Mental

Before getting too far, I want to make a disclaimer that the phrase Intrusive Thoughts is often spoken about in the context of OCD. I don’t have the expertise to cover the topic from a clinical angle. If this is your situation and you’re looking for specific content of that […]

Unwanted Thoughts: Managing Our Relationship To Intrusive Thoughts

tired polar bear
I don’t want to write this post. I don’t really want to do anything. I’ve spent the entire first half of the day laying on the couch thinking about all the productive things I aspire to but don’t want to do. I’ve opened this page, then browsed to social media, […]

I Feel Unmotivated, Now What?

man standing in forest
I always saw myself having a Master’s degree, a six-figure, enjoyable job, a family, and a house by now. I always saw myself having traveled the world by now. I thought I’d be a professional athlete. I always thought I’d……by now. Why isn’t my life going as planned? Do thoughts […]

Why Life Doesn’t Go As Planned

Ferris Wheel
Wake up. Drink pre-workout. Exercise. That’s been my morning routine for as long as I can remember. As I was working through my New Years resolutions, I realized this habit was so ingrained I couldn’t even imagine what another routine might look or feel like. This spawned questions. Was it […]

How Cycling Personal Habits Increases Happiness

Snail climbing up a crack
But, I’m Trying! I tried setting a bedtime and sticking to it, but it wasn’t working for me. I tried to stop eating so much junk food but, it’s really good! I tried making videos and posts for my blog, but I just didn’t have time. I tried reading a […]

When ‘Trying’ Isn’t Enough: No Excuses

stairs within rubble
*Youtube Link to be added when video is uploaded* Best for: Those who want techniques and mindsets for moving forward from failure. Also for those who have historically been afraid of failure or had failures that set them back for a significant amount of time. Those seeking general self-development who […]

Failing Forward by John Maxwell – Book Review

growth mindset tree
What is a growth or fixed mindset? It’s fairly likely you’ve heard of growth and fixed mindsets before. It’s a framework which breaks out two different belief systems individuals have around challenges and traits. The topic has gained serious traction recently, however, for those who are still in the dark, […]

Growth vs Fixed Mindsets

habits and goals notebook
So, what’s the difference between goals and habits? Let’s get right to the core of this, knowing the difference between goals and habits is pivotal in how you plan and work towards accomplishments. Getting the two confused can be exhausting as you see little progress toward your aspirations. We’ll start with […]

The Difference Between Habits & Goals