The hottest Personal Growth Substack posts right now

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Is it revolutionary to leave a marriage?

Maybe Baby • 602 implied HN points • 19 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Leaving a marriage can be seen as a bold and revolutionary act. It often requires courage and self-reflection.
  2. Not every breakup is the answer for everyone, but some people can find inspiration from those who share their experiences.
  3. There can be practical advice for those considering a breakup, which may help them feel supported in their decision.

A Year in Review

if not, Paris • 530 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. The author reflects on rediscovering their identity and self-perception through writing and self-awareness.
  2. Starting a Substack helped the author find joy in writing and create a community of readers.
  3. After struggles and transformations, the author is proud of the progress made in their writing journey.

Don't Panic, It's Just Cancer

Daniel Golliher • 314 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth
  1. The author shares their experience with Hodgkin's lymphoma and emphasizes the importance of psychological well-being during cancer treatment.
  2. Reading about other people's experiences with cancer can provide reassurance and guidance for those going through similar journeys.
  3. Writing about personal experiences can help others facing similar challenges feel supported and understood.

december

bookbear express • 836 implied HN points • 01 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Commitment helps you discover what you like and dislike in life. It can change you, sometimes in surprising ways.
  2. Living deeply in experiences can feel like being stuck in a 'tar pit', where leaving is hard but staying can also be rewarding.
  3. Dream-like experiences can shape our feelings and memories, making us appreciate moments with others even more.
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What I wish someone would have told me about relationships.

Changing The Channel • 498 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth
  1. People, including ourselves, are capable of change despite the belief that they cannot.
  2. The idea that people don't change can lead to prematurely ending relationships that have the potential to grow into something great.
  3. Believing in our capability for real change is vital, rather than subscribing to the notion that personal transformation is impossible.

Find out

Disaffected Newsletter • 1179 implied HN points • 22 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Set clear boundaries in communication. It's important to let others know what is acceptable and what isn't.
  2. Emotional manipulation will not be tolerated. It's crucial to stand your ground against such behavior.
  3. Be firm and direct when addressing issues. A straightforward approach helps maintain respect and integrity.

Big Dumb Adventure Housekeeping Updates

Splattern • 79 implied HN points • 02 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. The blog rebranding from Splattern to Big Dumb Adventure is complete, making it easier to share new adventures. It's an exciting fresh start!
  2. A fundraiser for building a children's cancer hospital in sub-Saharan Africa has launched, highlighting a meaningful cause to support.
  3. It's important not to stress too much about life decisions. Things will fall into place when the time is right, so focus on enjoying the journey.

Leaving my full-time job

Tech and Tea • 772 implied HN points • 09 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Celebrating big changes doesn't always mean throwing a party. Sometimes, just having time to relax and think is the best way to celebrate.
  2. It's okay to do things that seem unimportant. These little joys can make us happy and should be valued too.
  3. We often push ourselves to be productive all the time. It's nice to take breaks and enjoy simple pleasures without the pressure to always be working.

Sowing seeds, delving deep

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 938 implied HN points • 29 Oct 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth
  1. The author discusses the significance of deepening and discovering oneself during the dark winter months, drawing parallels to seeds growing underground.
  2. The author shares exciting news about being awarded the Roger Deakin Award for her upcoming book on motherhood and nature, highlighting the impact of maternal influence on belonging.
  3. The author presents opportunities for engaging in conversations around women's experiences in the second half of life through podcasts, memberships, and art, encouraging exploration and connection.

Exploite tes peurs

Venture Prose • 658 implied HN points • 05 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth
  1. Recognize and exploit your fears as a way to drive yourself to do better each day.
  2. Entrepreneurs should not shy away from acknowledging and utilizing their vulnerabilities as a source of motivation and growth.
  3. Seek feedback from others to identify recurring behaviors that may be limiting you, and work towards understanding and overcoming them to reach your full potential.

Everything is Risk (+Radiant Capital)

DeFi Education • 759 implied HN points • 27 May 23
💼 Business Personal Growth
  1. Risk-taking is essential for growth and success. If you don’t take risks, you might miss out on big opportunities.
  2. Real-life experiences with risk help you learn and get better at decision-making. It’s important to face challenges to achieve greatness.
  3. In sports and investing, the biggest rewards come from taking calculated risks. Embracing these chances can lead to significant achievements.

first days of summer

bookbear express • 264 implied HN points • 25 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Making connections can be romantic and challenging. It takes patience and understanding to nurture relationships.
  2. Love and writing can feel very similar; both require dedication and can lead to frustration.
  3. Sometimes, different values between partners can cause tension, but it's important to recognize and appreciate their intentions.

The DIY writing residency

quite useless • 452 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
📚 Literature Personal Growth
  1. Persistence in writing is important, but flexibility and adaptation are key.
  2. Consider finding your own way to create the ideal writing environment instead of traditional residency programs.
  3. Choosing a well-paying job unrelated to your passion can provide stability and the freedom to pursue your creative endeavors without being solely dependent on them.

300 words for 300 posts

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 283 implied HN points • 09 Jun 25
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Having a regular writing practice helps keep creativity flowing. It's a great way to express thoughts and connect with others.
  2. Quality doesn't always need to be perfect; what's important is to keep sharing. Sometimes, just getting your ideas out is the best part of the process.
  3. Building a community around your work can lead to unexpected friendships and opportunities. Engaging with your audience is rewarding and fulfilling.

