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This page covers articles on decision making and personal development. New one published every week.
Four Reasons Why I Began Writing
Writing did not become a sudden passion or hobby of mine. In fact, I never enjoyed writing when I was growing up, nor is it something I describe as a "passion". What writing is to me is a tool. I began writing because I saw it as...
A Perspective on Perspective
One of my good friends was recently throwing himself a “pity party” (his own words). Here’s the situation he was in: Working long hours. Easily 80+.Had only taken 5 days off in the past 2 years.Tried to ask for more. His company...
My Personal Theory On Vices
Like most people, I’ve had some major vices in my life. They are pretty common ones. Video games. Weed (aka Cannabis). Alcohol. For the longest time I thought to myself, I’ll change this… tomorrow. Tomorrow would turn into next...
3 Things I Wish I Had Done Earlier For My Workspace
Just over a year ago many people across the world suddenly found themselves working from home. A few buckled in for the long haul. They set up their work from home offices planning to be there for a while. Then... you have people...
What I’ve Learned About Consistency
When I originally started writing on this blog I had one goal: Publish 52 articles in one year. Good News: I’m still on track to hit that goal Bad News: This blog officially has no theme. This is ok though, it’s a personal blog...
My Definitive Ranking of The 10 Best Beers
#1: Sip of Sunshine - Lawson's Finest Liquids Why I Love This Beer: It's flavorful while not being overbearing. A year round winner. Sip of Sunshine is just that. It’s bottled up rays of sunshine that have been turned into beer...
5 Things I’d Tell My 18 Year Old Self Today
1. Build something that's uniquely yours. It can be a skill, a business, a blog. It can be a social media following, a strong group of friends. It can even be a house (if you know how to build those). Nothing is more rewarding in...
Think You Have A Specific Learning Style? You Don’t
The idea of a "Learning Style" was a concept that rocketed to fame in the 1970s. It's based on the basic idea that different people learn in different ways. If you went through America's education system, it's likely that at a...
The Power of Knowing Your Non-Negotiables
When Yvon Chouinard started Patagonia in 1957, he did so with the goal of supporting his outdoor adventures. Since then the company has grown, yet it has stayed true to its mission of supporting, and protecting, the outdoors....