Hostile, mean, nasty, back stabbing people seem so common we would expect it to be such a well worn issue as to be elementary – Psyche 101. The topic strangely seems obscure or ignored by researchers, but by coincidence, it has been an armchair study issue of mine for quite some time. There may be an explanation as to the research deficit and why problematic personalities seem so common. There also is a relatively simple solution. A stunningly well-crafted guest post by F. Elliot Siemon.
Decision making is one of the most important skills you can master. It will greatly influence the overall track of your career and your life, as well as every single result you get. This guest post by Eduard Ezeanu explores the art of good decision making, giving you the essential steps and ideas in order to develop your ability to make decisions effectively.
Have you ever done something in the heat of the moment, and regret it later? In the cold light of the day, what you did last night seemed completely stupid, something that you would never do – but the fact remains, you did. And quite possibly, if placed in that situation, you might do it again. What is happening inside our heads, and more importantly, how can we stop?
Reading but not doing is quite a common trend amongst readers of personal development blogs. And there is nothing wrong with reading, for knowledge is important, but there comes a time we have to do. John Anyasor presents a guide for practical application.
Why are some people so nasty? We’ve all heard that it is because they are in pain, because they are emotionally impoverished. This post explores this idea, as well as the possibility that we are not at fault. Lastly, we discuss some practical methods for processing out the hurt they cause.
Why do we reject the impermanence of the universe when it comes to our own lives? Why do we cling to old, habits, places and people so dearly, even if they become negative influences? The answer is simple: we fear change. A guest post by Jay Miles.
Compassion has always been said to be one of the most important spiritual practices. When you start giving to life, life starts giving to you, and you realise that you are not separate from everyone else. But is kindness always softness? Is there a different face of compassion, one that is wrathful and strict?
They say the root of all fears is the fear of death itself. Other teachers talk about something different, a variation – that we are ultimately afraid of being nothing, of being no-one. But what does this have to do with me? In understanding this, and processing it out, we can begin to loosen any fear we are struggling with – even if it’s everyday nervousness and shyness.
If we look deeply at our beliefs, at our stories, we might realise that we have so much invested in them that we have been looking at patterns that might not even be there! How do we dissolve these stories, and what can be found on the other side?
Usually, when we think of productivity, images of well-ordered e-mail inboxes and color-coded folders come to mind. However, these things alone aren’t enough to ensure that we’ll work efficiently. If our attention is scattered, or our heart isn’t in what we’re doing, getting things done will still be a struggle. Chris Edgar shares some techniques from Yoga that will help focus your attention on your tasks.
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