They read biographies for growth lessons — Habits are the building blocks of success. Your habits make or break you. The top 10% of any population have an uncommon set of habits that make them rise above the rest. When planning for your best future, focus on habits rather than specific circumstances. “People do not decide their…

To organise your life, tie the process to your long-term goals — Wisdom is the application of reason to our existence, and thus its logical structure must be evident in everything we do. To live an organised life, we must first know what it means to be wise. Wisdom encompasses a broader perspective on life and an understanding of the interconnectedness of…

On improving your quality of thought — It’s common knowledge that Wisdom comes with age and experience. But age, experience and understanding take time. That means Wisdom is a process. You can only improve through practice. It must be earned — it’s a lifelong pursuit. “The years teach much which the days never know, Ralph Waldo Emerson…

The mind only understands itself when it is alone — Spending time alone with your thoughts is a powerful way to gain insight, develop self-awareness, and work through difficult emotions. It can be intimidating and challenging. Some people even find it boring. Most people avoid it out of fear of facing the unknown. For some people, this can be an…

Wisdom preserves life — From the dawn of civilisation, people have sought to discover the secrets of living a life well-spent. Ancient thinkers and philosophers have left us an invaluable guide to achieving a life of balance and meaning. From the teachings of Confucius and Plato to the wisdom of the Bible, ancient teachings…

Approach life with a renewed sense of purpose — Life can quickly become too cluttered and full of internal and external noise when we don’t take a step back and assess what is truly important. Subtraction is a way of becoming more aware of our habits and what we do and don’t need to live a more fulfilling and…

How to approach life’s many challenges — Uncertainty is an unavoidable and ever-present part of the human experience. Throughout history, people have sought ways to navigate the uncertain times of the future. The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only constant thing in life is change.” Uncertainty is a natural part of life, and it can come in…

A good life is an experiment in progress — Life can be challenging and complex, and figuring out how to live well is a process of continual learning and self-discovery. Most of life is learning how to live: How to make the most of our finite time. How to build better relationships. How to manage our finances and build…

Set a daily reminder to take a short break and stretch your legs — Improving your life doesn’t necessarily require a complete overhaul of your routine. Tiny habits are simple, easy-to-practice activities you can do daily, and the best part is that once you get started, you won’t even have to try hard to keep them going. “Mini habits are a self-efficacy-generating machine, and…