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What is the deception box in the book Leadership and Self-Deception? How do you know if you’re leading from the box? In Leadership and Self-Deception, the Arbinger Institute tells a story of a manager named Tom who is “stuck in the box.” However, Tom can’t escape the box unless he first realizes that he is in it, and recognizes his habit of self-betrayal. Keep reading to learn what it means to be in the deception box.
What is the power of Now? Why is it so difficult to keep your attention in the present moment, without drifting off either into the future or the past? The Now is the present moment—each individual moment in the innumerable sequence of moments that makes up our lives. Practicing the power of Now is experiencing each of these moments with your full and undivided attention, without being distracted by your internal monologue (whether that includes thoughts of your to-do list, replaying an interaction from this morning, or running commentary and analysis of the present). Here is how living in the
Do you want to know how to end a toxic relationship? What empowering steps do you need to take to prepare yourself? Deciding that it’s time to end a toxic relationship is hard in itself—but how can you follow through with it? The key is to prepare and empower yourself beforehand by finding a network of supportive people and reminding yourself why the relationship isn’t working. Here’s how to end a toxic relationship in five steps.
What does the ideal man look like? What qualities does he possess? Dr. Robert Glover and David Deida have both written books about what makes a fully realized, successful, and attractive man. Although their opinions differ in some ways, they both agree on six important qualities the ideal man must have. Here’s a look at their theories about the ideal man.
What are some easy self-care ideas for men? What are the benefits of taking the time to look after yourself? Taking good care of yourself is necessary for good mental health and healthy self-esteem. Self-care can be as simple as drinking more water throughout your day or as elaborate as taking a dream vacation—but if you’re looking for some more ideas, this article can help. Keep reading for the best self-care ideas for men.
How much time do you spend thinking about things besides what is happening in the present moment? Are you always consumed in thought to the neglect of what is happening in your immediate awareness? When you are living on autopilot, you are in a state of unconsciousness. Living in a state of unconsciousness prevents you from experiencing the bliss of who you are—your true being. Instead, it makes you identify with your ego (the thinking self) and prevents you from really connecting with everything and everyone around you. Here is how living on autopilot eats away from your happiness and
What is the meaning of the phrase “no more Mr. Nice Guy? Where did it originate? The phrase “no more Mr. Nice Guy” is a key aspect of Dr. Robert Glover’s book of the same name, but it has been around much longer than that. The meaning of the phrase “no more Mr. Nice Guy” depends on the context in which it is used. In his book, Glover offers advice for avoiding the Nice Guy mindset, which we will explain fully in this article. Find out the true meaning of “no more Mr. Nice Guy” below.
What is biohacking and how do you do it? Can you really hack your biology? What are some biohacking practices that can help enhance your health and ramp up your performance? Biohacking is a concept that gained traction in media relatively recently. Biohacking refers to the pursuit of enhanced physical health and mental performance by optimizing your lifestyle, environment, sleep, eating patterns, etc. In this article, you’ll learn how to biohack your way to optimum health with simple diet, sleep, and lifestyle modifications.
Do you often find yourself lost in thought, disconnected from what is happening in your immediate awareness? Do you live on autopilot? Being constantly consumed in thought makes us unhappy and unfulfilled. The obvious solution is being present. According to spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle, the key to living in the present moment is acceptance. When you accept the Now the way it is, your incessant thinking will subside as you’ll stop constantly wishing what could be, or ruminating about how things were. In this article, we’re going to talk about how to stay in the present moment, and how it
Why do nice guys finish last? Are so-called nice guys actually as nice as they say they are? The phrase “nice guys finish last” is often used to describe the fact that women seemingly say they go for “nice guys” but actually go for jerks. However, Dr. Robert Glover looks at this phrase in a different way, showing that so-called “Nice Guys” are often not-so-nice at all. Here’s another way of answering the question “why do nice guys finish last?”