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Why Extravagant Weddings Are On The Rise At The Same Time Marital Rates Are In Decline

Rob Henderson's Newsletter • 3579 implied HN points • 01 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Marriage Social norms Cultural shift Commitment
  1. People are spending more on weddings to show their commitment, even though fewer couples are getting married. It seems like an expensive wedding is now seen as proof of a serious relationship.
  2. Marriage itself used to symbolize commitment. Now, because trust in marriage is changing, couples feel they need to stage extravagant weddings to prove they are serious.
  3. The rising costs of weddings can make it harder for many people to marry, especially those who need the stability of marriage the most. It creates a barrier, as not everyone can afford a big wedding.
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Peak Performance #27 | Creating and Committing to Goals that Scare You

The Leadership Lab • 19 implied HN points • 03 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Goal setting Commitment Personal Development Leadership
  1. The best goals are those that excite and scare you, as they align with what you truly desire and push you to grow.
  2. Commitment is essential in achieving goals that evoke fear and excitement, even when it feels uncomfortable.
  3. Leaders should model commitment to scary goals and help their teams understand the importance of committing to uncertain but exciting objectives.

How my relationship with religion mirrors my relationship with my ex

blurry electron • 2 HN points • 16 Feb 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religion Relationships Belief Morality Commitment
  1. Relationships with religion and exes can have parallels and teach lessons about commitment and faith.
  2. Support and understanding from others, even in times of doubt, can impact one's journey and beliefs.
  3. Navigating complex moral dilemmas and personal struggles may lead to insights about self-growth and acceptance.

Should you set ambitious or easy goals?

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
💼 Business Goal setting Psychology Commitment Agile Productivity
  1. Your mindset matters when setting goals. Some people need big goals to feel motivated, while others might feel stressed by them.
  2. Deadlines can affect your choice of goals. If you're short on time, a small goal is often better than trying to rush a bigger one.
  3. You can combine easy and ambitious goals. For example, do a push-up today and plan to play tennis tomorrow. It's okay to mix them!