Not all “constructive” criticism is equal

As important as it is to be able to accept criticism, especially when it’s meant to be constructive, it’s worth taking into account who’s doing the critique. As a rule, don’t accept criticism from someone unless you would also accept advice from them.

Your experience is yours

Pretending that you shouldn’t be upset, sad, frustrated, or temporarily despondent because “other people have it worse” is as foolish as saying that you shouldn’t feel joy, delight, or celebrate wins because “others have it better.” Your experience need not be compared to anything to be valid.

#emotionalintelligence #inspirational #lifelessons

Making huge habit changes fast

Aircrafts use most of their fuel during take-off. Starting is the most difficult part of creating new habits or making life changes.

Here’s a hack to help create a new habit: if you want to meditate start by taking only three mindful breaths every day.  Wake up just five minutes earlier.  Floss only one tooth.  Write just one paragraph of your novel. Do three push-ups.

Do this and you’ll have done the hardest part.  You’ll see that doing a bit more doesn’t burn much fuel. Most importantly, you will soon subconsciously see yourself as the kind of person who flosses, meditates, writes, exercises…

#positivity #inspirational #habit #learning #goals