The hottest Self-development Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways

note to (past)self

Working Assumptions • 176 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24

Starting a job at a startup can be thrilling with its fast-paced environment and growing community.
Becoming a manager can bring new challenges and self-doubt, impacting personal life decisions.
Stepping away from a successful career to pursue new beginnings can be scary, but empowering with the right mindset.

Stop Being a NPC and Be the Main Character

Build Your Own House • 314 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24

🎭️ Culture Self-development Career Creativity Inspiration Diversity

Question Authority - Stop automatically deferring to superiors.
Make Yourself Known - Speak up in meetings and ask for what you deserve.
Stop Calculating Risk - Overthinking risks can lead to paralysis, take the leap.

How I Write: 18 Thoughts On Writing | #253

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 263 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24

🏥 Health & Wellness Writing Creativity Motivation Reflection Self-development

Writing advice varies; find what keeps you writing.
Writing can be a positive and grounding activity.
Rewriting and writing at the same time can lead to better quality.

find novelty through commitment

Mind Mine • 1749 implied HN points • 25 Apr 23

🚌 Education Self-development Commitment Exploration Novelty Personal Growth

Commitment allows for a deeper exploration of oneself.
Commitment provides the opportunity for both novelty and depth.
Choosing commitment leads to true self-discovery and growth.

Shiny Object Syndrome, Self-Renewal, And More

Learning Machine • 78 implied HN points • 07 Jan 24

📖 Philosophy Life philosophy Self-development Wisdom

Be cautious of new information as most of it is clickbait; seek out timeless information instead.
Continuing to learn and grow is key to staying interesting and renewing oneself.
A full reset can offer advantages by allowing a fresh start without being held back by the past.

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How To Play the Creator Game | #240

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 223 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23

💼 Business Entrepreneurship Content creation Marketing Online Communities Self-development

When navigating the creator world, don't blindly follow what others are doing - find your own unique approach.
Be cautious of being influenced by trends or strong opinions, and instead focus on what truly aligns with your goals and capabilities.
Success as a creator isn't about copying what works for others, but about staying true to your interests, finding your unique path, and not giving up.

Podcast: The Hagitude Sessions are now available

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 1118 implied HN points • 15 Aug 22

🎙 Podcasts Interviews Episodes Women Self-development

A series of special podcast episodes called 'The Hagitude Sessions' are now available on 'This Mythic Life' podcast, discussing experiences of women in the second half of their lives.
The first guest on the podcast is writer Tanya Shadrick, known for her inspiring work and transformative life journey.
Listeners can subscribe to the podcast on various platforms like SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, and TuneIn to receive new episodes automatically.

There Are No Gatekeepers | #238

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 173 implied HN points • 02 Sep 23

🎭️ Culture Creativity Self-development Community Entrepreneurship Podcasting

There are no gatekeepers anymore. You can just do things.
Many people still seek permission to pursue their passions.
Choosing yourself and taking action can lead to meaningful and impressive achievements.

Dealing with randomness.

Philoinvestor • 216 implied HN points • 23 Jul 23

📖 Philosophy Luck Success Belief Adaptation Self-development

Luck plays a significant role in life, but one must also believe in making their own luck.
Adapt, adjust, and remain flexible to overcome challenges and achieve success.
The journey towards a goal is as important as the goal itself; challenges sculpt one's character and lead to personal growth.

Being "baby" is not anti-capitalist

The 21st Century Proletarian • 159 implied HN points • 13 Aug 23

🎭️ Culture Youth Identity Social Issues Self-development

Recognizing and accepting the need for rest and vulnerability is important for well-being.
Cultural infantilization can lead to adults feeling like passive objects instead of active agents in society.
Instead of retreating into comfort, embracing responsibility and resilience is crucial for creating positive change in the world.

