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It isn’t what you have or who you are or where you are or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about it.

It isn’t what you have

    About the author Dale Carnegie (1888-1955) was an American writer and lecturer who created courses on self-improvement, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Born to a poor farming family in Missouri, Carnegie worked as a salesman and actor before finding his true calling as a teacher of public speaking. His 1936 book “How to Win Friends… Les mer "It isn’t what you have

    Remember that happiness is a way of travel — not a destination. Roy M. Goodman

    Happiness is a way of travel

      About the author Roy M. Goodman (1938-2014) was an American politician who served as a New York State Senator from 1969 to 2002. Born into a wealthy family with strong political connections, Goodman built his reputation through public service. He studied at Harvard University, graduating with honors before launching his political career. As a Republican… Les mer "Happiness is a way of travel

      Exercise for better memory

      How to sharpen your memory

        I once watched my grandmother solve the daily crossword puzzle every morning for fifteen years. Rain or shine, good health or bad, she tackled those black and white squares with a scholar’s dedication. “Keeps the mind sharp,” she’d say with absolute certainty, tapping her temple with an index finger bent from arthritis. None of us… Les mer "How to sharpen your memory

        The happiness paradox and why you should not track your happiness

        Don’t track your happiness

          The happiness tracking app promised to change my life. Three months later, I had beautiful graphs showing my happiness peaks and valleys. What the app didn’t warn me about, however, was what psychologists call “meta-awareness”, the act of observing one’s own emotions. My spontaneous joy was measured and analysed. I had plenty of data about… Les mer "Don’t track your happiness

          Power Napping for better focus and productivity

          The Science of Power Napping

            Around 1 PM to 4 PM, most people hit a wall. Focus wavers. Mistakes multiply. Productivity plummets. The standard response? More caffeine. Another energy drink. Push through it. Stay busy. We’ve built a culture that praises constant activity and views rest as weakness. That coffee might keep you awake, but it won’t make you smarter… Les mer "The Science of Power Napping

            Motivational punch cards for achieving your goals

            Make Your Motivational Punch Card

              Remember that coffee shop loyalty card? The one that gives you a rush of satisfaction with each punch? What if you could apply that same feeling to hitting your personal goals? What is a motivational punch card? A motivation punch card is a small physical card you create to track progress toward specific goals. Each… Les mer "Make Your Motivational Punch Card

              Regret is a sign of progress. If you look back at your past self and see a fool, congratulations: you’ve grown.

              Regret is a sign of progress

                About the author Gurwinder Bhogal is a popular writer and thinker who shares his ideas through X.com (formerly Twitter) under the handle @g_s_bhogal. His sharp observations about human psychology, cognitive biases, and personal growth have built a strong following. Bhogal often writes about mental models, decision-making, and how people can improve their thinking. The meaning… Les mer "Regret is a sign of progress

                To a great extent, our habits define us. You might call yourself an artist, but if you spend most of your time on the sofa watching Netflix, you're really a couch potato. John P. Weiss

                You’re really a couch potato

                  About the author John P. Weiss is a storyteller whose life took many turns before he found his true calling. A former police chief with over 26 years in law enforcement, Weiss traded his badge for brushes and pens to become a full-time artist and writer. His background combines the structure and discipline of law… Les mer "You’re really a couch potato

                  Schedule a worry windows in your calendar to reduce stress and increase your well-being.

                  The worry window

                    Your mind races with thoughts about unpaid bills, work deadlines, family issues, and health concerns. These worries steal your focus, drain your energy, and leave you exhausted. Sound familiar? You need to schedule your worry windows in your calendar. A worry window is 10-15 minutes each day when you give yourself full permission to worry… Les mer "The worry window