Showing posts with label Mini-Challenge. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mini-Challenge. Show all posts

Saturday 25 June 2022

What Motivates the Teenager?


Are you a teenager at the threshold of adulthood, wondering how you can make the most of your life? This is a phase that most teenagers have to go through. The life of pleasure and security abruptly comes to an end when you are nearing your 20s and then you have to sit up and take notice. In a short time, you have to prepare a plan for how you will be spending the rest of your life. And that includes planning your further education, which is one of the most important things that teenagers have to plan.

 

But, the biggest motivation for any teenager comes from what they really want to do in life. This should inspire you. When you are confused about what direction you should lead your life in, just slow down and think for a few moments. What is your passion in life? What is the one thing that really drives you, propels you to achieve things in life? Making a proper reconnaissance of this will help you plan your future life.

 

Maybe it is your passion in life to save people’s lives. Medical science fascinates you more than anything else. If that is your driving force in life, then you should plan a profession around it. You should not let anything come in your way and force you to do things that you don’t want to do. Do not think about the scope of a particular profession. If you feel highly motivated to do it, then go ahead with it by all means. Do not think about the income you may stand to get; if the activity is something you would really like to do, nothing should sway you from your path.

 

Remember that if you do what you really like to do, then you will enjoy your life itself. You have to think about whether your childhood dreams will get fulfilled or not. Whatever you do should be in the direction of that fulfillment—your education, your search for a job, your overall plan of life itself.

 

You are young right now. You may feel you have gained a lot of experience and knowledge, but you should know that that is not the truth. You still have to learn a lot. This is the time to grow, personally and professionally. But, the one thing that can motivate you at this time is that you should be able to fulfill your ultimate passion in life.



Sunday 12 June 2022

The 5-Step Plan Which Will Help You Set Up the Perfect Morning Routine


What is the one thing you can do to improve your life significantly? You begin by starting your day off with a morning routine.

 

A morning routine puts intentionality in your day. It gives your morning form, design, and function. Imagine yourself traveling through each step, calm, cool, and collected. You know exactly what's needed of you and when. There are no surprises to leave you scrambling. Nor are you likely to forget what's important. 

 

If it seems intimidating to form a routine to do all these things, take heart. Really, there are only five steps you need to worry about to make your day come off without a hitch.

 

Understand What It’s All About

 

Embarking on a new routine is hard work, especially as you work to build this routine into something which will be habitual. It's easy to go back to the old ways you've always done things, especially if you feel tired or discouraged. 

 

This is why your first step involves understanding your purpose. Know why you're striving to have a better morning, and speak these words out loud every morning when you first get up to remind yourself of them. Are you looking for higher productivity? A calmer day? More confidence? You'll need to figure it out if you don't know before beginning.

 

Implement Your Routine in Baby Steps

 

You can't change around your entire sleep schedule or make profound changes about your mornings all at once without burning out quickly. This is why it's important to work out a plan in advance where you know what changes you are making and when. For example, if you normally get up at 9:00am but want to get up at 7:00, you'll want to make small changes that work toward your goal. So for the first week, you might get up at 8:45 and the week after 8:30, etc...

 

Commit to Consistency

 

You're not going to succeed in building new habits if you don't do the same thing repeatedly. Realize you can't do this in half measures. Commit to doing this routine every single day.

 

Work Out an Evening Routine

 

Your morning will go better if you use it with an evening routine that sets up a regular bedtime. You can also use evenings to do prep work for the next day, such as laying out your clothes.

 

Create Your Routine

 

The key to making your routine is to address all of your needs. So some things you might do for physical health (exercise, eat right) while others benefit you spiritually (meditate, pray), mentally (learn, self-talk), or emotionally (journal, affirmations). The goal is to bring yourself into harmonious balance every day.

 

Together these five steps will help you create the perfect morning routine. Now you’re ready to start your day out right!

 


Sunday 5 June 2022

Decision-Making: 9 Causes of Indecisiveness


If you have trouble coming to final decisions, you may want to explore a few causes of your indecisiveness. Then, if you discover you're doing these things, you can eliminate them and start making decisions much faster. 

 

Thinking Too Much – If you allow yourself unlimited time to make a choice, you may never make one. Sometimes that can lead to choices being made for you by default. This can make you feel a little out of control. Instead, set time limits on research and decision-making. 

 

Too Many Options – For some choices, there are simply too many options for you to choose from. If you keep looking at all the possibilities without narrowing them down, you need to create better criteria for yourself to finalize your decisions. 

