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Are you happy to be alive? Are you thriving or just surviving? In Life Worth Living, Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz argue that a good life philosophy promotes existential well-being. It inspires you to take actions that make you feel good about your existence given your beliefs about the purpose and significance of life on Earth. Keep reading to learn more about the argument these three Yale professors make.
Do you believe that you’re essentially a good person? How do you measure your virtue? According to authors Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz, life is worth living when you have a good philosophy of life. A strong life philosophy promotes moral well-being—the sense that you’re generally a virtuous person—by defining right and wrong behaviors. Continue reading to learn about various perspectives on moral well-being.
Are you ready to get your life back on track? Why should you start small when making big changes? Get Your Sh*t Together delves into what it means to have your life in order. Knight provides a strategic roadmap to get there, taking a no-nonsense approach to self-improvement. Read below for a brief Get Your Sh*t Together book overview.
When you realize you’ve made a mistake, what’s the first thing you do? How do you make things better? Yale professors Miroslav Volf, Matthew Croasmun, and Ryan McAnnally-Linz wrote Life Worth Living as a guide to developing your own philosophy of life. But, even when you’re living a worthwhile and virtuous life, you’re bound to mess up. What you do next matters. Keep reading for some wisdom on how to fix your mistakes and move forward in a positive direction.
What does it mean to declutter your mind? How does disorganization prevent you from living your dream life? You’re fully capable of living the life you want, according to Sarah Knight in Get Your Sh*t Together. You just need to get your life together by figuring out what you actually care about, which is a process called “mental decluttering.” Let’s look at how mental decluttering works.
Do you have trouble getting started with new life habits? Do you lose momentum and fail to make the changes stick? Life Worth Living discusses the importance of creating your own philosophy of life. When you glean a new piece of your life philosophy, it’s important to translate your newfound values into action. This might require making changes to your life or even to yourself, which can be an intimidating prospect. Continue reading to learn how to make changes in your life, drawing on insights from economists, literary greats, and religious traditions.
How often do your emotions get the best of you? Are you in control of them, or are they in control of you? Emotions are strong. But, Dr. Julie Smith says that you can be stronger. Take control, and don’t let your emotions control you. You can take the reins by practicing mindfulness, naming your emotions, and noticing and shifting your thought patterns. Keep reading for Smith’s practical advice on harnessing your emotions.
Do you know how to set priorities? What basic human needs should every person fulfill for a satisfying life? Whether you’re running a business or simply navigating life, you might face a roadblock when every task appears to be important. Setting priorities can fix this because it ranks tasks by value, which helps you make progress day by day. Continue reading to learn how to set priorities in business and life.
Do you want to get your life together? What should you prioritize in your self-improvement journey? According to Sarah Knight, there are two parts to having your life together. Part one is about figuring out what you care about and letting go of the rest, and part two is about organizing your life. Below we’ll explain Knight’s four steps to getting your life together by focusing on what you care about.
What are emotions? When is it healthy to have challenging emotions? How aware of your own feelings are you? According to Dr. Julie Smith, the most important thing to know about emotions is that they are a normal part of the human experience. That goes for the highs and the lows. What matters most is that they match the situation. Read more to learn how to understand emotions and work with them in a healthy way.