Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude (Thomas Jefferson).
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Ed Gelbstein put together 10 useful rules that should be carefully considered for our daily life. They can be a practical guide for decisions we have to take or for improving our attitude.
Here are the en rules:
- Never fight with a pig. You both get dirty and the pig likes it
2. Take advantage of every opportunity to keep your mouth shut
3. Never argue with anybody who wears a uniform
4. Never argue with an idiot. People watching will not be able to tell which of you is the idiot
5. It is easier to obtain forgiveness than to obtain permission
6. Don’t ask a question if you are not prepared to live with the answer
7. If you want a new idea, read an old book
8. If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there
9. Don’t adopt a philosophy of life that does not need courage
10. Never look back unless you intend to go that way
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The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function.
F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Derek Beres, in his article published on the blog “Big Think“, explains how our creativity is fading away due to our addiction to data and information.
Engaging creatively requires moments of peace, freedom and meditation. This becomes everyday harder since our brain’s attentional system needs constant stimulation.
Here are four suggestions to disconnect mentioned in the article:
1. Make a long walk—without your phone—a part of your daily routine
2. Get out of your comfort zone
3. Make more time for fun and games
4. Alternate between doing focused work and activities that are less intellectually demanding
“Research shows that the fear of missing out increases anxiety and takes a toll on your health in the long run. Of all the things to suffer, creative thinking is one of our greatest losses”.
To read more, see the full article
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The Diplo calendar 2017 realized by Stefano Baldi presents a selection of quotes for better living and better working.
Here is the selected quotation for the month of September
Minds are like parachutes they only function when open
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It is very important to take in mind that in order to be successful and taking charge of your career is not sufficient studying and finishing school.
A real “leader” is always sure of himself and goes on and faces adversities even if is not simple and there are many obstacles, which apparently seem impossible to overcome.
Here are some suggestions from the article 12 lessons you learn or regret forever:
- Have confidence in yourself. Confidence comes first!But remember: Successful people often exude confidence, but it isn’t their success that makes them confident. The confidence was there first.
- Success in life depends on you. No one can force you to make decisions and take actions that run contrary to your values and aspirations. Do not believe in destiny. You create your destiny.
- Being busy does not equal being productive
It not necessary to work many hours. What counts, is the quality of what you produce. Do no forget it! - You’reonly as good as those you associate with
- Don’t say yes unless you really want to
- Squash your negative self-talk
- Avoid asking “what if?”
Do not think too much about what could have happened if… - Schedule exercise and sleep
It is fundamental to plan and organize you job. Do not come at the last moment! - Seek out small victories
- Don’t seek perfection
- Focus on solutions
- Forgive yourself
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“Isn’t it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?”
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The book ‘Setting Your Vision and Defining Your Goals’ will guide you through the process of establishing your personal mission statement that helps provide clarity and a sense of purpose. How do you want to live? What impact to you want to make? What do you value?
Creating a personal vision statement can be an incredibly rewarding activity. In an age when people rush from one task to another, crafting a vision requires that we slow down and take time for self-reflection and care.
Many successful companies operate by a mission statement written to embody the core values and goals of the company. Similarly, a carefully crafted vision statement will become the roadmap for your life.
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“A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”
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