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Tales From Dark Canyon

Weekly Wisdom • 119 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mindfulness Self-Improvement Personal Growth
  1. The backcountry trip involved more than just hiking - it was a leadership course with elements of wilderness skills, communication, and reflective discussions.
  2. Embracing mediocrity and facing personal challenges like feeling ordinary and accepting weaknesses can lead to valuable self-discovery and growth.
  3. Self-assessments can sometimes reveal unexpected strengths and weaknesses, highlighting the importance of reflection and learning from experiences.

Seeker of the interesting way

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
🚌 Education Learning Techniques Self-Improvement Exploration Creativity
  1. Don't stick to boring ways of learning, seek the interesting way instead. For instance, find creative and fun tutorials on YouTube for activities like understanding gym equipment or cooking.
  2. Don't settle for the obvious or boring paths - explore new and interesting approaches. Whether it's learning a new language through cartoons or breaking down tasks like a heist movie, seek the engaging way to keep things exciting.
  3. In 2024, embrace being a seeker of the interesting ways to learn and experience things. Be an avid learner and choose curiosity over monotony.
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Are 10x happiness boosts possible?

inexactscience • 19 implied HN points • 31 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Personal Growth Happiness Self-Improvement Emotional Well-being
  1. You can significantly improve your happiness, possibly even by 10 times, especially if you start from a low point. Moving from a bad state to an average one can feel like a huge boost.
  2. Some people may find it hard to believe they can achieve extreme happiness, but even a small improvement, like 10%, can make a difference. It's about finding growth in your emotional state.
  3. Whether it's a 10x or 10% increase, the important thing is that personal growth is possible and it gives hope for a happier life.

Excellence is a Pursuit, Not a Destination

The Leadership Lab • 118 implied HN points • 25 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Development Self-Improvement Mindfulness Well-being Growth
  1. Excellence is a pursuit, not a destination - it's about the ongoing journey, not a final goal to achieve or complete.
  2. Avoid the 'Arrival Fallacy' - thinking you'll reach a permanent state of excellence can hinder your progress; instead, focus on constant growth and alignment.
  3. Shift from chasing arrival to prioritizing devotion - ask yourself what you're devoted to in the moment, freeing yourself from the pressure of reaching a final destination.

Dizzy

The Weasel Speaks • 117 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
💼 Business Career growth Reflection Self-Improvement
  1. Reflection is key to assessing growth and progress in both personal and professional life.
  2. Regular self-reflection can help differentiate exceptional professionals from mediocre ones.
  3. Taking intentional time to reflect can lead to learning, improvement, and a better understanding of one's trajectory.

Health Homework (32) Learn to use the bipolarity of INSPIRATION and OPPOSITION to (Re)Fuel your Motivation

DrV’s Newsletter, Notes, Essays, Articles, Videos, and Book Chapters • 58 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Motivation Exercise Books Self-Improvement Mindfulness
  1. Using opposition as a spark for motivation and action is an effective strategy.
  2. Interacting with motivational material like books can provide perspective and insights.
  3. Personal evaluation and comparison of motivational resources can help in determining their utility for individual growth.

The confusing battle of hard work and regret

Uneasy’s Substack • 19 implied HN points • 23 May 24
📖 Philosophy Self-Improvement Motivation Mental health Work ethic
  1. It's important to push through hard work instead of giving in to life's distractions. Focusing on meaningful activities can help build a better future.
  2. Future regret can be a strong motivator. Being aware of what you don't want for your life can encourage you to take action now.
  3. Delayed gratification matters. Choosing to do things like reading or exercising instead of mindless scrolling can lead to more fulfilling outcomes.

The Long, Slow, Stupid, Fun Way | #259

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 101 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Creativity Entrepreneurship Podcasts Writing Self-Improvement
  1. Focus on the long game energy that drives you, even if it means taking a slower path.
  2. Consider the 'long, slow, stupid, fun' approach to work and life, prioritizing personal fulfillment over quick gains.
  3. Create a 'calm company' with good margins that prioritizes work-life balance and benefits both customers and employees.

The Key Traits of High-Performing (Conscious) Entrepreneurs

The Leadership Lab • 78 implied HN points • 03 Dec 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Self-Improvement Learning Responsibility
  1. High-performing entrepreneurs have a patient, long-term view alongside short-term impatience, balancing dedication over years with quick action now.
  2. Successful entrepreneurs are relentless learners, using every moment to gather information and grow, focusing on intentional learning to serve their broader purpose.
  3. Top entrepreneurs take 100% responsibility, avoiding blame and focusing on self-improvement by continuously coming back to the mindset of a creator.

