‘Self-improvement is masturbation. Now self-destruction…’ Tyler Durden Fight Club. In facing my anxiety and depressed moods, I’ve read my fair share of self-help books. But after many years, I became somewhat disillusioned with the genre. My quest for personal development leads me to read, listen and watch so much advice. But a part of me […]
The Passion Myth
‘The desire to find that one true passion leaves people anxious because they can’t find it, afraid they’ll never will locate it, and exhausted from trying’ Richard Collison I’ve heard this one a lot many years ago. Just ‘follow your passion’ and you will find success. Find and follow what makes your pulse quicken, your […]
Why the trap of study can sabotage your success
It is even better to act quickly and err than to hesitate until the time of action is past’ Carl von Clausewitz It’s an important lesson for us dreamers and the dreams we have. Trying that new job, changing careers, moving home, going on a first date. Even something like home improvements, buying a new […]
Pitfalls of self-help – Distraction and Addiction
I’ve read many self-help books but in recent years I’ve become more cautious of the whole genre. My quest for personal development lead me to read, listen and watch to so much advice. But a part of me became exasperated at how much it felt like work. I asked myself ‘When will it end? When can […]