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I’m reading this amazing book at the moment – well, not actually reading it, but listening to it. I download a lot of books from audible.com and listen to them while I’m driving or flying.

Anyway, the book is “Blink!” by Malcolm Gladwell. How we think without really thinking about it. And while it’s all captivating, there was one major aha moment for me, particularly regarding the success mindset.

This point was about priming, and how that can have either a positive or negative effect. Continue reading »

Blind Spot # 1 - Still Trapped In Victimhood

Blind Spot # 1 – Still Trapped In Victimhood

Photo by Dark Grey (Flickr Creative Commons License) Sure, you’ve done a lot of self work, attended dozens of courses and read hundreds of books.  You’ve improved your life phenomenally although you know you haven’t reached the end of your journey – there are still many goals you wish to conquer. You’ve been taking responsibility [...]

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My Problems Are Worse Than Your Problems

My Problems Are Worse Than Your Problems

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The Masks We Wear

Do you hide under any of these masks? I’ve got it all together, so I don’t need your help, thank you. It’s all under control. Yes, I can manage. I’ve got it under control. (Jeez, if you only knew how madly I’m trying to cope to make this look effortless. That calm duck paddling madly [...]

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