Today I had a conversation with one of my mentors and we discussed the problem of transforming others' mindsets. It is really tough to change when you are on a negative streak and feel like you can't go in the other direction. It seems like...
Imagine a day at school or college. You are loaded up on history, biology, politics, literature . . . the list goes on. These are apps, programs that your brain can use to do certain things. The problem is that we don't need many of these...
Sometimes, a change in mindset can change your world. You see things anew, filled with a light that was not there before. But the biggest change you can make is how you see opportunities. Do you see yourself fighting for them, or are you merely...
Sometimes it feels like we are stuck in the life we have. Our habits drag us forward, hour after hour. When do we have time to decide? It just seems so hard . . . So I thought a week ago. So we all think! But...
Do you ever find yourself aggravated at the world? It just won't conform to your wants! The voices, they keep ringing in your head. Stop talking, just stop it! The capitalist system is destroying your livelihood! ARGHHH! Although this is exaggerated, it underlying message is true. We get...
These people have really inspired me to get a hold on my life and really go out and pursue my goals. Not even that. These people are like ultra-boosters, like Elon Musk is to NASA. They make you want to go get shit done. Seriously,...
I've always had a problem with cardio. Every time, after five minutes or so, my body tells me to stop. And I have such a hard time resisting its urges. But recently, I've been experimenting. I've been trying out a bunch of different "mental modes"...
While I was meditating this morning, I heard a bird's call. It was beautiful. Every five seconds, I listened to its pitch and tone and smiled at its complex nature. But then it stopped. After four calls, there was no more. Yet, my mind wanted...
Have you ever failed so bad that you just wanted to hide? I did last night. I was in an interactive online coding bootcamp lecture, which had been going on for two hours at that point. We were running a bit late, and the instructor...
Does having high expectations really help you achieve your goals? I find myself conflicted with this question, wondering whether the possibility of disappointment is worth the potential for greater success. We all tend to think that aiming for the moon really does get us to the...