 

Listening to Others – While it's fine to get opinions occasionally for some things, especially if the opinion is an expert one, such as contracting CPA services, for example, for the most part, if the choice only affects you listen to yourself more. 

 

You're Allowing Guilt to Control you – When you first begin to live for yourself to reach your personal goals in life, some people will push back against you. This action can cause guilt on your part. The problem is guilt never helps you make good choices -- only facts do. 

 

Not Listening to Yourself – You know a lot more than you give yourself credit for. Therefore, you need to listen to your internal thoughts based on the knowledge you already have. 

 

Seeking Perfection – Perfection simply does not exist. Therefore, it's a fool's game to keep trying to produce it. In fact, perfection-seeking can just end up in no action being taken at all on your goals because it's impossible. 

 

Lack of Self Confidence – If you lack confidence in your choices, sometimes it's due to a lack of education on the topic. In that case, educate yourself to make sound decisions, and as you make good choices, your confidence level will grow. 

 

Fear Of Making the Wrong Choice – If you fear making the wrong choice about something, step back and ask yourself whether this will matter to anyone in 100 years. If you're not changing the fabric of society with your choice, it probably isn't going to change much. However, if it does matter that much, seeking expert advice may be necessary. 

 

You Forgot Your Overarching Goals – Each decision you make in life either keeps you the same, takes you backward or advances you toward achieving your goals. If you aren't sure about your main goals, it can be hard to match current choices with the right actions. Get clear on your goals, and your choices will become easier. 

 

To overcome any of these decision-making blockers, train your mind to think differently. Instead of thinking of any of these issues, think about what your goals are and whether this decision affects those goals at all or not. If they do, ensure they take you closer to achievement, but if they don't consider that your choice for this one thing may not even matter in the scheme of your life. 



5 Ways To Stop Being Shy


Are you shy? Does the thought of speaking in a group have you making up excuses? Or are you afraid of having a conversation with a new friend? Shyness is surprisingly very common. Survey results report that about 40 to 60 percent of all adults identify as someone shy. However, like all character traits, shyness can be overcome with the proper steps.

 

1. Identify Your Triggers

 

Nobody is shy all of the time. The odds are that there are situations where you feel relaxed and comfortable. Identify what makes you shy. It can be speaking in public, asking a lady out, or simply being alone in a crowded space. When you identify the triggers for your shyness, you can plan a course of action for when such situations arise. You will also plan on ways to overcome them.

 

These triggers can be especially hard to identify in most cases. It might be a smell, a location, or even a sound. However, it is crucial to do so as it is the first step to overcoming your shyness.

 

2. Be Informed

 

If you dread speaking to a crowd or having small talks, you can increase your odds of not turning such an experience into a social disaster when you read about the topic. If you are shy of being at a party because you fear you'll be the odd thumb, you could read on current happenings, watch a trending video, or research on a recent event. This way, you are well informed about an issue and can chip into discussions or start one yourself. 

 

If you're shy, it's likely to get even worse when everyone is talking about an event you are unfamiliar with. Staying up to date with events would help boost your confidence in social situations as you can engage with people and enlighten anyone who isn't in the know.

 

3. Set Goals

 

While you want to be like the super confident kid who seamlessly navigates the social setting and seems to make a new friend every time they step out of their house, it'll be more helpful if you aim a bit lower at first. 

 

You can begin by finding out your trigger and creating an action plan to overcome it. If you are shy when called to speak in public, you could start by addressing five of your friends and slowly increase the number until you overcome that trait. Create simple goals and work your way to the top.

 

4. Record Your Successes

 

It's a good idea to keep track of the successes you've made in overcoming shyness and frequently read it when you feel you can't achieve a set milestone.

 

Odds are that you will be surprised by how far you've come, which will further increase your belief that overcoming shyness is possible. Psychologists state that reading how far you have progressed is a great way to stay motivated and keep trying. 

 

5. Be Kind To Yourself And Take It Slow

 

You wouldn't suddenly get rid of shyness and become super confident after a few days of practicing these steps. No one gets rid of shyness overnight. As long as you're taking steps to become better, you should reward yourself. 

 

Take as long as you need to get rid of shyness, and do not try to rush yourself. Rushing the steps or beating yourself over being "slow" will only delay the process and can make you stop trying. 

 

In summary, shy people tend to spend a lot of time "inside their own heads," and it is easy to distort experiences. You might assume that your shyness not only stopped you from having a good time but ruined the event for everyone else. The chances of that being true is extremely slim. Don't beat yourself up over it and take as long as you need to overcome it. With consistency and determination, you'll get rid of it in no time.

