Replace People Who Don’t Support You With Encouragers

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Why do some friends and family members try to discourage your ambitious goals? What can you do when the people closest to you aren’t in your corner? Success requires more than just hard work and determination—it demands a supportive environment. The wisdom found in The Boron Letters (Gary and Bond Halbert) reveals why certain relationships might be holding you back and offers guidance on surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision. Keep reading to discover how to build a network that elevates your goals instead of diminishing them.

The Benefits of a Vision: 2 Reasons You Need One (Michael Hyatt)

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What makes some leaders and their teams consistently outperform others? Why do certain organizations maintain focus and momentum while others get distracted by every new opportunity? The benefits of a vision extend far beyond mere goal-setting. A well-crafted vision serves as both a powerful motivator and a strategic compass, helping organizations navigate challenges and make better decisions about their future. Keep reading to explore Michael Hyatt’s insights into how a compelling vision can transform your leadership approach and revolutionize your organization’s performance.

Should You Take Supplements? Mostly “No” and a Little Bit “Yes”

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Should you take supplements? Do whole foods provide better nutrition than supplements? What nutrients might you need to supplement a plant-based diet? Nutrition experts emphasize the importance of getting nutrients from whole foods rather than supplements. Their research reveals that isolated nutrients often fail to provide the same benefits as those found naturally in foods. Keep reading to discover why you can skip most supplements and which ones you might actually need.

Ed Mylett: The Reticular Activating System Helps You Focus

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What role does your brain’s filtering system play in achieving your goals? How can you train your mind to notice more opportunities that align with your dreams? According to Ed Mylett, the reticular activating system in your brain filters information and shapes your perception of reality. By understanding and working with this natural mechanism, you can enhance your awareness of opportunities that match your aspirations. Continue reading to discover practical techniques for programming your RAS to support your journey toward success.

How a Psychosomatic Disorder Diagnosis Is Made

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How are psychosomatic disorders diagnosed? Why do these types of disorders exist on a spectrum? Douglas Hoffman is an orthopedist with decades of experience in sports medicine. He takes a particular interest in how psychological and social factors lead to mindbody disorders, and diagnosing them with a thorough exam.  Check out how Hoffman conducts a psychosomatic disorder diagnosis to help struggling patients.

Gabor Maté’s The Myth of Normal: Book Overview

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What does it mean to be “normal”? What role does trauma play in your health? What is the biopsychosocial model of health? In The Myth of Normal, physician and trauma expert Gabor Maté writes that much of what society labels as abnormal behavior, mental illness, or dysfunction actually represents normal responses to adverse life experiences. He advocates a trauma-informed perspective that addresses the root psychological and social causes of what we label as illness. Continue reading for an overview of Gabor Maté’s The Myth of Normal.

Friedrich Nietzsche: Morality Needs an Overhaul

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What drives our understanding of right and wrong? How do different societies develop their moral codes? In Beyond Good and Evil by Friedrich Nietzsche, morality is under the microscope. Nietzsche’s analysis explores two distinct types—master morality and herd morality—while examining how Christianity shaped Western ethical thinking. Keep reading to discover why Nietzsche believed Western society needed to move beyond traditional moral frameworks and create new values for the future.