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Welcome to all. My name is Martin, I write stories that will motivate you to keep drifting in life. Some are from my own life some from my friends and some from my students, By the way I am a motivational speaker and life coach.
Stories (8/0)
The Power of Introverts
When I was nine years old, my first summer camp experience unfolded, marked by my mother packing a suitcase brimming with books. To me, it felt like a perfectly normal gesture, a reflection of our family where reading constituted the primary group activity. Despite its potential antisocial interpretation, it was our unique way of being social, basking in the warmth of family while exploring the realms of our own minds.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Motivation
The Best Stats You've Ever Seen
About a decade ago, I undertook the responsibility of educating Swedish undergraduate students in global development. This venture followed roughly 20 years of collaborating with African institutions to study hunger on the continent. Naturally, I was expected to possess a comprehensive understanding of the world. My journey began at the Karolinska Institute, where I initiated an undergraduate course named "global health."
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Proof
Your Elusive Creative Genius
I identify as a writer, and while crafting books is not just my profession but a profound lifelong passion, recent events have compelled me to reassess my connection with this work. The peculiar occurrence revolves around my memoir, "Eat, Pray, Love," which, unlike my previous works, unexpectedly soared to international bestseller status. Consequently, I find myself constantly confronted by well-meaning individuals who treat me as if I'm destined for inevitable failure. The questions persist: "Aren't you afraid you won't surpass that success? Are you concerned about creating another book that resonates with the world?"
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Lifehack
Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are
Let me begin by offering you a valuable no-tech life hack. It only requires a simple change in your posture for two minutes. Before I share this technique, take a moment to assess your current posture. Are you making yourself smaller? Perhaps you're hunching, crossing your legs, or wrapping your ankles. Pay attention to your body language.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Lifehack
The Power of Vulnerability
Several years ago, I was contacted by an event planner who faced a dilemma in describing me for a speaking engagement. She was unsure whether to label me as a researcher or a storyteller. Concerned that calling me a researcher might be perceived as boring and irrelevant, she considered branding me as a storyteller because of my engaging presentation style.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Lifehack
How Great Leaders Inspire Action
How do you account for instances where events unfold contrary to our assumptions? Better yet, how do you justify others' accomplishments that seem to defy conventional wisdom? Take Apple, for example. Despite being just a computer company, it consistently outpaces its competition in innovation year after year. It possesses the same resources as its rivals—access to talent, agencies, consultants, and media. So, what sets Apple apart? A similar question arises when contemplating historical figures like Martin Luther King leading the Civil Rights Movement.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Motivation
Do School Kill Creativity?
Good morning, how are you all? Fantastic. The experience so far has been incredible, hasn't it? I am truly impressed by the entire event, but I must confess, I'm about to embark on a different journey. There have been three recurring themes throughout this conference that directly relate to what I want to discuss. First and foremost, the remarkable display of human creativity evident in every presentation and among the diverse attendees. The sheer variety and extent of creative expression have left a lasting impression on me.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Education
My Philosophy For a Happy Life
Hello to all! I'm Sam, recently celebrating my 17th birthday. A few years ago, just prior to entering high school, my dream was to become a snare drum player in the Foxboro High School Marching Band. However, this dream faced a significant challenge as each snare drum and harness weighed around 40 pounds, and I, being affected by Progeria, weighed only about 50 pounds. Logistically, carrying a regular-sized snare drum became nearly impossible, leading the band director to assign me to the pit percussion section for the halftime show. While pit percussion brought enjoyment with its array of instruments, such as bongos, timpani, timbales, and cowbell, it lacked the marching component that I had envisioned.
By Get Motivated3 months ago in Lifehack
