Day 64 – Compound Your Interest
In the pursuit of personal growth, we often confront a frustrating paradox: some actions come naturally, while others feel insurmountable, like scaling a mountain in ill-fitting shoes. Why is it that we can dive headfirst into certain tasks, yet others drain us before we’ve even begun? The answer lies in how our brains perceive effort […]
Day 33 – Shorten the Defeat Cycle
Day 33. I’ve been thinking a lot about the cycle we go through when we fail. It’s something we all know all too well. We set out with big plans, we’re pumped, and then… we fall short. Suddenly, we’re in this strange place where our hopes and the reality of our results are in two […]
Day 266 – Circumstance is Contextual but Not Certain
Today is my birthday, and I was born into a certain circumstance. I had no control, influence, or say in the matter. I entered the world and was dealt my hand of cards, and that was the way it was. I do not remember the moment, but according to my mother, I was not very […]
Day 264 – What is Possible in 100 Days?
So, 264 days ago, I set out on a commitment to accomplish a great feat. I made a deal with myself, the universe, and God that I would keep a certain commitment every day in return for accomplishing something amazing. Well, I achieved that great feat 216 days into the commitment. This particular feat and […]
Day 244 – My First Philosophy Class
When I was in my first year of college, I was in this philosophy class. I did not do well in this class at all, apparantly you are not supposed to ask questions while studying a survey of world philosophies openly. If you are worthy, pay enough money, and attend the right schools, then you […]
Day 241 – Mimicry is Hard to Avoid
Your personality is hard to avoid. You cannot really hide who you are. Despite your best efforts, the things, the people, and the organizations you engage with will, to some extent, mimic back who you are. It is not an exact mirror reflection, but it tends to be so close that it is painfully obvious […]
Day 219 – What is Your Alter Ego?
When I was a child spending time with a group of lawyers, I learned several Latin phrases. You see, to add gravitas to their prose, lawyers often sprinkle in Latin expressions. This practice not only lends credibility but also bestows a certain stature on the attorney who can seamlessly incorporate such phrases. One such phrase, […]
Day 214 – When the Blue Jay Procrastinates
When the Blue Jay Procrastinates: Understanding Displacement Activities Have you ever found yourself inexplicably pulling weeds when a daunting task awaits? You’re not alone; welcome to the world of displacement activities. The Unavoidable Garage Clean-up Today is the day I’m finally supposed to buckle down and clean the garage. For months, it’s loomed over me, […]
Day 210 – Become an Edge Dancer
This is one of my favorite concepts, and I am collecting and returning to it frequently in my daily musings. I have collected about 30 of these concepts so far, and this one is my favorite. There are three sources of inspiration for this concept, and I will outline them below. Inspiration from Fantasy: Brandon […]
Day 187 – Stop Seeking Recognition and Seek to Improve Instead
A critical mental shift for success in life is the transition from the desire to win and be recognized to the desire to improve. Once you focus on improving, you are on the path to success. If you are blessed enough, that will come with a win and your desire for recognition. However, purely seeking […]