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10 Must-read books to enhance your journaling experience
I've always seen journaling as opening a window into your soul. It's a space where you can let your thoughts roam free, no judgements, no restrictions. It's like having a conversation with your inner self, getting to know the person you are a little better each day....
10 Proven journaling tips for stress reduction and greater self-knowledge
Have you ever pictured your mind as a labyrinth? It's filled with thoughts, emotions, and ideas that sometimes seem tough to navigate. Now, imagine a tool that can help you make sense of this maze, one word at a time. Sounds magical, right? This is the beauty of...
9 practical tips to unleash the creative potential of mind wandering
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
Imagine sitting in front of your computer, trying to focus on an important task, and suddenly your mind wanders off, god-knows-where. Before you know it, hours have passed, and you haven't made any progress on your work. It's a frustrating experience that most people...
Escape the rut: A step-by-step guide to break free
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
Rohit has a good career, a loving wife, and a beautiful home. However, he feels like something is missing in his life. He knows he is capable of achieving great things, but he doesn't know how to break out of the rut he is in. He fears that he is not living up to his...
How to handle interruptions at work like a pro
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
In this article, we talk about a few techniques to help you deal with interruptions and improve your productivity.
WOOP – A simple 4 step plan for goal setting and motivation
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
Learn about WOOP, a 4-step plan for goal setting & motivation.
Pros and cons of time blocking. Should you do it or not?
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
I have been time blocking my day in 60-minute chunks for several months now. My overall observation is that it forces me to prioritize more effectively - because when I block time every day, I also block it for a specific activity. While it has allowed me to be more...
Journaling for goal setting: 50 thoughtful prompts to plan and achieve your dreams
We all have big goals and dreams that shape our lives. These goals may include achieving professional success, financial stability, and building meaningful relationships. Unfortunately, life often gets in the way and we forget our dreams. But one way to ensure that...
How to read more books (NOT speed reading)
There's nothing quite like getting lost in a great book, is there? Reading allows you to explore new worlds, learn new things, and get in touch with your emotions. I love the sense of accomplishment that comes from finishing a book. For me, the biggest challenge of...
Overcoming negative thinking
To overcome negative thinking, we must identify thought patterns that cause negative feelings, and replace them with more balanced and healthy ways of thinking. Negative thinking must be handled at 3 levels. Strategy: Handle negative thoughts at 3 levels To overcome...
Understanding Negative Thinking
Our thoughts are affected by what we experience, during both good times and bad. It’s normal to feel low and think negative thoughts from time to time. But when negative thinking becomes your predominant nature, then it becomes cause for concern. Excessive negative...
Maintain momentum to stay productive
Productivity, High-Performance, Flow
On any given week I’m usually juggling at least 3 important projects, all of which require my attention. On top of that, there is routine shallow work and unforeseen ad hoc tasks. Work rarely comes to us in a linear sequential form, allowing itself to be neatly...
HabitStrong Newsletter by Rajan Singh
In this fortnightly newsletter, Rajan shares inspiring lessons and stories from his career as an IPS officer, McKinsey consultant, investor, and now, as a startup founder. Join 25,000+ subscribers.