The question, “How to be more disciplined,” seems to occupy many people’s minds. The other day, someone asked me, “I make promises but never keep them. I make resolutions but never carry them out. I never finish what I start. What can I do to stop that? I often tell …
People often ask me, “How can I increase my concentration?” This seems a question that bothers a lot of people. Here is one such question a reader asked me about increasing his concentration while he was studying. “Hello, I am a student, and I would like to know how can …
Emotional detachment, used correctly, is an essential skill that can help you become free from stress and worries and enjoy inner peace. The emotional detachment I am talking about is a state of calmness, of not taking things personally, and of remaining calm and relaxed in difficult situations and in …
One of the most important goals for you and for everyone should to learn how to stop thinking negative thoughts. “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” – Willie Nelson “Make the decision and say, ‘I’m not letting that worry in. I’m done being …
I often hear the question, “Why do thoughts enter my mind when I try to focus?”. This is something that happens often when the mind is not trained to focus. Here is what one reader wrote: “I have purchased your book, “How to Focus Your Mind”. I have tried the …
These are the questions we will try to answer here. You have probably heard more than once that meditation reduces stress and increases calmness, but you might have thought that meditation is not for you. Have you tried practicing meditation? It is not as difficult as it might appear and …
“You cannot have a better tomorrow, if you are thinking about yesterday all the time.” – Charles Kettering – Most people don’t know how to let go of the past, as in the following story. After my twins were born, I went back to work and needed someone to help …
What are affirmations for a positive lifestyle? Positive affirmations for a positive lifestyle are short, empowering statements you repeat to yourself to cultivate optimism, confidence, and inner strength. By focusing your thoughts on constructive, uplifting ideas, such as “I am calm and capable” or “I attract peace and joy”, you …
How to let go of anger and resentment? Short answer: If you don’t feed anger and resentment with your attention, they will soon fade away and stop disturbing you. Focusing your attention on anger and resentment makes them grow. Directing your attention and energy to them is like feeding them …
Are there any sentences or phrases that you repeat often in your mind? Are you aware of the sentences you often repeat aloud when speaking with people or silently in your mind? These words speak a lot about your mindset, attitude, and expectations. These sentences and phrases build an image …