About the author Alain de Botton is a well-known Swiss-born British philosopher, author, and public speaker. He was born on December 20, 1969, in Zurich, Switzerland, and now lives in London. His writing covers a wide range of topics connected to how philosophy relates to everyday life. His clear writing style has made him a… Les mer "Feeling lost, crazy and desperate
We often fall into the trap of viewing new habits as an all-or-nothing game. It’s as if a single slip-up in our diet or missing a day of writing in our journal condemns us to failure. We convince ourselves that our lack of motivation to work out signifies a lack of willpower. But here’s the… Les mer "Regelen om å ikke bomme to ganger på rad
About the author Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) was an American statesman, politician, and writer who served as the 26th President of the United States from 1901 to 1909. He was known for his progressive policies, conservation efforts, and charismatic personality. Roosevelt was also a prolific writer and author, having published numerous books on various topics, including… Les mer "Comparison is the thief
About the author Don Herold (1889-1966) was an American humorist, writer, and cartoonist known for his witty and insightful observations on human nature. He gained popularity for his humorous essays, cartoons, and aphorisms that often reflected a keen understanding of the human condition. Herold’s work was characterized by a blend of humour and wisdom, making… Les mer "Unhappiness is not knowing what we want
About the author Laozi, also known as Lao Tzu, is a famous Chinese philosopher who is believed to have founded Taoism. While his existence is debated, he is thought to have lived in China around the 6th century BCE. The name “Laozi” means “the Old Master,” showing people’s great respect for him. Laozi’s most important… Les mer "Care what other people think?
About the author Epicurus (341-270 BCE) was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the school of philosophy known as Epicureanism. He was known for his teachings on the pursuit of happiness and the importance of living a simple and self-sufficient life. Epicurus believed that the key to a happy life was to minimize pain and… Les mer "Self-sufficiency
About the Author Charles-Louis de Secondat, Baron de La Brède et de Montesquieu, born on January 18, 1689, near Bordeaux, France, was a French political philosopher whose intellectual legacy reverberates through the annals of history. His seminal work, “The Spirit of Laws”, stands as a cornerstone of political theory during the Enlightenment. Montesquieu’s life unfolded… Les mer "Happiness is not the absence of problems
Om forfatteren John Lubbock, 1. baron Avebury, født 30. april 1834 i London, England, var en universalbegavelse hvis ettermæle gir gjenklang på en rekke ulike områder. Som den fjerde baronetten stammet han fra en slekt av bankmenn og lærde. Lubbocks mangefasetterte liv utspilte seg på bakgrunn av vitenskapelige undersøkelser, politisk engasjement og filantropi. Hans tidlige år ... Les mer "Lykke er noe som må praktiseres
Om forfatteren Eric Barker, et navn som gir gjenklang av visdom og innsikt, har skapt seg en nisje innen suksesspsykologi. Han ble født 12. februar 1912 i England, og bega seg ut på en reise som skulle avdekke prestasjonens mysterier. Selv om Eric Barker ikke var fysiker som sin navnebror, har han hatt en innflytelse som overskrider... Les mer "Mindre teksting, mer klemming
Om forfatteren Germany Kent, født som Evelyn Palmer 29. juli 1975 i Greenville, Mississippi, er en mangefasettert kraft i medie- og kommunikasjonsverdenen. Hennes bemerkelsesverdige reise spenner over journalistikk, TV, litteratur og filantropi. Kents arbeid har prydet sidene i prestisjetunge publikasjoner som INC. Magazine, Fast Company og Forbes. Hun har... Les mer "Lykken oppnås når du slutter å vente på at livet ditt skal begynne
