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  • 10 Books That Will Transform Your Life

    10 Books That Will Transform Your Life:

    1. Atomic Habits by James Clear
    2. The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma
    3. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
    4. The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene
    5. Games People Play by Eric Berne
    6. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
    7. Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
    8. Deep Work by Cal Newport
    9. Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
    10. Mastery by George Leonard

    11. And there you have it! Ten books that could transform your life—or at least make you feel very guilty about how many bad habits you’ve got. I’m off to break some habits, wake up at 5 AM, and quietly overthrow a kingdom. Good luck!





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      Thanks for listening!

      5 min
    12. 10 Surprising Phrases That Make You Sound Less Intelligent (according to psychology)


      Have you ever noticed how some people wow the crowd when they talk, while others just don’t? It’s not only about what they say, but how they say it.

      And guess what? Some phrases might even make you seem less bright than you really are.

      Science backs this up. The words we choose can shape how others see us. Want to sound clever and leave a lasting impression? Watch your words!

      Now, let’s break it down. Here are 10 phrases that can make you sound less intelligent

      Other:

      YouTube Channel - Vera

      Instagram - @kolom_vera

      7 min
    13. You Can’t Criticize Yourself Into a Better Person

      You can’t criticize yourself into a better person. But that’s exactly what you do when you make a mistake or mess up. For example, you may say, “I am such an idiot,” “why would they talk to me?” “I am so ugly,” I can’t even do the math.” You think that being your own worst critic will motivate you to do better. Don’t you? No, my friend. If that were the case, we would have a lot of motivated people around us. You will decrease your chances of success when you criticize yourself. Why? Because your mind is working against you! If you keep repeating this type of negative self-talk, it’s easy to accept these things as truth and feel like you don’t deserve to eat healthy or exercise.


      So, when you find yourself saying things like, “I’m not good enough,” or “I could never do that,” it’s important to remind yourself that this type of negative self-talk is not helpful, and in many cases, it’s not even true.


      A lot of people believe that if they’re hard on themselves, they’ll somehow force themselves to improve. The logic goes something like, “If I’m tough on myself, I’ll have no choice but to get better.” It’s almost like trying to use negativity as fuel, but here’s the catch—it doesn’t work. Instead of pushing you forward, self-criticism acts like a heavy weight, dragging you down into a spiral of shame, guilt, and self-doubt.


      Let’s explore the topic and dive deeper into why this type of self-criticism is a losing strategy.

      What approach should you be taking for growth, but not stagnation?


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      https://www.youtube.com/@Vanda295


      15 min
    14. How to follow your passion ( what’s wrong with the cultural perception of passion?)

      In this episode I’m talking about the idea of passion and understanding its common myths.


      As we all can imagine, finding something we truly love can be a very hard battle (both internally and externally)

      However, getting some awareness of this concept can bring us so much closer to the truth 😁


      That’s exactly why you are here!


      Learn and share!



      Check out my YouTube channel 👇

      https://www.youtube.com/@Vanda295

      8 min
    15. Summer Nostalgia

      I’ve just got some inspiration to share some of my thoughts in this episode.


      Summer has always been my favorite time of the year. Back home, my friends and I never lacked for something fun to do, despite living in a small village. We were never bored. Whether we were fishing or swimming, we were lucky as kids to be so close to nature, able to fully enjoy those sunny days.


      As children, we didn’t have much choice in the matter, but looking back now, I realize we weren’t any less happy—if anything, it was quite the opposite. Paradoxically, not having many “opportunities” or luxuries turned out to be the best way to appreciate what we already had. The simplest joy of being able to do whatever we wanted meant the world to us.

      5 min
    16. 11 Of the Most Powerful and Attractive Qualities Of Introverts

      The word, introverted, instantly drifts the mind to a shy and reserved person.
      However, there are many benefits of being a quiet person.
      Under the socially anxious impression that people have about introverts, there's something undoubtedly appealing about these individuals.
      If you're feeling down about being an introvert, these eleven qualities of an introvert will make you feel confident about your personality.

