Every time a loud motorcycle, scooter, or fat bike speeds past me too closely, I feel annoyed, convinced the drivers enjoy startling people. But just a few days ago, a man drove by on a scooter, whooping as he passed. Once again I was startled. Initially, I felt my usual irritation. Yet, I caught myself … Continue reading The Art of Seeing Things Differently.
Hi you! Have you ever felt like life is running on autopilot, with your days filled with tasks you have to do rather than things you want to do? If that resonates, you're not alone. This Thursday, I’m sharing a quick exercise that helped me feel more in control and intentional with my time. In … Continue reading Regaining a Sense of Control
Last week, I wrote about the Quitting Framework by Steven Bartlett, commenting on both the simplicity of the framework and a thought-provoking statement: "Quitting is for winners." The essence is that strategic, well-considered quitting can improve your life, especially when hardships aren't leading you toward your goals. While writing about the value of strategic quitting, … Continue reading The Sunk-Cost Fallacy: Your Energy Is Not Lost
Asking for help can be incredibly challenging. It exposes vulnerability, forcing us to admit we can't solve something on our own—at least not as quickly or easily as we'd like. There's a discomfort in this, especially if you're used to handling things independently. Personally, I have often taken the solo route to solving a problem … Continue reading The Strength in Vulnerability: Why Asking for Help Is Key to Personal Growth
Sometimes, no matter how much you shift your mindset or push through difficulties, a project just doesn’t get better. Instead of energizing you, it drains you and stifles your growth. Recognizing this is crucial for your resilience and life balance. It’s time to make a bold decision—quit! I first learned about the Quitting Framework of … Continue reading Quitting Is Not For Losers, Quitting Is For Winners.
How It All Started On the third of July this year, I decided it was finally time for something that had been on my mind for a while. I committed to writing and publishing a blog post each day. The reason for this commitment was the influence of books I had read, YouTube creators I … Continue reading Reflecting on 100 Days of Blogging.
This week, we focused on developing a creative mindset by exploring how curiosity and openness fuel creativity. We discussed practical ways to nurture this, from blocking time in your schedule to setting up an inspiring creative space. We also dove into mindset shifts—embracing curiosity, experimenting without fear of failure, and using routines like Morning Pages. … Continue reading Sunday Reflection: How Will You Make Space for Creativity?
This week, we explored how to cultivate a creative mindset through a variety of approaches: Weekly Topic Kickoff: Cultivating a Creative Mindset & Blog Update: On Monday, we discussed cultivating a creative mindset, emphasizing curiosity, openness, and consistency in building creative habits. What Does It Mean to Have a Creative Mindset?: Tuesday’s post dove into what a … Continue reading Round-Up: How To Keep Your Creative Energy Flowing
We all have a bit of a creative side—yes, you too. Whether it’s painting, writing, cooking, or programming, creativity is about creating something. What do all these activities have in common? They thrive when supported by habits. In most creative endeavors, you're honing a skill. The success of a project often reflects your past experiences … Continue reading Creative Routines: How Habits Help You Stay Inspired
In yesterday's post we explored the importance of cultivating a creative mindset and how it plays a vital role in personal development and innovative thinking. Today, as promised, we'll dive into actionable tips that can help you invite creativity into your daily life. We will discuss small changes you can make in your routine and … Continue reading Unlock Your Creative Potential: Actionable Tips to Nurture Creativity Daily
Itching for Growth 