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Coach Industrial Complex

thestoa • 727 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Self-help Spirituality Friendship Existentialism
  1. Approach the 'coach industrial complex' with cynicism and criticism due to toxic positivity and overpromising.
  2. There is a market demand for 'space holders' like coaches, therapists, and philosophical counselors.
  3. The coach industrial complex has the potential to improve interpersonal skills and lead to widespread positive regard without the need for paid services.

Morning reductionism, mental health edition

Disaffected Newsletter • 1438 implied HN points • 15 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Psychology Trauma Wellness Self-help
  1. Being a reductionist means finding common patterns across different issues. It can help make sense of complex topics, especially in mental health.
  2. The way we label mental health issues can sometimes complicate things unnecessarily. Many diagnoses might just be different expressions of the same underlying problem.
  3. Understanding mental health as linked to root causes, like trauma, might be more helpful than viewing each disorder as separate. It's important to look at the bigger picture.
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Ali Abdaal Featured This Medium Writer and Substacker — Here’s the Secret Way to Attract Ali (and Others)

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 779 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🚌 Education Learning Writing Self-help Personal Growth Content creation
  1. Building in public can really open up opportunities, like attracting people you admire. It's about sharing your journey and showing your work to the world.
  2. Luck and unexpected moments can play a big role in success. You never know when a chance encounter might lead to something great.
  3. Engaging content and a positive attitude can inspire others, just like Ali Abdaal does with his blend of education and entertainment.

The curse of conscientiousness

Optima & Outliers • 219 implied HN points • 04 Apr 24
💼 Business Career development Work Culture Self-help Psychology Professional Growth
  1. Being very organized and responsible can sometimes be a hindrance, especially if it makes you stick to a job that isn't right for you. It's important to know when to quit and move on.
  2. Young people should be open to exploring different jobs instead of sticking to one path just because it's familiar. Trying new roles can lead to greater happiness and success.
  3. It's better to think of your career like a scientist experiments: test a job for a while and see if it fits you. If not, don't feel bad about quitting and finding something that works better.

Am I Attached to an Outcome?

David Spinks' Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 14 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Growth Self-help Emotional Well-being Mindfulness
  1. Feeling anxious often comes from being too attached to certain outcomes. When we focus on what might go wrong, it can make us feel really stressed.
  2. Not being attached to how things turn out can help us feel more relaxed and open to new experiences. It allows us to enjoy the moment without worrying too much about the results.
  3. A useful process to handle this is to notice your feelings, find out what outcome you're attached to, and then try to let go of that attachment. This can help you feel more at ease.

What are you letting go of in the New Year?

Men Yell at Me • 133 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth Self-help Reflection Lifestyle
  1. Think about what you want to leave behind as the New Year starts. It's a chance to reset and focus on what matters.
  2. Taking breaks and enjoying downtime is important for well-being. Don't feel bad about resting and recharging your energy.
  3. Reflecting on the past can help guide your future. Use your experiences to decide what changes to make in the coming year.

This November, You’ve Got 30 Days to Write Your Novel - Short on Time? Tiger Time Is the Answer!

Kristina God's Online Writing Club • 339 implied HN points • 24 Oct 23
📚 Literature Writing Novels Creativity Community Self-help
  1. NaNoWriMo is a fun chance to write a novel in November, with support from a community. You don't have to write perfectly, just get the words down.
  2. Set aside 'tiger time' to focus on writing. Treat this time as very important, just like a meeting you can't miss.
  3. Planning ahead is key! Talk to your family, meal prep, and find ways to carve out time for writing during November.

Sensitivity-to-the-world

box. • 359 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Psychology Self-help
  1. Being labeled as 'gifted' or having ADHD can create pressure and frustration. Some people feel these labels don't really reflect their struggles and often lead to unfair expectations.
  2. It's important to address needs before they become critical. Creating an accommodating environment helps everyone feel supported and reduces the chance of slipping into crisis.
  3. Sensitivity can be viewed as a strength rather than a weakness. With the right tools and understanding, people can harness their sensitivity to succeed and thrive.

