Lately I’ve been trying to introduce myself to small ways of practicing getting outside of my comfort zone. Trying things that feel awkward or strange, but learning how to do it anyway. Learning how to feel comfortable while doing it. So today I give you a giant list of exercises and ways to get outside … Continue reading 100+ Ways to Get Outside Your Comfort Zone
The Law of Sequencing
A universal law that I have been noticing and applying lately in my life is what I like to call "sequencing". Sequencing AKA the order in which you do things, plays a very big role in the results that you get in life, whether it be at work, in relationships, or in your own personal … Continue reading The Law of Sequencing
A decision of one is never a good decision
I’ve recently implemented a mantra for my decision making process - “a decision of one is never a good decision.” What does this mean? If you only have one option, your decision is fucked to begin with. If you only have one option, one thing to choose from, there is too much weight on that … Continue reading A decision of one is never a good decision
The Black Belt Mindset
During my recent trip to Brazil I had the opportunity to go to a Jiu Jitsu tournament. A friend of mine (black belt!) was competing in the 80 kilo weight class and invited me to join. Opportunity I couldn't pass up! It was an awesome event because it wasn’t just one fight - at any … Continue reading The Black Belt Mindset
The Power of Positive Constraints
Knowing when to dial back and how to do it One of my worst habits is my ability to perpetually bite off more than I can chew. I have periods of dormancy, where I’m anxious that I don’t have enough work on my plate, and then, feeling this anxiety, I go out and create work … Continue reading The Power of Positive Constraints
Daily Experiments in Mental Discipline
How learning a new language helped cultivate discipline in other areas of my life... Teaching myself to learn Portuguese has been a great lesson in mental discipline, and the levels of intensity with which we can try to learn something new. Self admittedly, I’ve been pretty lazy about it. Or better yet, I should say … Continue reading Daily Experiments in Mental Discipline
Getting Back on the Horse
No matter how long you’re doing a routine/habit/hobby, the reality is you’ll eventually fall out of it. It’s unavoidable. Maybe it’s traveling, or sickness or injury or something pops up at work that derails you. Eventually, SOMETHING will knock you out of your routine. This could be small hobbies like meditation and reading or larger ones … Continue reading Getting Back on the Horse