Villasull'Oceano Oscuro Piena di Omicidi e Caos (Dark Ocean Villa of Murder and Mayhem) On the very last day of his life, Randall Rodrigo was walking on a beach just a mile from where he used to live. Lost in thought, he didn't notice the seaweed-covered body until he was almost on top of it. The body was male, dressed in the tatters of what had originally been an expensive suit, now torn by tide and time. He had probably only been dead for a day, two at most, his features almost impossible … [Read more...]
Resilience in Good and Tough Times
Key Factors Associated with Resilience Have you ever wondered why some people seem to bounce back from tough situations more easily than others? In many cases, resilience is what separates one group from the other. This ability to adapt and thrive when things get tough determines our ability to overcome setbacks and challenges as they arise. You can maintain resilience in good and tough times and I'll share the details with you here. Fortunately, resilience isn’t a fixed characteristic … [Read more...]
Work Smarter, Not Harder
How to Work Smarter, Not Harder by Letting Go of the Past You might be thinking... What does working smarter have to do with letting go of the past? The truth is that once we let go of things from our childhood and leading up to the present moment, we release the fears and limiting beliefs that have no relevance to what we will be able to achieve in the future. Think about your experiences and beliefs with the concept of 'work smarter, not harder' and letting go of the past. Stick with … [Read more...]
If Only I Had Known
If Only I Had Known... If only I'd known that writing every day, or at least with some regularity was all I needed to get started as a writer. All that plotting and planning and reading and thinking... without taking much action took me further into the abyss. If only I'd known what my writing could have led to, I would have released my characters and story ideas for the world to see, and learn by doing instead of overthinking and judging myself so harshly. But now that I do know, there … [Read more...]
Breaking Bad Habits for Positive Change
Breaking Bad Habits: A Practical Guide To Positive Change Why is it so difficult to overcome bad habits when we know we may harm ourselves or others? For example, we know about the health risks associated with smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol excessively, and overeating. Breaking bad habits can be achieved, but first we must understand more about why we continue to hold on to these habits when we know better. Our families, friends, and others are impacted by secondhand smoke and the … [Read more...]
Discover What Inspires You
Discover What Inspires You and Change Your Life Are you often inspired? I once took a train trip across Canada and found that I was inspired to write poetry and daydream about the life I wanted to create for myself. When you discover what inspires you there is no limit to what you will achieve. 6 Quotes to Inspire Your Morning Routine You've probably toyed with the idea already. You've heard there are better ways to start your day and even considered how you might become more intentional … [Read more...]
Daily Routines and Habits As Practices for Success
Daily Routines and Habits to Boost Your Productivity Many of the things you do each day to reach your goals can be achieved by creating small routines or daily habits that you perform primarily without thinking about it each day. By making your actions routine and, more importantly, a habit, you’ll get more done and not feel like you’re always working. Think of your daily routines and habits as a way to enhance your life and business. Get Hydrated – Start each day with a couple of cups of … [Read more...]
The Power of a Healthy Imagination
The Power of a Healthy Imagination Cannot Be Understated! You might have heard that a healthy imagination is good for many aspects of your life. However, you may be confused as to what a "healthy imagination" means exactly. Here are a few characteristics and details of the power of a healthy imagination and how it can affect your life. You Don’t Need Constant Stimulation Do you get bored the minute you turn the TV off? Can you not bear the thought of sitting in the doctor’s office without … [Read more...]
Manifestation and Limiting Beliefs
Manifestation and Limiting Beliefs What is stopping you from getting what you want? You often have the feeling that everybody else can just manifest their desires. But when you try, you do everything by the book. And nothing manifests. Why? Because manifestation and limiting beliefs go hand in hand. Chances are that like most people, you have limiting beliefs that block successful manifestation. A limiting belief is a thought or state of mind that you think is the absolute truth and … [Read more...]
Inspired Motivation at a Moment’s Notice
Generate Motivation At A Moment's Notice by Flipping the Switch Motivation On? What do we mean when we say "flipping the switch" anyway? The Urban Dictionary defines it as a sudden or drastic change of heart. Here, I'm talking about it as it relates to inspired motivation at a moment's notice. We are all unmotivated sometimes. We all procrastinate getting started on a new project or task we don't enjoy doing. But often in life, we don't have a choice - we must get certain things done. These … [Read more...]