Queries for Katy: When to Quit

The Flawed Yogi Report • 79 implied HN points • 02 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-help Mental health Physical health Personal Development
  1. Quitting is often the best choice. Consider sunk cost fallacy and prioritize future satisfaction over past investment.
  2. Avoid turning your passion into a job. Balancing strength and ease in activities could lead to greater satisfaction and effectiveness.
  3. Find the right balance of difficulty in tasks to enhance pleasure and effectiveness. Don't stress too much about grades, focus on enjoying the work and learning.

On Compromise

Tech Ramblings • 79 implied HN points • 12 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Relationships Negotiation Personal Growth Team Dynamics Self-help
  1. Compromise often leads to disappointment for both sides. Rather than making everyone happy, it can result in a solution that satisfies no one.
  2. Successful teams and individuals stick to their core beliefs and values instead of compromising. Great achievements come from having a clear vision and following it without settling for less.
  3. Instead of focusing on compromise, we should aim to find the truth. Understanding different perspectives can help us make better decisions and avoid mediocrity.

Maybe You're Not Actually Trying to Solve Your Problems?

FutureIQ • 1 implied HN point • 30 May 25
📖 Philosophy Agency Advice Self-help Psychology Decision-making
  1. We often give better advice to others than we take for ourselves. When faced with our own problems, we might ignore good solutions we would recommend to a friend.
  2. People can solve issues at work but struggle with personal challenges. Sometimes, if we applied the same skills from one area of our life to another, we'd find better outcomes.
  3. Our mindset can get stuck in a low point, causing us to miss out on solutions. It's important to remember that our capacity for action can change over time, and we should revisit problems with a fresh perspective.

Getting Out of Your Own Way

Perspectives • 6 implied HN points • 09 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Coaching Mindset Self-help Psychology
  1. Your past experiences, especially from childhood, can shape how you see yourself and your abilities. Understanding this can help you unlock your true potential.
  2. Instead of giving direct advice, it's important to help people discover their own solutions. This can lead to powerful realizations about how to move forward.
  3. We often hold ourselves back by repeating negative thought patterns. Changing how we think can open up new possibilities and help us achieve success.

Being a problem is better than Xanax

Sex and the State • 21 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Emotional Wellbeing Social Connections Self-help Personal Growth
  1. Feeling like a problem can actually help connect you with others. Sharing your struggles might inspire others to do the same, creating bonds.
  2. Anxiety often stems from the fear of what might happen, while depression may leave you feeling stuck and without hope. Both feelings can be challenging but are important to recognize.
  3. Choosing to lean on friends and ask for help can be better than trying to avoid being a burden. Relationships thrive when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable.

You Must Be Some Kind of Therapist

Disaffected Newsletter • 399 implied HN points • 21 May 23
🎙 Podcasts Therapy Mental health Society Self-help Awareness
  1. Therapy can help people understand their mental health better. It's important to find a therapist who truly understands the therapeutic process.
  2. Wokeness in the therapy field can sometimes distract from real therapy goals. Some therapists focus on affirming mental issues instead of addressing them.
  3. Awareness of Cluster B personality disorders is crucial in understanding modern life's challenges. Discussing these topics can improve society's view on mental health.

Still lying to yourself?

Disaffected Newsletter • 619 implied HN points • 13 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-help Trauma Personal Growth
  1. It's okay to limit contact with abusive parents, even if it's hard to do so. You don't owe them understanding or forgiveness.
  2. Remember that your parents' mistakes are not your responsibility. Their behavior is not a reflection of your worth.
  3. Acknowledging the truth about your childhood hurts, but it’s a necessary step towards healing and finding a better life.

7 Reasons to Stop Being Lazy in 2024

Litverse • 139 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-help Productivity Motivation Inspiration Mindfulness
  1. Laziness is equated with greed and ugliness by the author, representing a lack of contribution to life
  2. Being idle leads to stagnation and loss of self, portraying idle people as uninteresting swamp creatures
  3. Earn your leisure by balancing work and relaxation, engaging in constructive leisure activities rather than aimless consumption

Are You in a Virtuous or Destructive Cycle?

The Unabashed Observer • 99 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Lifestyle Self-help Social Issues Mental health Personal Development
  1. Identifying whether you are in a virtuous or destructive cycle is crucial for personal growth. Virtuous cycles lead to positive outcomes, while destructive cycles can be harmful.
  2. Breaking out of destructive cycles requires recognizing the problem and making a conscious effort to change. It can be challenging, but essential for improvement.
  3. Understanding oneself and being open to self-evaluation is key to recognizing and addressing the cycles we are in. Self-awareness is the first step towards breaking out of destructive patterns.

