Reading Time: 4 minutesEver feel like flipping through the pages of someone else’s life? Envying the seemingly effortless success of that influencer, or comparing your messy middle chapter to someone else’s polished highlight reel? We’ve all been there. But here’s the secret superpower you might be overlooking: you are the writer, director, and star of your own incredible […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutesWe often imagine growth as a straight line—a steady climb toward success, with each step building predictably on the last. It’s a comforting vision, but the reality of personal and professional development is far more complex. Growth isn’t linear; it’s a winding path marked by periods of rapid progress, plateaus, setbacks, and even the occasional
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Reading Time: 4 minutesIn a world overwhelmed by noise, conflict, and endless distractions, the concept of silence holds a special kind of magic. Bali’s Nyepi Day, a 24-hour period of total silence, offers a profound lesson that is increasingly relevant in today’s turbulent times. The entire island comes to a standstill—no talking, no lights, no flights, no driving.
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Reading Time: 4 minutesIn the journey of life, challenges are inevitable. Whether it’s a career setback, a personal loss, or the daily grind of responsibilities, we all face moments that test our strength and resilience. The way we respond to these challenges, however, can make all the difference in our personal growth and overall well-being. The question that
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn a world obsessed with hustle culture and the illusion of overnight success, one essential element often gets overlooked: showing up. It may sound simple, but in reality, showing up is a powerful act of courage, commitment, and self-belief. It’s about putting yourself out there, imperfections and all, and actively participating in your own life.
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Reading Time: 3 minutesWe live in a world obsessed with excellence. From social media feeds showcasing filtered perfection to the relentless pursuit of peak performance, the pressure to be the best can feel constant and crushing. But what if the key to a happier, more fulfilling life lies not in striving for an unattainable ideal, but in embracing
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Reading Time: 2 minutesThe modern workplace is a diverse ecosystem where employees possess varying attitudes and behaviors towards their jobs. Among these, a notable paradox exists: individuals who incessantly complain about their work are often found to be the ones who remain with the same employer for the longest periods. This intriguing correlation has puzzled researchers and organizational
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Reading Time: 6 minutesWe are creatures of habit. Most of us live our lives on autopilot, allowing our old programming, our past fears, excuses and limitations, to run, craft and shape our lives. 1. Give Up the Past The moment you conclude that you’ve had enough pain and suffering, you can begin working toward a more fulfilling, fruitful
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Reading Time: 5 minutes‘What is happiness?’ is a question that has intrigued individuals for eons. They have climbed the highest peaks, dived to the deepest oceans, sat in caves for months and isolated themselves on islands, and yet still not found the secret to this billion dollar question. When people describe what they most want out of life,
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Reading Time: 3 minutesPreviously published in South Sydney Herald. To a large extent, yes. In any bad situation, I have always striven to find the silver lining, no matter how well-hidden it may be. It’s all up to us whether we wish to fill our lives with positive thoughts or with negative ones. If life were to give me
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