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Episode 3189:
Steve Pavlina challenges the validity of common excuses in his article, urging readers to confront the real issues behind their excuses. He emphasizes that by acknowledging and addressing our internal barriers, such as laziness or lack of motivation, we can initiate personal growth and transform our lives positively.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/02/feeble-excuses/
Quotes to ponder:
"Excuses are lies we tell ourselves to avoid dealing with unpleasant truths."
"Whenever you hear yourself making this statement, you know deep down it isn’t the truth."
"It’s easier on our egos to blame failure on external, uncontrollable factors such as lack of time, information, or resources."
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3158: 8 Things You Must Give Up to Find Peace by Marc Chernoff of Marc and Angel on Happiness
3157: Add the Best; Drop the Worst by Steve Pavlina on New Habit Formation & Self-Improvement
3156: How to Free Yourself From the Bad Habit of Negative Self-Talk by Ellen Burgan of If It Brings You Joy
3155: Less is More by Catherine of Common Sense Living on Minimalism & Simple Living
3154: 5 Reasons Why You’re Not Achieving Success (& How To Overcome Them) by Brian Tracy
3153: Q&A - Social Anxiety Coping Strategies - Thoughts and Strategies For Managing Social Anxiety and Therapy
3152: Give Up Comfort by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How To Build Resiliency & Becoming Resilient
3151: The Focus Launch List by Anthony Ongaro of Break the Twitch on Productivity & Self-Help
3150: 3 Reasons to Believe in the Law of Attraction by Joel Bein on Personal Growth & Development
3149: Stop Crowding Out Your Happiness by Sarah Von Bargen of Yes and Yes on Mental Clutter & Finding Joy
3148: 4 Reasons Worry Scares You and How to Be More Fearless by Ingrid Y Helander on Self-Awareness
3147: How to Finally Say Goodbye to Sentimental Items by Kerri Richardson on Emotional Liberation & Clarity
3146: Building Your Routine by Danae Smith of This Wondrous Life on Intentional Living & Self-Improvement
3145: Are There Health Benefits To Spending Time In Nature by NeuroGym Team on Mental & Emotional Well-Being
3144: One Sentence That Will Change Your Life by Dr. Kelly Flanagan on People-Pleasing & Fear of Judgment
3143: If You Own One Thing in the World, Let It Be This by Kerry Ogden with NoSidebar
3142: [Part 2] How to Make Your Own Luck by Mark Manson on Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Fortunes
3141: [Part 1] How to Make Your Own Luck by Mark Manson on Behaviors & Mindsets for More Opportunities
3140: Managing Time Like Money by Tynan on A Balanced Approach for Present Joy & Future Satisfaction
3139: 5 Signs It’s Time To Stop Decluttering by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Enriching Life Experiences
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