Alcoholic Anonymous encourages its members to take things one day at a time. Otherwise, attempting too much too soon can interfere with achieving sobriety or any major goal. It’s natural to become overwhelmed if you try to imagine giving up alcohol or any powerful habit on a permanent basis. It’s less distressing to think in terms of drinking just water for the next 24 hours … [Read more...] about The Magic of Taking Things One Day at a Time
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How to Stay on Track When You’re Lacking Self-Control
For many people, self-control is the one skill they lack the most. A recent study that included the 50 U. S. States and over 50 other countries asked people to list their character strengths. Out of all the traits, self-control came last. What is self-control? It's the ability to control how you feel, react to situations, and comport yourself. When you lack self-control, it … [Read more...] about How to Stay on Track When You’re Lacking Self-Control
How to Become a Stronger Leader in 5 Easy Steps
Leadership is one of the most challenging things, and we all likely want to get better at it. You don't always have leadership in your blood, that's for sure. People also have different interpretations of what a leader is. Some people think leaders are born. For others, good leaders emerge from bad situations. Regardless of what you think, leading is as vital as breathing. … [Read more...] about How to Become a Stronger Leader in 5 Easy Steps
A Short Guide to Changing Your Life With Habit Tracking
Where do you want to be in five or ten years? What does your happiest life look like? As John C. Maxwell said, “The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.” With that being said, what habits can you implement into your life that will lead to the life of your dreams? Studies have shown that creating routines that become habits is the best way to change your … [Read more...] about A Short Guide to Changing Your Life With Habit Tracking
How to Maintain a Positive Mindset Regardless of the Situation
Many situations in life are beyond our immediate control. Some things are unpredictable and unavoidable. However, your mindset is something that you can learn to control 100%. With practice, your mindset can be whatever you choose it to be. This is a powerful skill to possess. You can overcome nearly any situation with an effective mindset and some patience. A negative … [Read more...] about How to Maintain a Positive Mindset Regardless of the Situation