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2 Common Ways People Get Stuck
Let me start this off by saying I am a college student. I'm 19 years old, and pursuing a degree in history as well as studying archaeology. I've got a lot on my plate most days, and on top of all the reading, writing, and research, I struggle with depression and anxiety. I cannot tell you how many times I've woken up at 7:30 A.M. only to turn my alarm off, tell myself, "I just can't do this today..." and go right back to sleep. I cannot tell you how many times I've opened a book on a subject that I am fascinated by, read one page, and put it down, only to end up staring at the ceiling for twenty minutes wondering why I just couldn't understand the words in front of me. I am stuck.
By Hannah Snyder6 years ago in Motivation
The Millennial Entrepreneur
The year is 2018 and our world is becoming more driven by computerisation, automation, and connectivity every day. This means that consumers, employees, and disruptors who were once at the mercy of the autocracy of big business now have access to information at the snap of a finger and are well enough informed to have completely flipped the script.
By Josh Firmin6 years ago in Motivation
Time Is Money, and You Don't Know the Value of Time
People will speak of the value of money. Your parents will tell you, "You still don't know the value of money. If you get a job, you will understand." But people don't tell you the value of time. Yet every day, many people struggle with keeping time, being productive, and reaching their aspirations and life goals. Years go by and they still struggle and find themselves wondering where they are going wrong. The persistent ones try harder; they feel motivated and may start doing something about their lack of focus and momentum, but again, can find themselves lost in the sauce (lost in the world) and before you know it, their mind and the world is taking them in many directions all at once leaving them...directionless.
By mona Lisa6 years ago in Motivation
A Reason to Live
Life is hard, and I'm sure everyone has asked themselves at some point something along the lines of: "Why am I doing this?" or: "Is my life really joyful and fulfilling?" There is no one answer to these types of questions, but I have a philosophy. My idea isn't an all-encompassing solution, and I don't pretend to live perfectly—no sir! However, this idea sure has opened my eyes to the value of the time that I am so lucky to have on this planet.
By Zachary Boulanger6 years ago in Motivation
Odds Are
According to the statistics, I am 1200 percent more likely to commit suicide than the average person. According to the statistics, my life span should be about 20 years less than average. Did I know this when planning out life, or did I end up accepting a future of failure? Heck no. I would not consider myself extremely successful, but I do understand that I am far better off than my statistical average. If I knew what the odds of failure were before beginning the pursuit of life, I would have would have assumed a life of failure. I am GLAD that I did not understand what my ACE score was before applying for college. My heart breaks for the kids who grow up with Adverse Childhood Experiences and have accepted their lot in life. Renner's High was created to crush the notion that statistics can dictate someones life.
By Renner Winston6 years ago in Motivation
Being a 'Creative'
Anyone who knows me will know that I have been studying music now for over three years. Music, music, music has been my life – there is no getting away and although I am grateful for that, I also wonder what life would be like if I had done something else. I always enjoyed philosophy and history and surprisingly, I had a knack for science, but music was what I was drawn to. A way of self-expression, communication and an outlet for emotion or thought which admittedly, I am not very good at otherwise. Because of this, I chose to take music as a GCSE and specialise in three different music courses at college. Now, I take commercial music at university and would never look back.
By Maddie Christy6 years ago in Motivation
Empaths: What No One Talks About
OK, so bear with me for just a minute, and I'll get your attention. I think we're all, to some extent, versed on the whole business of personality types, intro & extroverts and the increasingly more common media topic of ‘Are YOU an empath?’ offering us 10 more or less vague signs that we maybe, or maybe not, tune into other people's emotions.
By Sly NoBody6 years ago in Motivation
How To Be Confident . Top Story - February 2018.
Self confidence comes from feeling good about yourself and believing in your abilities, it is basically a state of mind, but it doesn't come naturally to everyone! Confident thinking and behaviour can be practised over time and will eventually become a habit: here are 8 essential tips for both understanding and gaining confidence.
By Chloé Anna6 years ago in Motivation
I Forgot How To Life
So, hello. Welcome to my typical, "where to begin" beginning to my story, or article, whatever you wanna call it. First, let me just state outright that I for one am not a writer so please excuse any disgusting writing styles you WILL come across. Secondly, I have a sarcastic sense of humour, which is often at the expense of myself or my closest friends so please bear with me. Lastly, as another sort of introduction to you all about what this writing is (or is trying to be), to be honest I don't really know. I guess you could call it an open invitation to my new diary or even just me ranting about my life that really shouldn't be this hard. Either way, I hope you enjoy what we can call the "Unknown" Series.
By Jessica Harris6 years ago in Motivation
Where Is My Angel?
By just reading the title, you might already have an idea about what I’m about to tell you. Common sense tells you, “It's just another love, heartbreaking story,” or most commonly used by me “Another poor, pathetic bastard who gets too sentimental about something not worth his time.” Yes, something I would say. But before we get into my story, I want to tell you a little about me. ‘Why?’ you might ask. Hell, the last conversation I had with a stranger was about another Kylie Jenner pregnancy situation, well something like that. I usually tune out after I hear something that’s not interesting to me. But the real reason is so you can walk in my shoes while reading my story. Get a feel of what you’re about to read. Also maybe because conversations like this don't come around like they used too. I blame technology. Well my story is unique, truthful, and very special to me. It’s your choice if you want to get high with some truth. But I'm not responsible for your sentimental behavior.
By Enrique Marentes6 years ago in Motivation