      Here are eleven attractive traits of an introvert.

      Enjoy!

      15 min
    17. How to Deal with Jealousy (Ep.3; Sense of Self Podast)

      Welcome to "Sense of Self," the podcast dedicated to helping you uncover and embrace your true identity. In a world full of distractions and societal expectations, discovering who you truly are can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. This podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

      I'm your host Vanda, and I invite you to join me on my adventures of life, as I delve into the depths of what it means to truly know and understand yourself. Each episode is designed to provide you with insightful discussions, practical advice, and inspiring stories.

      Enjoy!


      In today's episode, I'm going to uncover some tips and problems that we all encounter with our "favorite" jealousy.


      12 min
    18. Are you feeling successful? Or just being successful?

      Welcome to "Sense of Self," the podcast dedicated to helping you uncover and embrace your true identity. In a world full of distractions and societal expectations, discovering who you truly are can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. This podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

      I'm your host Vanda, and I invite you to join me on my adventures of life, as I delve into the depths of what it means to truly know and understand yourself. Each episode is designed to provide you with insightful discussions, practical advice, and inspiring stories.

      Enjoy!

      Being Successful vs. Feeling Successful

      Achivement vs Success

      For some people, there is an irony to success. Many people who

      achieve great success don't always feel it. Some who achieve fame
      talk about the loneliness that often goes with it. That's because success and achievement are not the same thing, yet too often we mistake one for the other. Achievement is something you reach or
      attain, like a goal. It is something tangible, clearly defined and measurable. Success, in contrast, is a feeling or a state of being. "She feels successful. She is successful," we say, using the verb to be to suggest this state of being.

      While we can easily lay down a path to reach a

      goal, laying down a path to reach that intangible feeling of success is
      more elusive. In my vernacular, achievement comes when you pursue and attain WHAT you want

      Success comes when you are clear in pursuit of WHY you want it

      Tun into the episode and let's explore the topic together!

      7 min
    19. Learn to Get Outside of Your Comfort Zone (Episode 1)

      Welcome to "Sense of Self," the podcast dedicated to helping you uncover and embrace your true identity. In a world full of distractions and societal expectations, discovering who you truly are can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. This podcast is here to support you every step of the way.

      I'm your host Vanda, and I invite you to join me on my adventures of life, as I delve into the depths of what it means to truly know and understand yourself. Each episode is designed to provide you with insightful discussions, practical advice, and inspiring stories.

      Enjoy!


      Today's discussion is about leaving your comfort zone.


      It’s definitely crucial to leave your comfort zone, but only if it seems worthwhile for you. In fact, it is only when you feel that something is meaningful and valuable to you that you will find the courage and aspiration to pursue it. Your “why” has to be so strong that it outweighs the pain and suffering that the endeavor might cause you.

      Many of us take the idea of leaving our comfort zone too seriously and forget that it can sometimes be unhealthy. We may feel unworthy or inadequate just because someone else tells us to do something.

      Of course, there are exceptions when people do things they hate because otherwise, they would suffer even more. The conclusion is that you have to find something where the cost of not doing it is higher than the cost of doing it. So, if someone tells you to “do X,” and it’s not within your set of priorities (at least for now), don’t do it. With time, you might realize that this thing needs to take some place in your life, but it’s more likely to happen through your own personal realization, not someone else’s speculation.

      On the other hand, I think that taking on the perspective of others is important as well. Listening to what others offer and knowing that it can change you for the better is crucial. Sometimes, we get so caught up in our own bubbles and ways of seeing the world that we forget it might actually hurt others.

      8 min

    About Sense of Self

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    Welcome to "Sense of Self," the podcast dedicated to helping you uncover and embrace your true identity. In a world full of distractions and societal expectations, discovering who you truly are can be a challenging yet rewarding journey. This podcast is here to support you every step of the way.