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The Raw Power of Forgiveness: Healing Wounds and Embracing Freedom

  1: Introduction Can you think of an instance when someone deeply harmed you? This can be a friend who broke your trust, a loved one who disappointed you, or a co-worker who undercut your efforts. In these situations, forgiveness may appear to be an impossible task. Have you ever thought about the transformational power of forgiveness? In this blog post, you will learn about the powerful impact forgiveness can have on your live, as well as the great freedom and inner peace it provides. 2: What is Forgiveness Forgiveness is often seen as an act of weakness. However, this is a skill that only the strongest and most mature people possess. Forgiveness can liberate you from a constant anger towards a person and can cure relationships. As Buddha once said: “ Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned .”. You can better understand this quote with an example: Imagine your best friend broke your trust by t...

Work Smart: Differentiating Productivity and Time Management

  1) Introduction Production and time management are often concepts that get confused with each other. It is important to distinguish them because it is important to get a balance between both. If you only focus on one of both, you will often feel stressed and be less productive even if you only focus on productivity because aside from focussing on the output, you will also need to focus on the process. In this blog post, you will further find what productivity and time management is, the differences between both and how to balance them both. At the end you will also find some practical tips on how to impelent them in your daily life. 2) Definition of productivity Productivity is a measure of the efficiency of a person, process, or system in producing output . It is often expressed as the ratio of output produced to the input of resources used to produce it, such as time, money, or labor. There is one important myth we have to get through when it comes to productivity. Pro...

Take Control: Essential Money Habits for Financial Stability

  1) Introduction Money is an essential part of our lives and how we manage it can have a significant impact on our financial well-being. Our money habits, the routines and behaviors we have around money, can be the difference between financial success and struggle . In this blog post, you will explore the importance of money habits, the 2 types of money habits and how money is correlated with hapiness.   2) Breaking bad money habits Let’s first talk about breaking bad money habits. This will be often the opposite of good money habits but this will give you insight of why it is important to break these habits. 1. Impulse spending : This is when you buy things on a whim, without thinking through the potential consequences. Impulse spending can quickly eat away at your savings and leave you with little to show for it. A good tip on how you can avoid impulse spending is by breathing 3 times before you buy something and think about if you really need it. 2. Not tracking yo...

Unleashing Wisdom: What We Can Learn From Children

  1: Introduction Have you ever watched a child at play and wondered how they manage to navigate the world with such boundless curiosity and unbridled joy? Do you still remember how long 1 hour seemed to be as a child? Children seem to possess an innate wisdom that often eludes us as adults. As we grow older, we often find ourselves tangled in the complexities of life, struggling to find contentment and clarity. But what if I told you that some of life's most valuable lessons can be gleaned from the very beings we're responsible for nurturing? 2: Misconceptions about Childhood Wisdom One common misconception is that children lack life experience, therefore their wisdom isn't applicable to the complexities of adult life. However, this notion overlooks the raw, unfiltered observations and reactions children bring to various situations. Their lack of preconceived notions can often lead to insightful solutions that adults might dismiss due to their entrenched patterns of ...

Boost Your Efficiency: Essential Productivity Hacks

  1) Introduction We all have busy lives, whether it's managing our work responsibilities or personal obligations. However, being productive is not just about getting things done, it's about getting the right things done efficiently and effectively . It is thus not only important to get your to-do list done but also to set the right priorities. Fortunately, there are several strategies and techniques that can help us become more productive, known as productivity hacks. In this blog, we will explore some of the best productivity hacks that can help you manage your time, improve your focus and concentration, communicate and collaborate effectively and take care of your physical and mental well-being. So, let's dive in! 2) Setting priorities One of the most important productivity hacks is setting priorities. When we have a lot on our plate, it's easy to become overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. Setting priorities can help us identify the most important tasks ...