The word “iterate” is one of the most overused jargon, but it is effective in pushing our learning, leadership and overall development forward. Focusing on the small wins helps combat the all or nothing mentality that creeps in when we are overwhelmed, looking for direction, and determining what reasonable next steps should be.
Read MoreInner peace is a resource that is always available to us, even under the most intense life pressures. Patience is a quality of emotional equilibrium—and to develop, it requires constant practice. Our aim is to find a neutral equilibrium. Neutrality is where we enjoy the highest creativity, where we see the most alternatives to instant reactivity.
Read MoreUnderstanding first how lucky you are, to live where you live, work where you work, and have the problems to solve that you do, helps mitigate the initial urge to complain. From there, seeing a path toward a better outcome, a path toward insight can help you cultivate your critical thinking skills, rather than indulge your itch to complain. Complaining adds nothing but volume.
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