8 Reasons to Slow Down

March 9, 2010

Creativity doesn’t like to be rushed. Creativity likes to have ample time to explore new angles, ferment new ideas and concepts, and allow the intuition and undermind to run amok. Read more…

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Knowing When to Quit

February 25, 2010

When you say you’re quitting anything besides seal clubbing, crack smoking, or self-mutilation, people look at you like you’re some kind of failure. Yet, strategically quitting things is an underrated skill. Read on…

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The Power of a Routine

February 20, 2010
train tracks

I wrote more in the last year than I did in the last six years combined. How did I do it? Read more to find out…

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How to Get Out of a Rut (for Cheap)

February 12, 2010

Ruts are like leeches. One or two won’t hurt you, but given time and numbers, they’ll both suck you dry. This article looks at ways to get out of a rut (for cheap!). Read more…

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The End of the Mega Star

February 5, 2010

What do Michael Jackson, centralized media, and tropical fish have in common? Read more to find out…

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Giving Yourself Authority

January 29, 2010

Why is it easier to act in others’ interests rather than our own? How can we give ourselves the authority we need to be lions for our own work? Read more to find out…

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Week 3 Roundup

January 24, 2010
Flying picture

The Pros and Cons of Long Term Travel, Unrealized Projects (a.k.a. a key element of successful artists), 100 Ways to Develop Your Mind, and more. Read more…

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The Importance of Active Leisure

January 19, 2010
Old men playing chess

What is active leisure? Why is it so important? Why do people piss this time away? Read more…

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Week 2 Roundup

January 17, 2010
Holding hands

The Earthquake in Haiti, How Dirty Is your Mind, 5 Ways to Conquer Self-Doubt, and three random lessons learned during my last month in Korea. Read more…

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What is Flow?

January 12, 2010

Csikszentmihalyi’s concept of Flow is like being focused, relaxed, and energized all at once. This article takes a look at what Flow is, why it’s important, and provides some tips for finding Flow. Read more…

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