Category: Simple Idea
Approval: Idea #319
It’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to win the approval of others in all we do. ‘What price do you pay for approval? Are you consistently being yourself, or do you become the person others want you to be? When you can look at your true self and approve of yourself, you…
Apologize: Idea #318
Do you find yourself apologizing a lot? ‘The more we unnecessarily apologize, the less confidence we subconsciously show (to ourselves and others). Here’s what to say instead: 1. Sorry for rescheduling → Thanks for being flexible! 2. Sorry for being late → Thanks so much for waiting. 3. Sorry for bothering you → Thanks for…
Attention: Idea #317
Arguably the most important skill is controlling your attention. This goes beyond merely avoiding distractions. The deeper skill is finding the highest and best use for your time, given what is important to you. More than anything else, controlling your attention is about being able to figure out what you should be working on and…