Self-development
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Why I Stopped Multitasking and What Happened Next: A personal reflection on a productivity experiment
As a biology student, juggling multiple tasks led to exhaustion and poor work quality. This changed with The Fabulous app, which introduced focus blocks and deep work concepts. The realization that multitasking is a myth helped reduce cognitive costs and… Continue reading
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I would love if my little blog helped someone.
I started blogging in 2023, and my goal was to use this blog as a lead magnet. That failed miserably, but I was lucky to find a community where one can share their thoughts. Now I just hope that my… Continue reading
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The Truth About Accountability Partners. Unraveling 3 myths.
Ever set a huge, exciting goal, only to lose steam when life gets in the way? An accountability partner can be a game-changer, but the concept is surrounded by major myths that can lead to more stress than support. In… Continue reading
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Journaling, video games, and meditation: My antidotes to stress, sadness, and more.
A few days ago, I took a personality test that told me I was a “defender.” Defenders want to do things right but can quickly become overwhelmed. Well, that kind of suits me. Nevertheless, I know how important it is… Continue reading
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Why more men should journal.
Journaling is a powerful tool for self-reflection and personal growth that men should not overlook. I might be under the impression that journaling is perceived as a female activity because I watched several shows where a teen girl writes “Dear… Continue reading
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Learning from my failures, even if I hate them.
Failure is my old and probably most frequent company. I’m the kind of person who is very sensitive to failure. You see, when I fail, I start doubting my self-worth and feel terrible. However, I have learned that failure is… Continue reading
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Start journaling to put your mind at ease and grow your business.
As a small business owner or solopreneur, your days are likely a whirlwind of tasks, decisions, and emotions. I know that from experience, as I’ve been a virtual assistant to CEOs of small businesses (and I also have this small… Continue reading
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