Why is it important for people who are pursing their dreams to know their blind spots? Because it is a necessary part of their personal growth. Identifying the blind spots and understanding them heightens a person’s level of self-awareness. When they develop a greater self-awareness, it puts them in greater alignment with themselves. The result is a speedier progression toward achieving their dreams. Here are 10 common blind spots that people pursuing their dreams are unaware they have....

1 – Average People Had That Idea First You weren’t just one wrong move away from achieving fame and fortune. Overnight success only exists for people willing to claw and climb their way to the top for years with little to no recognition, money, or energy. Put in two years of sleepless nights slaving away at thousands of pages of code…then you won’t need to tell me the story of how you invented social media....

Most conventional wisdom about learning, studying, and education is either mis-guided or wrong. Here are 10 quotes that will have you reconsidering everything you thought you knew about school. 1. “I have never let schooling interfere with my education” – Mark Twain This popular Twain-ism refers to “education” more as your lifelong process of figuring out how to navigate the world. School is a small part of that, and in many ways can interfere with learning: imposing strict boundaries, oversimplifying otherwise interesting and complex topics, and more generally making “education” into regimented work rather than creative discovery....

When you’re applying to work at a company, your cover letter is the first thing that the HR folks or hiring committee will see, so don’t screw it up. Below are ten egregious errors that potential applicants should avoid, plus a bit of advice on how to amend them. 1. “I Would Love to Work for Goggle.” You would not believe how often people misspell the name of the company they’re applying to work for, and no, it isn’t a minor issue that will be overlooked....

Looking for relief? Don’t worry – I’ve found five exercises to help you get rid of lower back pain… and five exercises you should avoid. 5 Exercises to Relieve Lower Back Pain These exercises strengthen your back without causing unnecessary damage. 1. Partial Crunches Partial crunches are great to strengthen your back and stomach muscles without too much added tension. Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet on the floor....

1. Prevent Dust from Building Up When you discover that dust is a huge problem for your windows, use an antiseptic spray to keep it from building up. Be sure to clean the blinds prior to applying the antiseptic spray, like Static Guard. 2. Prevent Streaking Use a squeegee made with a soft and smooth rubber edge. Start the squeegee 1 inch from the edge of the window, after you have dried the 1 inch edge strip with a piece of crumpled up black and white newspaper....

1. Understand yourself before you dive in One of the most overlooked aspects of forex trading is that it’s not all about numbers, markets, and probability. It’s also one big psychological game. If you’re not yet self-aware enough about your strengths and weaknesses, it’s best to really understand where you stand before you head into your first trades. Emotions like greed and fear can quickly take over while trading and that will ultimately lead to a loss of money for you....

Yet as those people also know, it isn’t all bad. In fact, much of the time it is really pretty fun. And with the right understanding and the right ideas about what you want within the broad and ever-expanding hospitality sector, these tips could steer you in the direction of your next best career move. So here’s why hospitality is great. 1. It is social It is SO social. You are hosting!...

Whether you want to be a better person, get healthier, or find fulfillment in your work, there are a number of habits you need to develop that are common to all of these goals. In this article, we’ll explore 10 of the most important ones. 1. Socialize with people with similar interests. There’s one thing all successful people are good at: networking. It’s a simple premise: find people with similar interests and spend time with them....

However, passion by itself won’t achieve results unless you put some extra effort to achieve it. So last year, I took a step forward to finally pursue my dream of writing. The first thing I learnt during following my passion, and would advise everyone to follow is establishing a habit of writing daily, as writing skills only come through a daily practice. It wasn’t easy until I started to write things like this article daily, the one you’re reading now, and I am learning a new thing every day....

Even if we don’t want to admit it, the people we hang around with have a significant impact on us. One study showed that each positive person you let into your “circle” increases your chances of being positive by 11%. And just as quickly as a positive person can improve your corporate culture, a Negative Nancy can bring down team morale as well. Now, it’s up to you to determine if each member of your business is contributing positivity and good vibes, or if they’re actually a toxic piece that has to be removed....

The occasional post on Twitter or a few minutes scrolling through your Facebook feed can be a relaxing addition to your day. However, when you feel the need to post every ten minutes, check any and all updates during your break times at work, and feel that your life isn’t living up to those you see on your friends’ pages, it has become detrimental to your mental health. As much as you may love your social media followers, is there adoration really worth the toll it takes on your mental and physical health?...

These 10 time hacks are as simple as they come. Every single thing in this list will take you less than one minute to implement into your life, but the results of each can be incredible. Here are 10 one-minute time hacks that will make you more productive. Say “no” to three things Here’s a challenge for you: this week say “no” to three commitments that might zap you of your energy, time, or motivation....

But those of us who go to the gym regularly know the true reasons we’ve shelled out big bucks for our memberships: 1. To win stuff Just like any other business, gyms have to lure in customers for those memberships, as membership-based businesses typically have a high turnover. One of the most frequent and most successful ways to generate more members is to offer prizes. Gyms will often hold raffles for equipment such as mountain bikes or free months of memberships for those who sign up during a certain period....

1. They give us hope. When we hear a story of a family over-tipping their waitress or donating their Christmas presents to a homeless shelter, our first reaction is usually “Faith in humanity: restored.” As I said, we’re so inundated with negative stories on the news and on our Facebook feeds that hearing of such positivity and kindness helps remind us that not everyone out there is awful. These people are the ones who keep the rest of us going, even on our toughest days....

1. They Practise Self-Discipline Regular diary writing takes self-discipline and perseverance. There is no expectation for results, which some may find difficult as there isn’t any obvious success to show for their work. However, diaries can teach the art of discipline, writing regularly in order to look back on entries, rather than seeing results instantaneously. 2. They Use Diaries to Self-heal There’s nothing more healing than spilling your feelings to a friend – however, sometimes we don’t want anyone else knowing our business, so what better way to self-heal than writing a diary....

Irresistible people may seem like they have special gifts that allow them to seduce and influence anyone they meet, but in fact, they have many “secrets” that they have learned over their lifespan that allow them to attract others and get what they want. Perhaps the greatest secret of all is that anyone can be irresistible. Charm, charisma, and magnetism are all skills that you can develop over time no matter who you are today....

1. They manage their temper They are not impulsive or irrational. They act candidly to ensure that they and others around them are treated with respect. It really is about staying above a situation and showing that they can be in control of their emotions, by dealing with every negative emotion with something pure and real. 2. They are considerate They are meticulous about what they say or do. They wouldn’t lie or or search for negative qualities to make you feel gloom....

1. You are alive. Every day, another 146,357 exit stage left and don’t come back onstage to perform again in this show called “Life.” I realize this might be a grim way to start this list, but a healthy dose of truth just might help you snap out of that sluggish existence. Be excited that you are still alive and kicking. Your clock is ticking. Time is a limited resource, so get out there and make things happen....

1. Chicken Lettuce Wraps This most delicious recipe is simple to prepare and has very, very easy clean up. It is very similar to P. F. Chang’s. Tod Wilbur unlocked and has shared a very similar restaurant version of his Chicken Lettuce Wraps. Very healthy and low cal! Ready in minutes. 2. Ginger Beef This great recipe is wonderfully filling and takes very little time to prepare. It has a bit of crunch and is simply delicious....