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How to Drop That Guilt About 'Failed' Resolutions.
With the start of a new year comes the general onslaught of new expectations, resolutions and hopeful promises to yourself. Huge, exciting ideas of weight loss, brand new hobbies and new year new me swim to the forefront of your mind.
Rk.kePublished 2 years ago in MotivationGetting Rid of the "New Year, New Me" Mantra
“New Year, New Me” I’m tired of the marketing target placed on the new year. The tummy-tea, the new diets, and the constant comparison to others, especially at this time of year. Because of this overwhelming fake-positivity, I have recently retired from the idea of a typical “new year’s resolution” because if there is any time to start doing something I want, it’s now. At any point in the year, if I want to start something new, I should.
KBPublished 2 years ago in MotivationHow to Organise and Manage Emails Like a Spartan Warrior
A Spartan was a citizen of the ancient Greek polis of Sparta, now they may have had tablets - stone tablets, but what they didn't have was emails. Today, we do have emails but lack the mindset of a Spartan. It's time to apply the ancient wisdom of the Spartans to tackle our professional and personal emails without them stressing us out and impacting our mental wellbeing!
Trisha DunbarPublished 2 years ago in MotivationHow to Extract Positivity from Negative Minded People - the Stoic Way
Marcus Aurelius, the Emperor of Rome, allowed writers to criticize him. In year 161, it was rare. But the question is: why did he do that?
Dew LangrialPublished 2 years ago in Motivation22 Vocal Resolutions for 2022
Happy new year, Vocal community! 2021 was such a big year for this website, and it's exciting to ponder what 2022 has in store for us. Whether you're a creator, reader, or a little bit of both, Vocal has probably defined your year in one way or another.
Kathryn MilewskiPublished 2 years ago in MotivationChoosing JOMO Over FOMO
There’s something about the soothing sound of crackling wood fire and crickets chirping rhythmically like a metronome at night in the great outdoors. The smell of oak and pine trees add tranquility and dimension to nature’s ASMR and reminds me that everything will be alright.
Honey LemonPublished 2 years ago in MotivationMy Fake Crisis that is Real
I am walking down the street when a crippling wave of vertigo and nausea hits me so hard I need to sit on nearby steps to avoid falling over. But the weakness is not going away. The nausea remains, along with an awful taste in my mouth. I experience the flavor of decay and despair. I feel as if I am in a deathtrap that is inches from closing.
Victor RotariuPublished 2 years ago in MotivationWish Me Luck
Well, that didn't last long. The chaos dulled as the last school term of 2021 finally, sluggishly drew to a desperate close. Breathing a long, shaky sigh of relief, I promised myself I would not do any more work until after Christmas. I promised this with the knowledge that a few days of rest after this completely nonsense year was well deserved and by no means too much to ask. When I made this solemn vow, I meant it with all of my heart and, I swear, I believed I would stay true to my word...I was wrong.
Bree BeadmanPublished 2 years ago in MotivationSpeaking Up For My Silenced Self
In my small-town, Midwestern high school, my film teacher makes a homophobic joke about my project. The principal is sitting in on class today. Maybe my teacher feels the breath on the back of his neck. Maybe he doesn’t think about it at all.
Ivy JongPublished 2 years ago in MotivationTights, Tutus, and... Gray Hairs?
A distant echo of squeals greets me as I open the front door. My heart leaps from my chest into my throat. I hesitate for a moment before starting my climb up the seemingly neverending flight of stairs.
Jacaranda C.Published 2 years ago in MotivationLadies, Stop Playing It Nice.
In our highly opinionated culture of social media blossom, where criticizing became a norm and a pastime, we live life to earn the praise. We show off to impress others, pursue a career widely approved and wanted. Hardly ever do we stop to meditate whether the chase is compatible with our nature.
Katarzyna PortkaPublished 2 years ago in MotivationWill Smith’s Life Advice Really Does Work
The doughnut paradox has a hole in it. You know a doughnut is full of fats and sugars and has no nutritional value. All that fat, flour and sugar will cost you 250 to 550 calories.
Malky McEwanPublished 2 years ago in Motivation