Everybody wants your attention. Even the notifications popping out of your smartphones fight for your attention. We’re pretty liberal with how freely we spend our time, and sometimes it’s the obligations we impose on ourselves regarding what our family, friends,…
Time, as a concept, has been a subject of deep philosophical contemplation throughout human history. From ancient philosophers to modern scientists, the interpretation of time has evolved dramatically. The Ancient Greeks, for instance, had two words for time – ‘Chronos,’…
You’re sad only when you lose something valuable. You’re scared, only when the danger is present. You’re in guilt only when you know you did something wrong. Emotions are important. Deal with them and understand them because hiding them doesn’t…
Life is often compared to a game, filled with endless turns and spins, challenges, and victories. A particular metaphor rings profoundly true – that of likening life to a game of poker, where one must “play the hand you’re dealt.”…
Imagine a sword over your head that symbolizes that something terrible can happen to you, too, at any time. We are all mortal, so we should stop behaving as if we are destined to live forever. This sword dangles over…
We own nothing when we are born, and we own nothing when we leave. We borrowed it from our forefathers, and when our time comes, we return and leave them for the next generation. There’s no other option because this…
Death is a prophecy that never fails. Every second that goes away is lost forever. Your time is a gift; be thankful for it and enjoy it with others. We are all dying, so make the best of what you…
There are situations in life where we feel everything is lost, and there’s no moving forward. So we start complaining more and dive deep into self-pity. During those times, calm yourself and remind yourself that nothing is as bad as…
An undisciplined person can be distracted and riled up by any little thing, be it from social media or by an acquaintance. But a strong person doesn’t react to negative toxic people and situations. They know what to ignore and…
We spend hours on Instagram and other social media comparing our lives to others behind the scenes. That’s where our insecurity kicks in—by comparing to their every post and story. This comparison often results in resentment, not just to others…
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