 


Why Self-Confidence Matters


It often seems that confidence is elusive, like a smoky mirage. Sometimes, it feels magical and wonderful; other times it can be frustrating.

 

But I’ll let you in on a little secret: you can build up your self-confidence without having to resort to any crystal. ‘How?’ you ask.

 

It’s simple.

 

Start by recognizing that confidence is a skill you can learn. You set a goal and take small steps each day to work towards it.

 

Keep reading to find out more about self-confidence and why it matters.

 

What Is Self-Confidence?

 

Self-confidence isn’t tangible. You can’t touch it and say, “This is confidence.”

 

It’s something we get a feeling for when we, or others, have it.

 

Likewise, we can recognize when someone lacks it. Even when they try to attempt to compensate for it, we sense it and feel bad for them.

 

The good news is that self-confidence is a soft skill, which means you can learn it and apply it to your daily life. It’s not fixed, like your height for example. It’s mainly based on your mindset and the actions you do to follow through.

 

You can boost your confidence and self-esteem by trusting your abilities. Seeing yourself succeed in your mind is the first step in making better decisions. Then, when your decisions make your life better, your confidence gets a nice little boost. And round and round it goes.

 

Bear in mind that confidence is infectious. Even though we can’t see it, we still sense other people’s confidence levels in the way they behave and speak.

 

When someone is confident, they exude excitement and energy. You’re motivated to work hard and feel that same energy.

 

The downside is it goes both ways. When one person lacks confidence, it can deflate everyone around them. They just get the sense that there’s no point in trying.

 

Why Does Self-Confidence Matter?

 

There are different reasons why being confident can improve your life. Below, you’ll find a few examples of how it can make you a happier, more fulfilled individual.

 

Allows You to Take Positive Risks

 

We all need confidence to bring balance and a sense of direction in our lives. Making a conscious decision to develop your confidence will allow you to take positive risks. It gets you out of your comfort zone and puts you on the path to success.

 

The trick is understanding your own strength. You have to believe that you can master whatever skill you’re striving towards. Yes, it’ll be weird and difficult in the beginning. Yes, you’ll make mistakes along the way. So what?

 

That’s what life is about. This is what boosts your self-esteem and makes you better at everything you do.

 

Empowers You to Embrace Your Failures

 

We all make mistakes. We all fail and meet obstacles in our lives.

 

The key is to understand that failures are a necessary part of progress. Read that again and really take it in.

 

Often, we feel that when we fail, it’s the end of the journey. But that couldn’t be farther from the truth.

 

To fully embrace your failures, you have to think of them as detours. When you’re forced to change lanes or take a detour that doesn’t mean the entire journey is over. It just means you’re taking a different path, but you’ll get there eventually.

 

Now, why do some people succeed after failing and others don’t? Those who manage to learn from their mistakes. They go over what went wrong and find a way to fix it.

 

In other words, they use their failures to their advantage. They use them to prop them up and give them the push they need to keep going on their path.

 

Let's take a second to think about Thomas Edison and Michael Jordan. What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of these two names? Success? Fame? Glory? All of the above?

 

How about failure? You’re probably saying to yourself, ‘These are two of the most prominent members of society. They haven’t failed.’

 

Well, sorry to burst your bubble, but they have—many times, in fact. Yet, they’re smart enough to use their failures as stepping stones to aim higher and work harder. Imagine our much our lives would have been impacted if these two men had given up every time they failed!

 

One of Edison’s quotes about refining the light bulb is, “I haven’t failed. I’ve found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”

 

Enables You To Trust Yourself

 

Many times, we can be our own worst enemies. We critique every move, every word, and every thought over and over again.

 

In moderation, it can be a great incentive to do better. Although, this only works if we treat ourselves with the same kindness and empathy, we show others. Sadly, it doesn’t happen very often.

 

The best way to break out of that negative self-talk is to have faith in yourself. Have faith in your decisions. Even if you made mistakes in the past, that doesn’t necessitate future failures.

 

Own up to your bad decision, embrace it, and move on. That’s now part of your DNA; it’s helping shape a stronger, more resilient person.

 

Imagine it being part of your arsenal or a superpower. Now, you’ve turned your mistake into something that can make you more resilient and less anxious.

 

A Final Note

 

Self-confidence is an integral part of who you are. Understanding why it matters can mean the difference being happy and being miserable.

 

Having that self-assurance can help boost your relationships and career. You’ll also be able to inspire others to become happier, more fulfilled individuals.

