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Is Dry January a Good Idea?

Are You Okay? • 1078 implied HN points • 03 Jan 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Alcohol Addiction Mental health Self-reflection Recovery
  1. Alcohol use can have negative effects on our bodies and minds, even if it seems pleasurable in the moment.
  2. The appropriate amount of alcohol to drink varies for each person, and self-awareness is crucial in evaluating alcohol consumption.
  3. Identifying and addressing the underlying reasons for drinking, such as uncomfortable emotions or bodily sensations, is important to develop healthier habits.
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Self-Handicapping

Brain Lenses • 58 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Psychology Behavior Anxiety Self-reflection
  1. Self-handicapping is a protective reflex when facing challenges we fear we can't handle.
  2. It involves holding back to preserve self-esteem by attributing failure to lack of effort, not lack of capability.
  3. Repeat reliance on self-handicapping can lead to lowered self-esteem and a pattern of unhelpful self-definition.

2023 Wrapped: a year of sickness and health

art fish intelligence • 58 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Data Analysis Women's Health Self-reflection Healthy living
  1. In 2023, the author analyzed their patterns of sickness and health through data collected from sources like Google Maps location history and Apple Health.
  2. The analysis revealed insights such as spending almost half of the year unwell and correlations between health factors like exercise and location.
  3. Key findings included the impact of menstrual cycle on sickness, the importance of rest during certain phases, and the value of personal data exploration for health insights.

Reflection #1

Venture Prose • 259 implied HN points • 06 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-reflection Gratitude
  1. Reflecting on past decisions and mistakes during summer is essential for personal growth and learning.
  2. Summer is a time to appreciate the people and moments that bring joy and gratitude in life.
  3. Finding a balance between staying connected and unplugging during summer is key to maintaining mental well-being.

A lifelong pact

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Self-reflection Hope Support
  1. Support and comfort are always available, even in the darkest of times.
  2. People who care about you will always be by your side, cheering for your success and supporting you through challenges.
  3. The bonds of friendship and support can withstand the transient nature of life, providing a lasting presence in each other's lives.

Why Philosophy Is Not An Option

Weekly Wisdom • 99 implied HN points • 16 Aug 23
📖 Philosophy Ethics Self-reflection Hedonism Existentialism
  1. Philosophy is not just a rarefied activity - it's about the basis informing our decisions and can be seen as a life operating system.
  2. Our default philosophy often revolves around seeking pleasure and avoiding pain, but self-reflection can help in moving towards more conscious decision-making.
  3. Understanding our hypocricy quotient - the gap between our beliefs and actions - can lead to deeper self-awareness and satisfaction in life.

Weekly Wednesday Wisdom #5

Weekly Wisdom • 179 implied HN points • 05 Jan 23
🎭️ Culture Books Podcasts Philosophy Personal Development Self-reflection
  1. The newsletter discusses reading 'Discipline Is Destiny' and '5000 Words Per Hour' to increase productivity and writing output.
  2. Listening recommendations include 'Building A Second Brain' and insights from author David Deida on masculinity and femininity.
  3. The newsletter delves into philosophical discussions from podcasts and videos, and reflects on the themes of wisdom and personal growth.

The Paradox of Choice

Integrity Talk • 99 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
📖 Philosophy Decision-making Self-reflection
  1. Personal goals have evolved along with societal changes and technologies.
  2. Despite a wide array of choices, human motives for pursuing goals remain consistent over time.
  3. Excessive choices can lead to difficulty in decision-making and a tendency to prioritize social desirability over personal values.

Thoughts on sacrificial offerings and the "yes" and "no" in oneself

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 39 implied HN points • 19 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs Sacrifice Self-reflection
  1. The post discusses sacrificial offerings and the concept of saying "yes" and "no" to oneself.
  2. There are related articles on voluntary vs. intentional suffering, living long enough, and prolonging life through sacrificing suffering.
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Weekly Wednesday Wisdom #7

Weekly Wisdom • 99 implied HN points • 02 Feb 23
🚌 Education Creativity Storytelling Learning Self-reflection Personal Growth
  1. Documenting your learning process and teaching along the way can be an effective method to learn and grow.
  2. Storytelling is essential in communication and can be a powerful tool, even in something as seemingly mundane as copywriting.
  3. Reflecting on your progress, implementing small planning practices, and exploring new learning challenges can help in personal growth and development.