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Episode 3162:
In Genevieve V. Georget's thought-provoking piece, "WHAT IF MY SMALL DREAMS ARE MY GREATNESS?" she explores the profound realization that true greatness may not lie in grand, world-altering achievements but in the small, everyday actions and decisions that define our lives. Georget's narrative weaves through her personal journey of self-acceptance and the transformative power of recognizing the significance in the seemingly insignificant, challenging us to redefine what it means to lead a meaningful life.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.alifeinprogress.ca/small-dreams-greatness/
Quotes to ponder:
"Your dreams aren’t big enough." Those were the words that shattered my heart.
"What if those dreams of mine ARE my greatness? What if the small things are the big things?"
"A life filled with runny noses and carpools and supportive phone calls to friends and piles of dishes, THAT TOO, IS HOLY GROUND."
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Episode 3161:
Discover practical strategies to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle in Misty's enlightening guide on WomenWhoMoney.com. This episode explores simple, yet impactful financial changes that empower you to save effectively and gain control over your finances, fostering a life of less stress and more security.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/saving-money-living-paycheck-to-paycheck/
Quotes to ponder:
"Taking control of your finances starts with understanding where your money is going."
"Save first, then spend. Make it your mission."
"Automation is a powerful tool that can transform your finances by growing your savings on autopilot."
Episode references:
The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808
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Episode 3160:
Stephen Guise introduces the Protection Principle in his article, demonstrating a potent motivation technique that thrives without reliance on willpower or habits. By aligning reason and desire through a need to protect something valuable - whether it's health, family, or a business - this principle taps into deep emotional and biological drives, making it an enduring source of motivation.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://minihabits.com/the-protection-principle-a-motivation-technique-that-always-works/
Quotes to ponder:
"There is one motivation technique that works better than any other, and it can last a very long time."
"The protection principle takes effect when you have something to protect."
"You just have to set up something worth protecting."
Episode references:
"Motivation: What It Is, How It Works, and Where to Find It" Podcast Episode on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motivation-what-it-is-how-it-works-and-where-to-find/id1067688314?i=1000648785464
Books by Mark Manson: https://markmanson.net/books
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Episode 3159:
Joel Zaslofsky's piece, featured on BecomingMinimalist.com, explores the joyful practice of becoming "easily fascinated." Zaslofsky illustrates through personal anecdotes how adopting a mindset focused on wonder and curiosity enhances our interactions and relationships, making us more generous, grateful, and valued by others. Embrace the overlooked miracles of everyday life and discover how a shift in perspective can enrich your existence.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/fascinating/
Quotes to ponder:
"The invariable mark of wisdom is to see the miraculous in the common." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
"People who seem to constantly find joy in us and the world around us are almost always more enjoyable to be with."
Episode references:
Emilie Wapnick's TED Talk: How to Be Everything - https://www.ted.com/talks/emilie_wapnick_why_some_of_us_don_t_have_one_true_calling
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Episode 3158:
Marc Chernoff of MarcAndAngel.com guides us on a journey to peace by advising what to let go of, including old regrets, the desire for a pain-free life, and materialistic measures of success. Embrace the changes and challenges as opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.marcandangel.com/2012/12/28/8-things-you-must-give-up-to-find-peace/
Quotes to ponder:
"Peace cannot be kept by force; it can only be achieved by understanding."
"You rarely fail for the things you do. You fail for the things you don’t do, the business you leave unfinished, the things you make excuses about for the rest of your life."
Episode references:
Books by Marc & Angel: https://www.marcandangel.com/book/
The Power of Now: https://a.co/d/7CqI66R
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Episode 3157:
Steve Pavlina shares a straightforward but powerful approach to personal development in his article "Add the Best; Drop the Worst." Pavlina encourages readers to introspect and identify one superlative habit to adopt and one detrimental habit to eliminate. This method promises significant life improvements over time by focusing on small, manageable changes.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2013/06/add-the-best-drop-the-worst/
Quotes to ponder:
"Add the best. Drop the worst."
"Choose simple habits with clear and crisp boundaries."
"If you hit the snooze and got up at 5:10 am, you failed. If you’re vertical before the clock hits 5:01 am, you succeeded. No room for doubt."
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