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Do you keep falling off track with your goals? How do you keep pushing when the going gets tough? The key to achieving any goal in life is to intentionally choose behaviors that contribute to your desired outcome. This means doing things that feel hard and uncomfortable in the short term but that pay off in the long term. With this in mind, here are a few tips for achieving goals.
How do Amazon employees pitch product ideas? Should you use slides when you present? How can you respect your audience’s precious time? In The Bezos Blueprint, business communication expert Carmine Gallo explains how to improve your communication by internalizing the principles that Amazon founder Jeff Bezos uses in his writing and speaking. We’ve organized these principles into four practical tips for effective communication. Keep reading if you’re ready to become a better communicator in both writing and speech.
What exactly is “unblending” in the IFS? What is the purpose of the unblending technique? Unblending is a key concept in Richard Schwartz’s Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. The purpose of unblending is to unblend (that is, unfuse) your core Self from the parts that have taken over and reclaim control. Keep reading to learn about IFS unblending and how to practice it.
What exactly is trauma? How does trauma work, and what is its purpose? According to psychologist Benjamin Hardy, trauma is, in essence, a narrative you form in your head about a painful experience. The traumatic narrative serves a defensive purpose: to prevent you from feeling similar types of pain in the future by encouraging you to avoid similar situations. Keep reading to learn about the psychology of trauma, according to Benjamin Hardy.
Why can the Netherlands deal with flooding better than Bangladesh can? What’s the connection between economic growth and climate change? Investments in innovation and adaptation lessen the impact of climate change, but many countries lack the funds to make this investment. Consequently, Bjorn Lomborg argues that creating economic growth in poor countries is itself a promising climate policy. Keep reading to see how Lomborg arrives at this conclusion.
What is Ozempic for weight loss? How does it work? Is it worth trying out? If you’ve spent time on TikTok, you may have come across videos documenting the drastic body transformations of people using the prescription drug Ozempic for weight loss. These videos have racked up hundreds of millions of views and drummed up interest in this so-called “wonder drug.” Keep reading to learn more about what Ozempic is and how it’s being used for weight loss.
What exactly is self-leadership in Richard Schwartz’s Internal Family Systems model? How does one cultivate the virtue of self-leadership? The ultimate goal of IFS is to embody what Richard Schwartz calls “self-leadership.” Self-leadership is the state of mind characterized by calmness, curiosity, and a sense of control during challenging situations. Keep reading to learn about IFS self-leadership and its implications.
What’s a carbon tax? What difference could a global carbon tax make for the economy and the environment? Beyond general strategies to combat climate change, Bjorn Lomborg also endorses specific policies in his book False Alarm. In particular, he argues that we should implement a global carbon tax. Read more to discover the benefits of a carbon tax.
Why do we sabotage ourselves by settling for less or doing things we know hinder our progress? Self-sabotage comes from unhealthy self-narratives—or stories—you tell yourself about who you are and the events that happen to you. The narratives you tell yourself can either help you or hinder you in reaching your goal. Keep reading to learn how unhelpful narratives are formed, why they hinder your progress, and how to heal your narratives and traumas.
How do sick days work in the U.S.? Why doesn’t the U.S. have paid sick leave? The U.S. is the only nation among 22 top-wealth countries that doesn’t require employers to provide workers paid sick leave. Experts agree on the benefits of paid sick days but disagree about who should fund them. Read on to learn more about the current state of the U.S. sick leave policy.