The People-Centric Approach to Personal Development Plans

PeopleStorming • 99 implied HN points • 29 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Development Self-Improvement Coaching
  1. A Personal Development Plan (PDP) is a structured approach to personal growth, focusing on goals, skills, and steps to achieve objectives.
  2. Traditional PDPs often lack personal ownership and end up neglected, leading to unachieved learning and growth aspirations.
  3. The PeopleStorming approach advocates for a self-driven growth plan, putting emphasis on personal choice, continual refinement, and simplicity in documentation.

When In Doubt...

Weekly Wisdom • 99 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Emotions Self-Improvement Mental health Social Connections Personal Growth
  1. Doubting ourselves can be beneficial as it helps us be more cautious, avoid mistakes, and blend in social situations.
  2. Self-doubt can serve as a protective mechanism to conserve energy and maintain a positive self-identity.
  3. Many people may have creative aspirations but are held back by their own doubts, contributing to a majority of individuals consuming content rather than creating it.

16. Refine Your Conscientiousness with Expanded Awareness

Insight Axis • 98 implied HN points • 09 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personality Traits Self-Improvement Mental health
  1. Conscientiousness is one of the Big Five personality traits, describing traits like carefulness and diligence.
  2. Expanded Awareness can boost positive traits of conscientiousness, like diligence, and diminish negative traits, like perfectionism.
  3. By expanding awareness, you give yourself the option to consciously choose actions, directing your diligence with finer aim.

Say it Imperfectly

David Spinks' Newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 26 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-Improvement Communication Emotional Intelligence Personal Growth
  1. It's okay to not have the perfect words when sharing vulnerable feelings. You can let others know you want to talk about something but may not express it perfectly.
  2. Asking for permission to speak imperfectly helps create a more relaxed conversation. It allows for exploration and understanding without the fear of being judged.
  3. Being honest about not knowing your own thoughts yet can lead to deeper connections. It frees you to think out loud and figure things out with someone else's support.

On The Future: Day One, Chasing Jeff Bezos, Builder's Digest and More.

Day One • 279 implied HN points • 23 May 22
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Innovation Marketing Technology Self-Improvement
  1. Set audacious goals and surround yourself with people who understand and support your vision to overcome doubts and challenges.
  2. Embrace the mindset that it is always 'Day One' to foster long-term thinking, make better decisions, and build sustainable success.
  3. Stay informed and grow by exploring valuable resources like Sweatcoin, which rewards you for walking and offers opportunities for earning and purchasing.

Reinventing yourself time and again

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Development Emotional Well-being Physical Fitness Self-Improvement Relationships
  1. Reinventing yourself professionally, emotionally, and physically is essential. Adapting and evolving will be crucial in the future.
  2. Reinvention is not limited to your career. It includes improving physical fitness, pursuing personal goals, and nurturing meaningful relationships.
  3. It's never too late to reinvent yourself and make significant positive changes in your life.

CxD #273: Back on the Physics + Bobby 😭 + I'm on Fire redux

CxD Newsletter • 39 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Philosophy Self-Improvement Entertainment
  1. Reading about white holes, quantum theory, and the nature of time can help understand reality with greater clarity and reduce unnecessary suffering
  2. Re-reading impactful books can change perspectives and lead to seeing things differently
  3. Watching shows like 'Queer Eye' can be a simpler pleasure to unwind after diving deep into complex topics like physics

Want to Shake Up Your Life? Create an 'Artificial Beginning'

The Profile • 59 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Self-Improvement Mental health Wellness Motivation
  1. Creating artificial beginnings can help create a 'before' and 'after' effect in your life.
  2. Setting practical and difficult-to-abandon goals is more effective than simply making resolutions.
  3. Starting something new, even if it makes you feel incompetent at first, is essential for building confidence and mental toughness.

Agile Dating - A Less Painful Way to Date

Cozy Philosophy • 14 HN points • 24 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Dating Relationships Self-Improvement Communication Emotional Health
  1. Modern dating can be confusing and stressful due to limited information and time, leading to self-doubt and anxiety.
  2. Approaching new relationships with Agile Dating principles helps navigate uncertainties with clarity, empathy, and continuous improvement.
  3. Agile Dating involves treating relationships as experiments with co-creators, radical transparency, empathy, and regular check-ins to decide on next steps.

Facing your fears: A fear-setting exercise

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-Improvement Mental health Personal Development Wellness
  1. Facing your fears can lead to significant positive changes in your life.
  2. Writing down your fears can help you think more clearly and often shows their irrationality.
  3. Engaging in a fear-setting exercise, like Tim Ferriss's method, can help you confront your fears head-on and consider the potential benefits of taking action.