Self Improvement

It was the 6th largest military in the world. — Pepsi’s military emerged in the throes of Cold War tensions. Nikita Khrushchev had just taken power after Stalin’s death. He was desperate to quell the escalating nuclearization, spying, and threats between the US and Russia. He also wanted to improve the lives of Russian citizens. Khrushchev took steps to ease…

“Get more done by doing this!” “Do this and be more productive!” These are common headlines in the productivity space. As a contrarian, I usually feel like I need to do the opposite when I see everyone doing something. Now, that’s not always a smart thing to do. But when…

If we fixate on the wrongs of the past, we won’t move into the future. — This is a universal phenomenon in our personal relationships as well as the variety of “broken” aspects of our culture and the burdens that one generation inflicts upon the next. Many of the most basic elements that cause us grief, frustration, confusion, and anger come from things we didn’t cause…

Marcus Aurelius thought a lot about thinking. “Our life is dyed by the color of our thoughts,” he wrote. So naturally, he tried to be thoughtful about what he thought and how he thought. …

Developing your skills is important. — Developing your skills is an important aspect of personal and professional growth. A well-rounded skill set can open up new opportunities, build confidence, and provide a sense of accomplishment. With the number of methods available, it can be difficult to determine the best approach. …