Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

  • Just Relax

    Just Relax

    I think most of us could benefit from slowing down a little, or a lot. Especially on the inside, or in our thought processes. In my book, clarity and calm trump motivation and inspiration any day. In fact, I’m going to say clarity and calm are more important than ever, with the world continuing to get…

  • For Richer or For Poorer: Being Happy and Broke VS Rich and Miserable

    For Richer or For Poorer: Being Happy and Broke VS Rich and Miserable

    This is a big question that comes up for those trying to balance happiness and financial or material success. It’s a big one for anyone starting a business or struggling to make it. It’s also big for anyone who wants to be successful in their career too that may not be a business owner, but…

  • Finding Motivation When You Have None

    Finding Motivation When You Have None

    This situation happened in a client session not long ago: “David – I have all this stuff I want to get done. I need to get motivated to do it!” Sounds like a good thing to do, right? Find some motivation to get all those important work tasks done. After listening to my lovely client…

  • Success the Anti-Difficult Way

    Success the Anti-Difficult Way

    Does having things easy seem like a pipe dream? Do you ever get tired of working hard, and want an easier way to have more success in business or at work? Ever feel burnt out and feel like you have to force or push just to keep up with things? The answer to all these…

  • The Confidence Trap (Why I Stopped Trying to Build Self-Confidence)

    The Confidence Trap (Why I Stopped Trying to Build Self-Confidence)

    I have spent a great deal of my life trying to be more confident. I bought plenty of self-help books, attended many a seminar and even worked with coaches of all types to change beliefs, build my confidence, boost my self-esteem, improve my self-image, etc. I used to be so insecure inside that I would…

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