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Firesides
A collection of bite-sized life lessons from everyday stories and moments.
27 articles
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Having a Growth Mindset is Not a Bad Idea
The growth mindset gets a bad rap nowadays, but here's how it has worked for me for over a decade.
4 min read
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A Purpose for Every Corner
Our lives are too complex to be driven by a single purpose. Find one for each corner.
3 min read
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Lessons from a Cricket Match
Sport is a great teacher. Here are a few things I learned watching a cricket match.
3 min read
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The 85% Rule, Applied Twice
The 85% rule already encourages premium-quality work, but this will take it a step further.
2 min read
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The Chemistry of Happiness
Happiness can be found in even the most modest experiences. Here's how.
3 min read
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When You're Already In Too Deep
Sometimes, getting out is a wise move regardless of how much you've invested.
3 min read
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The Accidental Journal
This lightweight semi-automatic journaling system is what I needed all along.
3 min read
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5-4-3-2-1
A quick 2-minute exercise to pull you back to reality from anxious thoughts.
3 min read
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Chasing Speed Breakers
How I intentionally slow down every day to progress faster in the long run.
2 min read
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It Was Gezellig
The Dutch feeling of gezellig is hard to explain but it is something well within our reach.
2 min read
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What's the Worst That Could Happen?
Harnessing the age-old simple antidote to stress.
3 min read
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Minimum Effort Start
When was the last time you didn't start something because it seemed too daunting?
3 min read