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We are in the midst of a loneliness epidemic.

5 things I'm doing to fight back:

➠ 1. Reaching out to people
It's amazing how a simple "thought of you today" message can reignite a dormant connection or spark an unexpected conversation.

➠ 2. Less time on social media (ironic, I know)
The issue with social media is it gives a false sense of connection. Like fool's gold—shiny on the surface, but lacking real substance. Deep connections are built through shared experiences, and time spent together in person, not through pixels on a screen.

➠ 3. Planning memories
Yes, you can plan memories. Think about the best times you've had with friends or family. What did those moments have in common? Plan more events that put you in situations ripe for creating lasting memories.

➠ 4. Seeking out new interests
It's never too late to try something new, and this is often the best way to connect with like-minded people.

➠ 5. Making it a priority
The easiest way to tell if something's a priority—is it on your calendar or not? You schedule work meetings and doctor's appointments because they're important. Why not do the same for catching up with a friend or calling a family member.

Remember:
When it comes to connection, a little intention goes a long way.

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Life Tip: 
Schedule more time with your favorite people.

3 ways I’m putting this into action:

1️⃣ Planned memories:
I recently planned two separate trips with two of my best friends. We don’t live in the same country anymore, but I’m not going to let that stop us from making more memories together.

2️⃣ Non-negotiable time with loved ones:
A few months ago, I put a non-negotiable recurring block on my calendar to call my mom. Now, every Sunday we talk on the phone without fail. If you want something to happen, put it on your calendar.

3️⃣ Group chats
Want to talk to family more? Want to rekindle a friend group that has drifted apart? Start a group chat. It sounds silly, but it works. There’s something magical about a group chat. It gets people talking without the pressure of always “keeping up the conversation”.

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Don’t wait until January 1st.
Don’t wait until next week.
Don’t wait until tomorrow.

Start today.

Six months from now, you’ll look back at your progress and say “Holy sh*t, I really did it”.

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How can motivation impact goal achievement?

What are some tips for effective goal setting?

A technique that changed my life...

The "Ideal Day" Exercise:

1. Visualize: Imagine your perfect day, from start to finish.
2. List Activities: Write down everything your ideal day would include.
3. Prioritize: Rank these activities by importance.
4. Block Time: Use Google Calendar to block out time for each activity.
5. Adjust: Tweak the schedule to make it realistic.
6. Implement: Start integrating changes into your daily routine.
7. Review and Adapt: At the end of each week, assess how close your days were to your ideal and adjust accordingly.

Highly recommend everyone try this.

Happy Friday!

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How can the 'Ideal Day' Exercise help in prioritizing daily activities?

What significance does Friday hold in implementing new routines?

How can Google Calendar assist in time blocking for daily activities?

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✍️ What do you cherish more the older you get?

Ever notice how it’s the people who can comfortably say "I don’t know" who end up being amazing leaders?

It seems counterintuitive, right?

In a world that often demands quick answers, admitting you don’t have them can actually be your superpower.

It shows that:

You’re real.
You’re learning.
You’re open to figuring things out together with your team.

This is the kind of vibe that gets everyone on board, feeling safe to speak up, share ideas, and ask questions.

So, how can you tap into this? It’s simpler than you think:

1️⃣ Next time you’re asked something you don’t have an answer to, just say "I don’t know" – but don’t stop there. Add, "Let’s find out together," or "What do you think?"

2️⃣ Make it clear to your team that it’s okay not to have all the answers. Celebrate the questions as much as the answers.

3️⃣ Encourage everyone to bring their questions and unknowns to the table. Make brainstorming and problem-solving a team sport.

Let’s ditch the idea that we’ve got to know it all. The real magic happens when we’re brave enough to start with "I don’t know."

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The right question can change your life.

Here are 20 of my favorite self-reflection questions I've collected over the years.

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How to stop overthinking

“It only takes five minutes to break the cycle.

Five minutes of exercise and you are back on the path. Five minutes of writing and the manuscript is moving forward again. Five minutes of conversation and the relationship is restored.

It doesn’t take much to feel good again.”

—James Clear

Are you getting the 7 types of rest?

Sleep is important, but it's only one part of a much larger equation.

If you want to avoid burnout, it's important to remember that rest is multifaceted.

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I’ve tried hundreds of productivity hacks, tips, and tools.

These are the 20 I always come back to.

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"You don't decide your future. 
You decide your habits, and your habits decide your future"

—F. M. Alexander

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