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Time or Money? Lessons Learned from Sleeping with a Stranger
I just got back from a ten week journey through India. It started out as a two week sightseeing trip with the family, but my mother country had different plans for me. It was day two, and we had just gotten back from viewing the sights of Delhi – an ancient fort, a modern bazaar, […]
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Money Secret #4 – Delight Is In The Details
The last time I was on a date, things got awkward. In itself, nothing new – on my best behavior, I’m unique. Loosened up by alcohol, I turn a bit weird. It started off normal. Following my own advice, we were eating at the highest rated Italian restaurant in New York City. I hadn’t had […]
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There’s More to Life Than Happiness – But That Doesn’t Make Wanting It Stupid or Selfish
The year is 2150. By some miracle, you’re still alive. The Happiness Machine has finally been invented. At a cost of just $100, you can get one for yourself. It’s like a non-stop dose of heroine, ecstasy and marijuana combined, but without any of the negative side-effects – no brain damage, no poisoning, no psychological impairment. […]
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Money Secret #3: The Stoic’s Guide To Buying Happiness
All action is based on prediction. Every time you do something, its because you or your subconscious brain has predicted that doing so will leave you better off than the alternative. Decide to stay with your romantic partner? It’s because you predict they’ll make you feel better than being alone or with someone else. Spend […]
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The Science of Accomplishment – 30 Motivational Skills To Get Your New Year’s Resolution Done
Confident that you’ll achieve your New Year’s resolution? Most people are. Only 12% succeed.1 88% of New Year’s resolutions fail. Let’s make this time different. Gamble and wish for the best, or take the long-term approach and guarantee eventual success. Develop The Skill of Accomplishment Accomplishment is not one inspirational technique or burst of willpower […]
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Money Secret #2: Anticipate As If You’re Going to Kiss Mila Kunis
Do you remember that feeling… of the night before Christmas, of being so excited and full of anticipation that you couldn’t fall asleep? I do, but I’ve really got to squeeze my brain. That youthful luster is a long gone memory. Maturity happened. As an adult in training, my natural urge to anticipate was discouraged. […]
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