Self-Improvement Archives

Causes of Unhappiness: Csikszentmihalyi’s 2 Reasons

What are the main causes of unhappiness? Why do you need to understand what causes unhappiness before you can be happy? In his book Flow, Csikszentmihalyi says that there are two main causes of unhappiness. First, our universe is a harsh place to live in—we have to weather disasters, diseases, lack of resources, etc… On top of that, solving challenges doesn’t eradicate them forever—something new will always come up. Here’s what Csikszentmihalyi says we need to understand about unhappiness.

Courage, Compassion, and Connection—The 3 Gifts

Do you want to know more about the three values from The Gifts of Imperfection? Why does Brené Brown say courage, compassion, and connection are the gifts of imperfection? In her book The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown says that the three gifts are courage, compassion, and connection. We could never reap the values of these gifts if we all lived ideal lives. Keep reading to learn why struggles and mistakes lead to huge benefits.

Resilience in Aging: Why Old Stuff Works Better

What is resilience in aging? How can aging actually be a good thing, and help develop antifragile systems? Though as a society we’re obsessed with things that are new, older products and objects are often more effective. Antifragility develops over time, and systems—and people too—can actually get stronger as they get older. Read more about resilience with aging and its connection to antifragility.

Miracle Morning: Visualization in 3 Easy Steps

Do you picture yourself reaching your goals? What is Miracle Morning visualization, and how can it lead to results? In The Miracle Morning, Hal Elrod explains visualization and discusses what difference it can make. He provides three simple steps to make creative visualization part of your morning routine. Elrod also shows how a vision board can help you achieve success. Read more to better understand visualization and learn how to practice it.

Failure Is a Part of Success: Learn From Your Mistakes

How to Deal With Failure at Work and Build Resilience

Why is failure such an important part of success? How can reaching rock-bottom be a good thing? Failure is a part of success and the more you fail, the greater your success will be. Mark Manson, author of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, reached rock-bottom and it forced him to get creative and come up with his own means of success. Keep reading to learn why failure is an integral part of success.

The 3 Attitudes for Success and How to Cultivate Them

What does it mean to have an attitude for success? What kind of attitude sets apart a successful person? Our attitudes speak for us, broadcasting disinterest and boredom, or energy and success. If you want the latter, work on nurturing these three attitudes: 1) “I’m activated,” 2) “You are important,” and 3) “Service first.” Keep reading to learn about the three attitudes that all successful people have in common.

The Magic of Thinking Big: Book Overview

Is David J. Schwartz’s The Magic of Thinking Big book worth reading? What do you think is the main contributor to success in life? The book The Magic of Thinking Big covers a wide range of ideas on what contributes to success. At a high level, the ideas split into two categories: mindset and behavior. Here is a brief overview of The Magic of Thinking Big by David J. Schwartz.

Good Values to Have vs. Destructive Ones: How to Pick

What are some good values to have? Which values can be destructive? What are some counterintuitive good values? Defining your values is important because without values, you have no identity. Values can be both constructive and destructive and can be a determining factor in whether you’re happy or not. Keep reading to learn what some good values to have are.

Can Stress Be Good? Experts Say We Need It to Grow

Can stress be good? How can experiencing stress help us grow? According to the book Antifragile, stress can be good. We benefit from stress because it helps us perfect our systems and find better ways to live and to cope. People will naturally rise to challenges and adapt. So, can stress be good? Find out the answer below.

Who Are You? Finding Your Authentic Self With God

Are you on a journey to finding your authentic self with God? Do you feel like you’ve lost your way? In the book Everybody, Always, Bob Goff discusses the struggle that you may experience when trying to find your authentic self with God. Goff provides advice for you while you’re on your journey of self-discovery. Keep reading for Bob Goff’s advice on finding your authentic self.