The Life-Changing Power of Immersive Experiences

The Leadership Lab • 118 implied HN points • 23 Apr 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Self-development Immersive experiences Awareness Leadership Transformation

Immersive experiences offer a powerful way to accelerate personal growth and self-awareness
Regular immersion in transformative activities like retreats can lead to exponential awareness growth
In immersive group settings, participants act as mirrors for each other, accelerating awareness and facilitating breakthroughs

From Self-Reform to Worldview-Reform

Creative Destruction • 28 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23

🎭️ Culture Belief systems Social Issues Narratives Self-development

Individualism-centric mindset hinders systemic change by focusing on self-reform over systemic reform.
Shift towards systems reform encourages a deeper analysis and reflection for radical change.
Worldview-reform suggests reframing fundamental beliefs and narratives for building a better alternative and conveying a new, exciting story.

All Hail the Model

House of Strauss • 67 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23

💼 Business Self-development Publishing Media Content creation Podcasting

Implementing a structured model for work can lead to increased productivity and ease.
Defining clear goals and benchmarks can help improve efficiency and performance.
Balancing structure with flexibility can lead to sustainable progress and growth.

The best way to build yourself is to build

Building the Builders • 14 implied HN points • 02 Oct 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Work Therapy Self-development Veterans

Engaging in productive work leads to better mental health outcomes.
Purposeful work is essential for personal growth and development.
Building a solid work ethic is crucial for achieving one's goals in life.

My 5 productive habits

A Bit Gamey • 27 implied HN points • 28 May 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Habits Improvement Productivity Self-development Well-being

Make progress by spending 15 minutes per day improving.
Rewriting helps improve and refine work.
Setting imperfect deadlines and balancing work and rest are crucial habits for change.

LL #40 | On Settling, Worry, and Nurturing yourself

The Leadership Lab • 39 implied HN points • 16 Oct 22

🏥 Health & Wellness Self-development Mental health Personal Growth Introspection

Life gravitates towards what you settle for - strive for better than just okay in all aspects of life.
Worry doesn't solve problems - use it to identify issues and take practical steps to address them.
Be your own ally - nurture your current self rather than viewing it as an obstacle to your ideal self.

When your purpose is 1-of-1

The Ideaspace • 16 implied HN points • 13 Jun 23

🎭️ Culture Purpose Creativity Community Collaboration Self-development

Having a 1-of-1 purpose requires constant effort to justify your vision to yourself and others.
Living inside your vision and communicating its emotional core is crucial in pursuing a unique purpose.
To thrive with a 1-of-1 purpose, focus on giving up approval from others, enjoying the process, and increasing the visibility of your idea.

TWH#47: How Do You Find Your Purpose?

The Hagakure • 22 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Purpose Self-development Coaching Belief Mindfulness

Discovering your purpose can lead to a sense of contentment and alignment in life.
Key decisions, guided by emotions like minimizing regret and prioritizing growth, can shape your career path.
Finding purpose involves exploring, making hard choices, and listening to your inner guidance.

10 Principles of life I’ve seen to be universally true and transformative

⭐️Bob’s Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Self-development Mindfulness Kindness Forgiveness Personal Growth

How you do anything is how you do everything - be diligent and committed in all areas of life.
Your experiences are a reflection of your inner world - choose positivity and new beliefs for positive change.
Assume the best about people and practice empathy - kindness and understanding go a long way.

Why So Lonely? (Part III)

Journeys Into the Unconscious Mind • 19 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-development Psychology

The fascination with alienation and loneliness stems from their universal nature among humans.
Language can be used to hide, lie, and obscure our true emotions.
Emotional experiences of loneliness and alienation are common and people find ways to cope with them.

The Covid-19 Guide To Profiting From Boredom

Day One • 139 implied HN points • 21 Apr 20

💼 Business Productivity Entrepreneurship Remote work Self-development

During times of boredom, focus on feeding your mind with productive inputs to harness the power of your brain.
In the midst of challenges, find opportunities to create and profit, just like individuals who launched successful initiatives during the pandemic.
Use periods of hibernation or slowdowns to study, learn, and enhance your skills for future success.

The Pathologization Pandemic

The Prism • 4 HN points • 06 Jul 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Psychology Therapy Self-development

Youth mental health is deteriorating due to societal influences, leading to increased diagnoses of mental disorders.
Long Covid and mood disorders are intertwined, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and confusion.
Pathologization of personal issues as medical disorders is on the rise among young people, driven by social media, victimhood culture, and the medical industry.