 


Why Personal Growth Matters

 

How much time have you dedicated to your personal development in the past year? Six months? Week?

 

Unfortunately, society trains us to put other things first, like education and careers. We’re not downplaying their value in life. We just want to point out the importance of taking the time to invest in our self-improvement.

 

Today, we’re talking about all the reasons why personal growth matters. As you’ll find out below, it makes up a huge chunk of your life as a whole, no matter how old you are.


So, let’s get started.

 

What Is Personal Growth?

 

Working on accomplishing things in life, setting goals, and achieving them—that’s personal growth. It starts with the drive to do and be better.

 

Even before that, you have to start with a positive mindset. That helps boost your resilience and keeps you going, even when things don’t go your way.

 

The beauty of personal growth is that it’s subjective. It’s different for everyone, like success.

 

Some people define being successful as having a happy, healthy family. Others define it as having a career, maybe having more money than they know what to do with.

 

Even though personal growth is a bit more elusive, it’s all improving as an individual. This can be polishing up your education or refining your temperament. Whatever it is you’re seeking out in life, that’s your personal growth journey.

 

Because it’s so diverse and covers so many aspects, it goes by several names, including:

 

  • Self-improvement
  • Personal development
  • Self-growth
  • Self-help

 

Why Does Personal Growth Matter?

 

Now that we understand what personal growth is, you can see how it can have a positive effect on someone. Then, without even trying, that person will motivate others to work harder and do better.

 

So, personal growth isn’t a solitary journey. Yes, you do the hard work. Yet, you reap so many rewards that you quickly realize it was all worth it.

 

Working on developing you as a person will help you in various aspects of your life. You’ll shine at work and you’ll notice people will start to praise your accomplishments.


You’ll also grow into a more compassionate and loving person. Listening and being attentive will come naturally. You’ll feel good about yourself, and you’ll make others feel good as well.

 

How to Start Your Personal Growth Journey

 

Empathy and positive thinking are two traits we seem to lose over the years. Personal growth can help you regain them back.


Here are some of the things you can do to begin achieving personal growth.

 

Set Short-Term Goals

 

One of the first steps towards personal growth is setting and achieving short-term goals. When creating goals, keep the following in mind:

 

  • Make your goals realistic
  • Divide long-term goals into several short-term ones
  • Write each goal on a Post-It and hang it on your desk or bathroom mirror
  • Recognize and accept your strengths and weaknesses
  • Treat yourself to something nice every time you complete one of your goals

 

Keep Learning

 

We’re never too old to learn. Keep an open mind and take a step out of your comfort zone, and you’ll find fascinating things to learn about.

 

Ask any entrepreneur, and they’ll tell you they never stop learning. Their fascination with the world is what keeps them a step ahead of everyone else.

 

The trick is to find something that piques your interest. In this day and age where everything is evolving so quickly, there’s no shortage of that!

 

Find Your Purpose

 

What makes you happy? Find what makes you giddy with happiness, aka your purpose in life.

 

Each one of us has something that drives them and sets them apart from everyone else. Just find what you want and go after it.

 

Even if you don’t know much about it, you can always learn. Thanks to modern-day technology, there are plenty of options to choose from.

 

Wake Up Early

 

Having healthy sleep patterns will regulate your physical, emotional, and mental states. You’ll feel more energized and ready to tackle the day that lies ahead.

 

Studies show that people who make a habit of waking up early are healthier, happier, and more productive. It may take some time to get used to, but, once you do, you’ll never go back!

 

Read More

 

Many of us have given up on reading, thanks to our ever-present smartphones. You have to start the habit of reading each day, even if you read one blog a day.

 

Acquiring knowledge is extremely satisfying. You feel competent and just plain good. In a nutshell, reading is one of the easiest and most satisfying ways to boost your self-confidence and enhance your personal growth.

 

Practice Self-Acceptance

 

Knowing what your talents and skills are, is a vital part of self-acceptance. It’s also just as important to recognize the areas where you’re not as strong.

 

Be confident in what you’ve accomplished and forgive yourself for any past mistakes. That’s the first step to accepting who you are and fully realizing your true worth.


We’re all here for a reason. Take the time to find out what yours is.

 

A Final Note

 

Understanding why personal growth matters is like understanding the secret of the universe. It can mean the difference between being happy, hopeful, and feeling dejected and lost.

 

Well, of course no one wakes up saying, “I want to be miserable.” It requires hard work and dedication.

 

You have to have a positive outlook and accept yourself for who you truly are. Only then can you unlock your true potential, which I have no doubt, will be amazing!