Self Discovery Archive

  • One of the first things we learn in Self Employment 101 or our Small Business Independent Studies class is that we have to have something that makes us unique. This...

    What Makes YOU So Special, Anyway?

    Figuring that out may make all the difference in the world.
    One of the first things we learn in Self Employment 101 or our Small Business Independent Studies class is that we have to have something that makes us unique. This...

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  • Why do we spend all year not doing something, then decide that we're suddenly going to be able to do it just by putting it on a list?

    It May Be The End Of The Year

    But it isn't the end of the world. Don't let resolutions ruin your life.
    Why do we spend all year not doing something, then decide that we're suddenly going to be able to do it just by putting it on a list?

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  • Outside of rare, really good comedy, I think a culture has been created by those who believe they're pro-minority and pro-women, and imbedded in that culture is the wrong-headed notion that because wrongs were done to the group they support, the situation can be balanced by doing a subtle or overt wrong to the group they view as inappropriately privileged.

    Be Offensive, Be Very Offensive!

    Otherwise, let's get past race and gender and on to greater things
    Outside of rare, really good comedy, I think a culture has been created by those who believe they're pro-minority and pro-women, and imbedded in that culture is the wrong-headed notion that because wrongs were done to the group they support, the situation can be balanced by doing a subtle or overt wrong to the group they view as inappropriately privileged.

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  • Does life sometimes seem like a confounding labyrinth? That's because it IS. And that's most of the fun if you take the right attitude.

    Trust Life

    Embrace the maze.
    Does life sometimes seem like a confounding labyrinth? That's because it IS. And that's most of the fun if you take the right attitude.

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  • For the same reason that flow is so enjoyable – the fact that it’s all-encompassing – it is also an extraordinary state for learning.

    Flow Toward Mastery

    Get yourself engaged, slightly off balance, and completely focused on the moment
    For the same reason that flow is so enjoyable – the fact that it’s all-encompassing – it is also an extraordinary state for learning.

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  • Settling when you're an explorer could be a big mistake. Embrace your inner explorer and discover the exciting new horizons beyond the next mountain range!

    In the Land of Business, are you a Settler or an Explorer?

    You may not want to start on that fort until you know if you're gonna stay!
    Settling when you're an explorer could be a big mistake. Embrace your inner explorer and discover the exciting new horizons beyond the next mountain range!

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  • I’m always happy when I see someone cruise through college, get a job they love, and live a happy life well into their forties. Of course, if that were the...

    Who The Heck Do You Think You Are?

    And just what do you think you're doing?
    I’m always happy when I see someone cruise through college, get a job they love, and live a happy life well into their forties. Of course, if that were the...

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  • How often do you hear someone say “How about next week? This week is CRAZY!”, or “I’d love to, but I’m just SO busy”? Recently a friend of mine who’s...

    Do You Have Too Much on Your Plate?

    Or do you just need a better fork?
    How often do you hear someone say “How about next week? This week is CRAZY!”, or “I’d love to, but I’m just SO busy”? Recently a friend of mine who’s...

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  • One of the most useful lessons I’ve learned over the years is that life is more about journeys than destinations. This may sound a bit cliched, but the fact is...

    Everybody Has A Story

    Is it time to change yours?
    One of the most useful lessons I’ve learned over the years is that life is more about journeys than destinations. This may sound a bit cliched, but the fact is...

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