How to Motivate Yourself: 3 Steps Backed By Science. Quickly summarized: The Mistake Every Productivity System Makes Productivity systems rarely take emotions into account. And feelings are a fundamental and unavoidable part of why humans do what they do. We can’t ignore our emotions. Because of the way our brains are structured, when thought and feelings compete, feelings almost always win. And we can’t fight our feelings. Research shows this just makes them stronger. That … more
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Shirzad Chamine: How to Defeat Your Internal Saboteurs | Stanford Graduate School of Business
Shirzad Chamine: How to Defeat Your Internal Saboteurs | Stanford Graduate School of Business. Positive intelligence
Volleyball Resources
Organizations California Beach Volleyball Association American Volleyball Coaches Association AVP United States Youth Volleyball League Boy Club Programs Mountain View Volleyball Club (Don Shaw) Pacific Rim Volleyball Academy (Roger and Christine Worsley) Bay to Bay Volleyball Club (Julie Keller) Summer Volleyball Camps Jon Lee’s Summer and Spring Break Beach Volleyball Camps at Santa Barbara’s East Beach (my personal favorite) Shoreline Beach Club Volleyball Camps at Santa Cruz Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Camps Jon Kosty’s Boys … more
New Orleans Restaurants/Bars to visit | Linton’s List
DA’ QUARTER: **GALATOIRE’S – 209 Bourbon- locals spend $$$ on good eatin’ here- don’t miss for very nice dinner. Be sure to make reservations. RED FISH GRILL – 115 Bourbon – Ralph Brennan’s restaurant. casual but good local food. BOURBON HOUSE- 144 Bourbon- Dickie Brennan’s restaurant. lots of local seafood variety. ACME OYSTER HOUSE – ultra-casual with red-checkered tablecloths. no reservations needed CAFÉ DU MONDE- beignets! PAT O’BRIEN’S – 718 St Peter- touristy, but fun. … more
▶ Pharrell Williams – Happy (Official Music Video) – YouTube
▶ Pharrell Williams – Happy (Official Music Video) – YouTube.
How To Raise Happy Kids – 10 Steps Backed By Science
How To Raise Happy Kids – 10 Steps Backed By Science. February 7, 2014 by Eric Barker How To Raise Happy Kids – 10 Steps Backed By Science When you ask parents what they want for their kids, what’s usually the most common reply? They want their children to be happy. Via Raising Happiness: 10 Simple Steps for More Joyful Kids and Happier Parents: …the well-being of children is more important to adults than just about … more
Right Before Dying From A Rare Lifelong Disease, Sam Revealed His Three Secrets To Happiness
Right Before Dying From A Rare Lifelong Disease, Sam Revealed His Three Secrets To Happiness – About three months before he passed away, 17-year-old Sam Berns gave this speech explaining his dislike for obstacles and his strategies for beating them. When he was 2 years old, Sam was diagnosed with the rare disease progeria, which causes rapid aging and various other side effects, none of which could prevent Sam from leading a happy life.
Wisdom
A collection of wise men and women from various walks of life — their examples and words Guy Brings His White Girl To Barbershop In Harlem And Gets Hated – at minute 5:47 a gay African-American woman starts to talk to the “racist” barber Nelson Mandela: Four Acts of Forgiveness that Showed South Africa Path away from Apartheid – “Mandela invites his former prison guard to his inauguration ceremony as South Africa president. Prisoner warder … more
Candy Chang: Before I die I want to… | Video on TED.com
Candy Chang: Before I die I want to… | Video on TED.com. Wonderful TED talk about life, death, and public spaces. “Life is brief and tender.” “Thinking about death clarifies your life.”
Uplift
For those moments when a stiff drink isn’t available: 3 things I learned while my plane crashed Gratitude Dan Gilbert: The surprising science of happiness There’s More to Life Than Being Happy 13 Small Choices That Can Change Your Life In Great Ways Candy Chang: Before I die I want to… And when you’re wondering why lions eat their young: Good Parenting Skills: 7 Research-Backed Ways to Raise Kids Right