Self-Improvement Archives

Privilege Check: An Important Self-Reflection

What does it mean to check your privilege? And how exactly do you go about doing that? You may have been told to “check your privilege” or have heard someone else being told to do this, perhaps as part of an argument. If you’re told to “check your privilege,” you’re being asked to examine how your belonging to certain social categories (e.g. race, gender, ability) has contributed to your advantageous or privileged position. Here are some things to consider as you check your privilege.

For Unconditional Happiness, Roll With the Bad

Is it possible to attain unconditional happiness? Do you think you can remain happy in spite of any challenges and misfortunes that life throws your way? According to Michael A. Singer, a spiritual teacher and the founder of the Temple of the Universe meditation center, your happiness shouldn’t be tied to external conditions that you don’t have control over. You can choose to stay happy no matter what. As paradoxical as it may sound, the key to attaining unconditional happiness is to drop resistance to the things that make you unhappy. Here is how you can achieve unconditional happiness, according

The Mental Game of Tennis: How to Be the Best

What’s the mental game of tennis? Why do you need to improve your mental game to be a great tennis player? If you’re a tennis player, you have to work on both your mental game of tennis as well as your physical game. Both aspects are an important part of your game. Read more about the mental game of tennis below.

How to Overcome the Desire for Immediate Gratification

How can the desire for immediate gratification lead to procrastination? Is it possible to overcome your aroused-state desires to pursue long-term goals? Procrastination stems from your aroused-state desires for immediate gratification. This can lead to the abandonment of long-term goals, such as pushing off your diet to have a slice of cake. However, these tendencies can be overcome. Keep reading to learn how to overcome your desire for immediate gratification.

5 Motivational Quotes From The Inner Game of Tennis

Are you looking for inspirational The Inner Game of Tennis quotes? What can the book teach you about improving your game? These The Inner Game of Tennis quotes discuss major themes of the book like the two selves, focus, and relaxed concentration. You can reference these quotes when you are working on your own mental tennis game. Keep reading for five amazing The Inner Game of Tennis quotes.

The 3 Best Ways to Stop Procrastinating

What are the best ways to stop procrastinating? How can you make your aroused state self align with your cool state self? Procrastination happens when your aroused state acts in conflict with your cool state self and you act irrationally. Although you can’t control your aroused self, you can put measures in place to guide yourself in the right direction. Continue below for the three best ways to stop procrastinating.

Start Planning for Your Future in Your Twenties

Why is planning for your future so important? How can you make sure your life plans stay on track? When you’re planning for your future, it’s important to keep your own timeline in mind. Letting time slip away is a mistake, and you’ll need to start your plan early. Read more about planning for your future in your twenties.

Tennis Mastery: Perfecting Mental and Physical Skills

Is tennis mastery possible? What do you have to do to become a great tennis player? Tennis mastery depends on two things: your physical, technical skills and techniques; and your mental state. In his book, Tim Gallwey calls this the inner game. Read more about tennis mastery and how to achieve it.

Therapy Saved Barack and Michelle’s Marriage

Why did Michelle Obama think she and Barack’s marriage was falling apart? What steps did they take to save it? When Barack Obama became an Illinois State Senator, Michelle was left to do the job of a single parent while trying to pursue her own career. This eventually put such a strain on the Obamas’ marriage that Michelle didn’t know if it would last. Keep reading to learn about Barack and Michelle’s marriage and how they managed to save it.

Self Coaching: Be Open to Learning Without Criticism

What is self coaching? How can it help you improve as a tennis player? Self coaching is the way you evaluate your game and your openness to learning. We often refer to this as coachability, but self coaching is also important. Read more about self coaching and how you can use learning to improve your game.