The most successful people get as far as they have based partially on routine. Routines play a huge part of the success of millions of people and I imagine they always will. Over time a routine can become quite repetitive and while we are indeed progressing toward those big targets we set off in the … Continue reading Robotic States of Mind
Tag: inspirational
Operating on Values
People all around the world have heard of the importance of vision and setting goals for ourselves. Prior to this write up I've touched on a great metaphor from Arnold Schwarzenegger in my blog that relates quite well to the importance of goals where he speaks of the boat at sea with no destination. Arnold … Continue reading Operating on Values
Thinking Big
Thinking big takes courage and time. These days we find more often than not that individuals aren't accustomed to the massive stretches of time required to climb the bigger mountains that are conjured up via our desires. Approaching a new and exciting venture can be one of the most challenging things we face in life … Continue reading Thinking Big
Pavlov’s Bell
In the moment it is so easy to pass over an idea that comes to mind. If we are tied up in something when it arrives carrying on with what we are doing is likely the easiest route to take but at what cost? Not all ideas are worth while but can you imagine the … Continue reading Pavlov’s Bell
Creative Clogs
If you've got a hose spouting a steady stream of water and you plug the end with your finger the water will come to a complete stop. When your finger is removed from the end the water forces itself forward and the steady stream begins once more. So long as it is receiving a steady … Continue reading Creative Clogs
Power in Speech
The way in which we communicate throughout our day leaves a lasting impression on our internal state. You've likely heard that as humans we are creatures of habit but have you given thought to just how far this idea goes? We can spot this quite simply in the way in which we begin to brush … Continue reading Power in Speech
Marathon
I often wonder how long it took the greats in every field to really take root and start their adventures. I'm sure that some of them picked up what they wanted to do and took off with it as soon as they knew what it was they'd like to do. Others may not have been … Continue reading Marathon
A Stand-up Guy
Having a voice is a powerful thing that is sometimes overlooked. Sometimes in life we find that we are encouraged to go with the flow and accept things as they are because some things just cannot be changed, I've found that this can lead to much frustration and suffering in some cases. Even if something … Continue reading A Stand-up Guy
Alignment
When we are confronted with "opportunities" either in the workplace or when navigating the social environment, we often times find an odd pressure from some unseen force when we say "no.", especially when it comes to the work environment. It doesn't have to be this way and understanding the mechanics of living a purposeful life … Continue reading Alignment
The Water’s Surface
One must be mindful to exercise caution when carrying a full glass of water. You will find that if you are not, you'll surely lose some of the cup's contents. Grab yourself a cup and try it out yourself. Fill it generously to the brim and attempt to place it on a table. Just before … Continue reading The Water’s Surface