Posts tagged with “happiness”
The problem with grinding
Are we successful because we grind? Or in spite of it? Learn how the grind might be holding you back instead of giving you the boost we might expect.
efficiencyhappinessproductivitysuccessworklifebalanceRead post ›What Are You Optimizing For?
The “right” or “wrong” decision depends on who you are. How can you be more sure you’re making the right decision for you? Know what you’re optimizing for!
adulthoodconfidencehappinesssuccessRead post ›The Importance of Setting Good Expectations
Every negative emotion I’ve felt (or caused) can be traced back to violated expectations. Learning to set better expectations is a business superpower.
failurehappinesslearningsuccessRead post ›Read the Label: What we risk when we outsource our identities.
Labels define how other people perceive us. It’s time to rethink how much control we’re giving up when we assign labels to ourselves.
happinessidentityjudgmentRead post ›Only Keep Score Against Yourself
Success is not how much money you make. It’s not how much stuff you own. It’s not your job, your status, or your rank against the neighbors. So what is it?
confidencehappinessphilosophysuccessRead post ›Why do I always feel disappointed after I get something I want?
It’s tempting to always push for more. But does it actually make us happy when we get it? Why aren’t we happier after we achieve our goals?
balancehappinesslearningRead post ›Stop Glossing Over the Good Stuff: How to Be More Positive
We’re not born as “glass half full” or “glass half empty” people. We make that choice each day. Here’s how to stop negativity and start being more positive.
friendshappinessmentorshippositivityRead post ›Are you working in your “Goldilocks Zone”? Or are you headed for burnout?
If you don’t get enough done? You feel like shit. Work too much? You feel like shit. How can you stay happy and avoid burnout? Find the Goldilocks Zone.
happinessproductivityworklifebalanceRead post ›I Want Out: What to Do When We Feel Stuck and We Want to Start Over
What to do when we find ourselves feeling stuck or without a clear sense of direction. HINT: We don’t necessarily need to burn it all down and start over.
adulthoodfearhappinesspositivityworklifebalanceRead post ›Fake problems: slaying dragons, and why maybe we shouldn’t.
If we’re looking for them, there are always bigger, more challenging problems to tackle. But are we making anything better by fighting these battles?
adventurehappinessmonstersritesofpassageRead post ›