Escape Shouldlandia | #255

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 182 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Creativity Self-help Writing Mindfulness Personal Growth
  1. Many people get stuck in a place called Shouldlandia, where they talk about what they should do but don't actually do it.
  2. It's important to pay attention to what you actually do rather than what you think you should be doing.
  3. To escape Shouldlandia, focus on taking bold actions, experimenting, and testing your 'shoulds' in reality.

Productivity boosters, 2x revenue, saying NO, engineering as marketing, writing 5 books.

Play Permissionless • 259 implied HN points • 07 Feb 23
💼 Business Productivity Revenue growth Entrepreneurship Writing Self-help
  1. Finding a productive work environment with like-minded individuals can significantly boost productivity and focus.
  2. Saying no to certain business opportunities is crucial for maintaining quality and ensuring sustainable growth.
  3. Engaging in deep, long-form writing like book projects can lead to clearer thinking, coherence, and nuanced understanding, even with just a small daily time commitment.

Random Thoughts #11: Nothing Lasts Forever!

Spyderdoc Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 26 Oct 24
📖 Philosophy Existentialism Wisdom Mindfulness Life lessons Self-help
  1. Life has its ups and downs, but tough times always pass. It's important to stay calm and keep pushing forward.
  2. Hard work usually pays off, and positive thinking can help you overcome challenges. Focus on yourself and what you can control.
  3. Nothing lasts forever, so enjoy the good moments and keep a positive attitude, even when times are tough.

Least Destructive, Most Productive

Advice you don't need • 59 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Personal Growth Relationships Self-help Life choices Emotional Well-being
  1. Every ending comes with a bit of damage. When we leave a job or relationship, it can hurt, and things often don't go as planned.
  2. Staying unhappy costs us more in the long run. If we avoid making a change out of fear, we might end up in a worse situation.
  3. It's important to find a way to transition that feels right for us. We should aim to minimize hurt while still taking care of ourselves.

Belly-to-belly Lisbon, Nicotine, New Schwarzenegger book (bad), Numbers go Up (good)

Play Permissionless • 79 implied HN points • 10 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Wellness Books Travel Self-help
  1. Travel updates: Belly-to-belly meeting in Lisbon after Bangkok and Barcelona trips. Seeking recommendations.
  2. Book review: Enjoying 'Numbers go Up' by Zeke Faux for intriguing behind-the-scenes crypto stories.
  3. Health insight: Trying nicotine gums after learning about potential benefits. Contrasting the disappointing new book by Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Making some Headway

My Home Office Hacks • 2 implied HN points • 13 Jan 25
🕹 Technology Apps Productivity AI Tools Self-help Remote work
  1. The Headway app offers useful book summaries that help you learn key points quickly. It’s a great way to stay informed without having to read full books.
  2. Using tools like TinyWow's FAQ Generator can simplify content creation for websites. It helps you answer common questions easily, even if you're not a professional writer.
  3. Listening to book summaries can be a good alternative to traditional media. It can fill the time you would spend on the news and provide valuable insights instead.

Expose Yourself

Disaffected Newsletter • 359 implied HN points • 04 Aug 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Coping Strategies Personal Growth Self-help
  1. Facing your fears can reduce their power over you. When you take steps to confront what scares you, like crossing a scary bridge, it can actually make it easier over time.
  2. Developing personal techniques to cope with anxiety is important. Things like distraction or reminding yourself that you are safe can make a difference.
  3. Avoiding situations that trigger your fears can sometimes make them worse. Instead, tackling those situations head-on might help you feel more in control and less anxious.

The Number One Reason Why You Have Been Underperforming.

Day One • 698 implied HN points • 29 Jun 20
💼 Business Self-help Branding Entrepreneurship Mentorship Online presence
  1. You don't need permission from anyone to build a career on the Internet; make up your mind to learn and your teacher will appear.
  2. On social media, personal branding is important and you can follow people for education, information, and entertainment.
  3. Building a personal brand online requires locating mentors, applying their teachings, and consistently showing up to share your value without waiting for permission.