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7 Self-Management Strategies to Elevate Your Life
E.A.Fife
Life is full of circumstances that cause our hackles to rise and our emotions to flare. Before we know it, emotions can hijack our ability to think rationally and make sound decisions. Being mindful of our thoughts and emotions is a giant step towards maintaining self-control in tough situations. But managing ourselves stretches beyond simply…
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Multitasking: The True Story
Many of us pride ourselves on being great multitaskers, believing we can juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and get more done in less time. General perception is that multitaskers are more productive. However, research suggests that multitasking is more of a myth than a reality. The truth is multitasking can have detrimental effects on focus, efficiency,…
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The Ladder of Inference: Climbing Towards a Better Understanding
We often make these decisions with incomplete knowledge. However, we make these judgments based on our biases and assumptions, even if we are not conscious of them. One tool that can help us navigate this cognitive minefield is the Ladder of Inference. Chris Argyris, business theorist, developed the Ladder of Inference to explain how we…
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Habits: How to Banish the Old and Bring in the New
E.A.Fife
Habits are small decisions you make and actions you perform every day. Duke University research suggests that habits leave a lasting mark on specific circuits in the brain. As a result, behavior becomes automated. Habits can be both good and bad. Hygiene practices, like brushing your teeth, are great habits that keep you healthy. But…
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10 Ways to Cultivate a Growth Mindset
E.A.Fife
In “A Growth Mindset Can Help You Achieve Your Goals”, I introduced the concept of a growth vs. fixed mindset. A growth mindset fosters creativity, increases productivity, advances lifelong learning, and ultimately enhances resilience. Recognizing whether or not you have a fixed mindset, even if only in certain areas, is a first step in shifting…