A Simple Explanation of Self-Control vs. Self-Discipline

Both self-control and self-discipline are two critical character traits one must have to achieve a difficult goal. It’s easy to confuse the two and often people use these terms interchangeably. However, there is an important distinction that’s worth remembering. Self-control is about stopping yourself, self-discipline is about pushing yourself. My wife explains it this way […]

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What We Already Know about Burnout + Two Knew Facts about Parenting

A new research report from Florida State University concludes that kids with helicopter parents are more likely to burn out. I came across this report while reading the health and wellness section on CNBC. The article title is Kids with ‘helicopter parents’ more likely to burn out, have a harder time transitioning to ‘real world’. […]

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Why Thinking Positive is Critically Important to Success in Anything

Thinking positive in both good and bad times is a skill not everyone has. For those who do have it, a positive mindset provides the ability to create expectations that bend reality in their favor. According to a series of research studies, there are 5 proven benefits that positive thinkers get over negative thinkers. Thinking positive […]

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