Personal Development – Irony of Life — Konstantin Lapshin's Personal Development Blog https://ironyoflife.com The more you learn, the less you know. Thu, 09 Jun 2022 18:51:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://ironyoflife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/cropped-Favicon-for-the-Irony-of-Life-blog-e1603138329942-32x32.png Personal Development – Irony of Life — Konstantin Lapshin's Personal Development Blog https://ironyoflife.com 32 32 How Often Should You Meditate? https://ironyoflife.com/how-often-should-you-meditate/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=18028
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Meditation is a useful practice for learning how to regulate your emotions and calm your mind, but you might be unsure of how much time to dedicate to meditation each day to get the best effects of it. How long you should meditate depends on your experience level.  Meditation beginners should start by meditating from […]

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26 Tricks That Instantly Improve Your Meditations https://ironyoflife.com/how-to-improve-your-meditation/ Sat, 04 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17989
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Chances are slim that you will become a truly enlightened being through meditation alone, though that should not stop you from trying. Meditation is one of the greatest things you can do for yourself that can help you grow. Millions of people do it every day. It is also completely free to do and pretty […]

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11 Self-Discipline Exercises You Can Do Right Now https://ironyoflife.com/self-discipline-exercises/ Wed, 01 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17932
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One of the most challenging things in life is learning self-discipline. It is a valuable skill that can be directed into so many different aspects of life. Like any other skill, it can be built up by using exercises and being consistent.  The exercises used to develop self-discipline can be hard to sort through and […]

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The 14 Ultimate Pros and Cons of Self-Help Books https://ironyoflife.com/pros-and-cons-of-self-help-books/ Sun, 29 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17872
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Self-help is one of the most important ways to maintain a sound mind. Oftentimes, practicing self-help can be extremely beneficial in becoming acquainted with yourself. Whether you need a quick pick-me-up, advice on bettering yourself for the professional world, or information on how to focus on your goals, self-help books provide a plethora of insight […]

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Is It Bad to Have No Ambition? https://ironyoflife.com/is-it-bad-to-have-no-ambition/ Sat, 28 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17805
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A lack of ambition is associated with failure. However, having tempered expectations is a great way to keep yourself on the straight and narrow, as will be discussed here. Psychologists recommend setting realistic goals, as excessive ambition can cause an individual to feel that they have failed. Useful tools for the ambitious include daily journals, […]

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Your Guide to Becoming a Confident Introvert https://ironyoflife.com/how-to-be-a-confident-introvert/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 06:57:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17548
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Most people believe that introverts are not as confident as extroverts. Just because this group tends to be quieter and more self-reflective – as opposed to extremely social and “the life of the party” – folks have come to believe that they lack self-esteem. While this certainly may be true for some, it’s not representative […]

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Motivation vs. Enthusiasm: What’s the Difference? https://ironyoflife.com/motivation-vs-enthusiasm-what-is-the-difference/ Thu, 09 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17514
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Motivation and enthusiasm are often used together or interchangeably. It’s possible to be motivated without enthusiasm. Enthusiasm reinforces motivation, resulting in a greater will to act. But, can you be enthusiastic without motivation, or can they be the same thing? Motivation is the driving force behind your actions. Enthusiasm is the eagerness to act. The […]

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10 Ways to Stop Being Affected by Others’ Comments https://ironyoflife.com/how-to-stop-being-affected-by-others-comments/ Thu, 09 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17443
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Whether you’re dealing with internet know-it-alls or negative people in your life, negative comments can hurt. People can be cruel. Sometimes, they just want to bring you down and there’s nothing you can do to stop them.  But how do you weather those comments? How can you make sure that they don’t hurt? Dismissing a […]

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Your Complete Guide to Meditating for a Whole Hour https://ironyoflife.com/how-to-meditate-for-an-hour/ Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17374
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Meditating for a whole hour is an achievable goal that offers both physical and mental health benefits. 20 minutes of meditation drastically changes the quality of your life, so what does an hour do? After an hour of meditation, it has been discovered that your nervous system slows down, bringing your whole body into a […]

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What Is the Difference Between Meditation and Prayer? https://ironyoflife.com/what-is-the-difference-between-meditation-and-prayer/ Tue, 18 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000 https://ironyoflife.com/?p=17237
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When people think of relaxing and becoming more spiritually connected, usually one of two thoughts come to mind: either kneeling and praying to a higher power or that of sitting and meditating. But, while prayer and meditation seem interchangeable, they are totally different practices.  The difference between prayer and meditation lies in the internal intentions […]

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