplicity is the most important communication principle that Carmine Gallo discusses in The Bezos Blueprint. Simplicity is clarity: If you want your audience to understand and act on your message, keep it simple. Keep reading to learn how to write concisely and clearly so that you get your message across effectively.
Are you often distracted? Do you ever suffer from attention fatigue? Just as your body needs time to rest and recover from strenuous physical exertion, your attention needs restoration after it becomes fatigued. In Focus, Daniel Goleman provides advice on how to get your focus back. Keep reading to learn how Goleman’s recommendations can help you get back on track.
Do you always feel mentally tired? What are some things you can do to increase your mental energy so you can focus for longer and think more effectively? The best way to increase your mental energy is to eliminate the amount of information you consume. This will give you more mental bandwidth to devote to mentally taxing pursuits. With this in mind, here are some tips on how to increase mental energy and focus.
Are digital games good or bad for you? What’s an effective way to monitor your own thoughts? Focus can be trained. In his book Focus, Daniel Goleman discusses two practical (even enjoyable) ways to strengthen your various attention skills. In particular, he shows how digital games and meditation can lead to sharper focus. Continue reading for some practical advice on how to train your focus.
What is meant by “soul work”? What are some things you can do to improve your soul’s health? According to Ryan Holiday, doing soul work is the key to happiness and contentment. To begin to heal your soul, you must confront and heal your spiritual wounds, cultivate virtue, and connect to something beyond yourself. Here’s how to do soul work, according to Ryan Holiday.
What are the benefits of caring about all living beings? How does mutual care impact the Earth and the economy? In Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer claims that mutual care is important for all living beings’ wellness. She describes the ways that mutual care supports the long-term vitality of life on Earth, feelings of abundance and wealth, and a sustainable economy. Let’s dive deeper into the benefits of caring.
How do we initially realize our purpose and values? What is “meta-awareness”? Why is self-awareness easier for some? According to Daniel Goleman, self-awareness is an essential life skill. Developing an awareness of your physical and emotional sensations and accurately interpreting them is key to forming a strong sense of “self” and living a meaningful, healthy life. Continue reading to learn how self-awareness enhances your life.
How do you heal a troubled soul? What are the signs that your soul is hurting? To grow spiritually, you should first address the negativity you hold in your soul. According to Ryan Holiday, the author of Stillness Is the Key, to heal your soul, you must work on resolving your childhood trauma and releasing toxic emotions such as anger, desire, and dissatisfaction. Here’s how to reclaim your soul from toxicity and agitation.