Get Good at Finishing Things
Recently I had a reader write in to me about not being good at finishing things. A few examples of things they haven’t finished: I can relate! It can be hard to finish things
Author: Leo Babauta
Our Mistaken Ideas About What Makes Us Happy
Most of us are operating on mistaken ideas about what gives us happiness — and these errors are costly. Think about how you normally spend your days — and then think about whether that’s making you happy.
Building Trust in Yourself
I find that almost all problems are a breakdown in trusting ourselves. If we could trust ourselves fully, so many things become effortless.
My Morning Routine
Lately I’ve been waking up early (5:30am), because I traveled to London for a couple of weeks to lead a retreat, and my sleep schedule shifted.
The Possibility of Slowing Down
Our days are a busy rush, often from the moment we wake up. Even in our moments of rest, we are often on our phones or using technology to distract ourselves.
The Chaos & Abundance of Spring
For many of us in the Northern hemisphere, Spring has fully arrived: gorgeous sunshine, warmer weather, green trees, blossoms. It’s glorious!
The Moment That Ruins Our Focus
I challenge you to do a test before you read the rest of this post (well OK, read the next two paragraphs then go do the challenge)
The Focus of a Monk
As I write this, I’m on a long plane ride — I’ve written many posts on planes and trains, and I find it actually much easier to write this way despite the shakiness of my laptop on these rides.
Honoring Your Word to Yourself
There is a power to our word that is very often underdeveloped — words are magic, and can create the world around us.
Cultivate a Positive Mindset
One of the best long-term things you can do for a happier life and better relationships is to cultivate a positive mindset.