Self-Improvement Archives

Ultralearning Projects: How to Create Your Own

Do you want to create an ultralearning project? What do you need to do to design your first self-directed study plan and put it into motion? The five steps for creating ultralearning projects are 1) research, 2) create a schedule, 3) actualize your plan, 4) analyze your results, and 5) determine your post-project plan. Follow these steps to achieve mastery over a subject. In this article, we’ll break down the five steps to creating your first ultralearning project.

Self-Tracking: Get Your Life Back on Track

What is self-tracking? How can tracking your behavior help you get closer to your goals and improve the overall quality of your life? Self-tracking is the practice of systematically recording information about your behavior and activities. The goal of self-tracking (also known as behavior tracking) is to bring awareness to your behavioral patterns and adjust them according to your goals. Here is how self-tracking can help you make better choices and get your life back on track.

4 Ways to Keep a Positive Mindset No Matter What

Do you often find yourself stuck in negative thinking, entertaining what could go wrong, or mulling over sad memories? What are some things you can do to keep a positive mindset? Chances are, you’ve probably had someone tell you to “cheer up!” or “look on the bright side.” And while there’s no doubt they mean well, it can be difficult to keep a positive mindset at all times. Here are some simple ways to keep a positive mindset and focus on joy over negativity.

How to Improve Memory Retention: 4 Proven Strategies

Why do we forget information over time? How do you improve memory retention? While there are only theories as to why we tend to forget information over time, there are methods we can use to improve memory retention. The top techniques are overlearning, spacing, proceduralization, and mnemonics. Continue on to learn how to improve memory retention.

Ripple Effect: The Psychology of Behavior Change

What is the ripple effect in psychology of behavior change? How does making a small change in behavior can alter other aspects of your life? In the context of behavior change psychology, the ripple effect refers to how one small behavioral change. Whether positive or negative, it can have drastic changes on other aspects of your life. Read about ripple effect psychology as it relates to behavior change.

Drill Practice: Breaking Through Learning Obstacles

Are you trying to learn a new skill but having trouble with one aspect of it? How do you construct a productive drill? What challenges come with drill practice? Drill practice is when you isolate a single aspect of a skill and concentrate intensively on it. The purpose of drill practice is to maximize overall improvement and minimize overall effort. Done properly, drill practice will speed up the process of achieving the whole skill, not just one isolated aspect. Continue on to learn more about drill practice.

How to Find Your True Self: The Greenlights Philsophy

Do you want to know how to find your true self? What advice does Matthew McConaughey offer in his memoir, Greenlights? After achieving fame with A Time to Kill, Matthew McConaughey struggled to adjust to being famous. He decided to travel and go on a spiritual journey. He thought if he knew how to find himself, he’d be able to handle the pressures of being famous. Keep reading to find out how to find your true self according to Greenlights.

The Law of the Lid: The First Law of Leadership

What is the Law of the Lid? What role does this law play in organizational effectiveness? In his book The 21 Irrefutable Laws Of Leadership, Maxwell uses the Law of the Lid to convey the idea that organizational effectiveness is capped by its leader’s ability lead. This law is the first of Maxwell’s list of key leadership attributes and principles. Keep reading to learn about the Law of the Lid by John C. Maxwell plus some examples of its successful and unsuccessful application.

What to Do in Your Free Time: Rethinking Leisure

Do you feel like you waste your leisure time on unproductive activities that add neither value nor enjoyment? Wondering what to do in your free time that will be both refreshing and rewarding? Many people spend their free time on low-quality leisure activities which don’t contribute much value to their life. If you want to enjoy high-quality leisure, you need to be intentional about it and plan what to do in your free time well in advance. Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan what to do in your free time.

What Is Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation?

What is metta meditation? How can practicing it help you develop a calmer, more joyful disposition, and a more positive attitude towards life? In language of Pali, which is closely related to Sanskrit, the word metta signifies goodwill and benevolent energy. So, what exactly is metta meditation and how do you practice it? Keep reading for the answer to the question: what is metta meditation?