Savona

Splattern • 199 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Personal Growth
  1. Meeting new people can lead to deep conversations about life and personal values. One man shared how doing things he loves, like supporting figure skating, gives his life meaning.
  2. Pushing through pain can teach you about your own limits. It’s not only about physical endurance, but how your mind can keep you going even when your body feels tired.
  3. Every journey has its challenges, like deciding to keep going or stop. Sometimes, pushing through can lead to unexpected satisfaction and personal growth.

Meet the Sons of Now

Deep Fix • 432 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth
  1. The Sons of Now is a men's group addressing the crisis in masculinity and aiming to redefine modern masculinity within a supportive community.
  2. Masculinity is unfixed and evolving, and men benefit from reclaiming the Father archetype by understanding emotions, providing a safe space, and prioritizing relationships.
  3. Men cultivating expansive consciousness can provide power, bravery, vitality, and leadership, becoming stewards of the spirit of evolution.

Pictures From The Past

Insight Axis • 276 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth
  1. Reflect on your past, but remember that time only flows forward. Your history holds the power to fuel your future potential.
  2. The pictures from your past can impact how you navigate your present and future. Be mindful of the memories you hold onto.
  3. Different types of memories like joy, regret, success, or failure can shape your thinking and behaviors. Use them as lessons to move forward.

40 Thoughts On Turning 40 | #287

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 489 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Making big life changes can be really scary, but they often lead to positive outcomes. It's never too early to take risks and explore what truly makes you happy.
  2. Finding work that you love can take time, but it's worth the effort. Good work should feel fulfilling not just now, but also when you look back on it.
  3. Parenting is tough and full of surprises, but it's also incredibly rewarding. It reminds you to embrace joy, learn from your children, and focus on what's really important in life.

High and Higher Thoughts

Splattern • 79 implied HN points • 17 May 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Experiencing new perspectives, especially through things like yoga or even drugs, can help us understand our own thoughts better. It's like seeing your own view from a different angle.
  2. Being present and emotionally connected can lead to surprising feelings, like joy from simple movements. It's important to allow ourselves to feel and express emotions.
  3. Women are achieving amazing things, often without the same level of recognition as men. It's vital to acknowledge their contributions and visibility in adventurous fields.

The annual post: 2023 edition

Nonlinear • 235 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🚌 Education Personal Growth
  1. If you're serious about something, the universe works quietly to make it happen.
  2. Have faith in yourself and the world, opportunities and luck will guide you through.
  3. In 2024, prioritize writing, reading, health, and relationships, and embrace intentional lifestyle design.

More thoughts on creative tension

Austin Kleon • 1199 implied HN points • 08 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Creative tension can help generate new ideas and push creativity forward. It's about balancing different opposing thoughts or feelings.
  2. Negative capability means being okay with uncertainty and holding two opposing views at the same time. This can help people think more deeply and creatively.
  3. The unity of opposites is an ancient idea that suggests conflicting concepts can work together. Embracing this can lead to a richer understanding of creativity.

On Finding Time for Creativity

The Analog Family • 259 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Finding time for creativity is tough, especially when juggling work and family. It's important to prioritize personal projects and make space for them each day.
  2. Having a structured routine can help carve out time for creative work. Methods like time blocking can make it easier to stay focused and productive.
  3. You have to choose between work, family, and social life; you can't have all three. It's key to defend your creative time against distractions and busy schedules.

Trying in public...works?

Trying In Public • 39 implied HN points • 02 Jul 24
💼 Business Personal Growth
  1. Trying in public can be beneficial, even if it's intimidating. By sharing your work or thoughts, you may discover that others are waiting for someone to voice the same ideas.
  2. Using quizzes for marketing can be a creative and engaging strategy. Consider starting with the result you want to sort people into and mapping questions based on that.
  3. Engaging with feedback and experimenting with new ideas can lead to growth and learning. Don't be afraid to try new tools or trends to see what resonates with your audience.

The Art Of Ignoring Career Advice

Mindful Modeler • 399 implied HN points • 15 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Consider advice that resonates with you and ignore what doesn't align with your values.
  2. Question general advice that may not be specific to your unique situation and priorities.
  3. Understand that advice is often based on the experiences and biases of the person giving it, so weigh it against your own goals.

The Triangle of Happiness

Seven Senses • 319 implied HN points • 18 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth
  1. The 'triangle of happiness' is a term used to describe a meditation focus area between the nostrils and upper lip. It helps calm the mind and brings awareness to the breath.
  2. Vipassana meditation retreats are dedicated to learning this practice over ten days of silence, allowing participants to truly experience mindfulness.
  3. Meditation can be tough, but with practice, it helps tame racing thoughts and brings a sense of peace and balance to life.

Stories we tell ourselves

Sunday Letters • 39 implied HN points • 30 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth
  1. Understanding your personal challenges can change how you see yourself. Recognizing a condition like ADHD or Tourette's allows you to reframe your story from weakness to strength.
  2. Everyone has stories about their abilities that may not be true. Instead of saying "I'm bad at math," think of what you're really good at instead.
  3. The way we tell ourselves stories shapes our lives. By being aware of our thoughts, we can rewrite our narratives to be kinder and more helpful.

Happy New Year!

Tessa Fights Robots • 23 implied HN points • 31 Dec 25
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Personal Growth
  1. A heartfelt New Year wish for personal well‑being: to be filled with joy, honor, love, respect for who you are, clarity, real friends, comfort, and peace.
  2. A hope that burdens will resolve gently and that negative people will fall away, with a reminder that you are important and one of a kind.
  3. A request to support the publication with a subscription or donation if you can, and a clear note that the content reflects personal views and is not professional advice.