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Episode 3032: 
Mark Manson delves into the psychological aspects of pain, trauma, and resilience in his article. He explores the 'Goldilocks Zone of Pain,' arguing that the right amount of struggle is essential for growth and emotional strength, while too much can lead to trauma and too little to entitlement.
Read along with the original article(s) here:
https://markmanson.net/why-growth-requires-struggle
Quotes to ponder:
"Similarly, the way to grow psychologically stronger is to progressively challenge yourself to confront experiences that are both challenging but also within your perceived ability to manage."
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3032: Why Growth Requires Struggle by Mark Manson on Psychological Resilience

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Episode 3186:
Amidst the swirling chaos of April, Angelina Lee shares a touching story of finding unexpected beauty and resilience. Her narrative, "Brilliance in the Trench," from ExploringPlanBe.com, vividly illustrates the power of perspective during overwhelming times. It's a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there are splashes of color and hope that thrive against all odds.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://exploringplanbe.com/brilliance-in-the-trench/
Quotes to ponder:
"April has been a long year."
"I felt as though I was standing on a platform with a small cup of water in my hand while watching a train that was completely engulfed in flames speed down the tracks."
"That we could look at the rubble piling up all around us and yet miss the brilliant colours of hope that manage to grow through the cracks."
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3186: Brilliance in the Trench by Angelina Lee of Exploring Plan Be on How to Become More Resilient

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Episode 3185:
Dr. John Gottman reveals how emotional intelligence can reshape parenting for the better. His insights delve into why understanding and navigating emotions are crucial for both parents and children, offering a transformative approach to fostering more loving, supportive relationships. Through practical advice and powerful anecdotes, Dr. Gottman illustrates the profound effects of emotional coaching on a child's development and future success.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.gottman.com/blog/emotional-intelligence-creates-loving-supportive-parenting/
Quotes to ponder:
"Emotional intelligence seems to determine success in life more than IQ."
"Emotions are our internal ‘GPS’ through life."
"One of the most powerful gifts you can give your child is an admission that you made a mistake, and apologizing and asking for forgiveness confers respect to the child."
Episode references:
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child: https://www.amazon.com/Raising-Emotionally-Intelligent-Child-Parenting/dp/0684838656
Daniel Goleman's Work on Emotional Intelligence: https://www.danielgoleman.info/
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3185: Emotional Intelligence Creates Loving and Supportive Parenting by Dr. John Gottman of The Gottman Institute

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Episode 3184:
Leo Babauta guides us through the psychological labyrinth of self-sabotage in his article on ZenHabits.net, revealing how intelligent individuals often master the art of convincing themselves to avoid necessary actions due to fear. Babauta provides a robust strategy for dismantling these persuasive rationalizations, offering practical tools to uphold commitments to personal growth and meaningful work.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://zenhabits.net/persuasive/
Quotes to ponder:
"Smart people are very good at creating super persuasive arguments for why they shouldn’t do the thing they’re fearing doing."
"Everybody has a plan until they’re punched in the face."
"You need to intentionally practice in this, every day, so that you get better and better at overcoming the resistance and not collapsing when hit with fear."
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3184: How to Not Believe Your Ultra-Persuasive Rationalizations by Leo Babauta on Self-Sabotage & Fear

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Episode 3183:
Explore the essential strategies for high achievement with Jay Harrington's insights from "To Accomplish Big Things, Think Big, but Act Small." This episode delves into the power of setting clear goals, discerning essential priorities, and executing small, consistent actions that compound over time to yield significant results.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/accomplish-big-things-think-big-act-small
Quotes to ponder:
"The thing is, incremental daily progress (negative or positive) is what actually causes transformation. A figurative drip, drip, drip."
"Essentialism is not about how to get more things done; it’s about how to get the right things done."
"It is not enough to be busy. So are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about?"
Episode references:
Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less: https://www.amazon.com/Essentialism-Disciplined-Pursuit-Greg-McKeown/dp/0804137382
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3183: [Part 2] To Accomplish Big Things: Think Big but Act Small by Jay Harrington of Life and Whim

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Episode 3182:
Discover how to achieve great accomplishments through manageable actions in Jay Harrington's enlightening piece from LifeAndWhim.com. Jay delves into the crucial balance between thinking big and acting small, emphasizing strategic practices like minimizing distractions and dedicating time to deep, focused work. Explore how embracing hard work can lead to profound satisfaction and personal growth.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/accomplish-big-things-think-big-act-small
Quotes to ponder:
"The best moments usually occur when a person’s body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult or worthwhile."
"Hard work can be deeply satisfying. It feels good to do a job well done."
"Practice is a precursor to passion."
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3032: Why Growth Requires Struggle by Mark Manson on Psychological Resilience

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