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the damage we do with short-term thinking
In Milan, monks lived with one of the greatest masterpieces in history. Their choice, made for convenience, holds a warning for how we live today.
the secret to being brilliant
The Beatles’ “Get Back” documentary reveals a simple truth: brilliance doesn’t happen instantly. It needs time, space, and patience to grow. Here’s why making room in your life may be the key to unlocking your best work.
how to get better at waiting
Waiting feels like wasted time—but it doesn’t have to be. From airports to doctor’s offices, discover simple strategies and useful distractions that make waiting more bearable and even enjoyable.
you can change how your story ends
We can’t go back and rewrite the past, but every day offers a chance to change how our story ends. Lessons from Groundhog Day and C.S. Lewis remind us that new endings are always possible.
A Hammer, a Chisel, a Mountain, and Love
When tragedy struck, Dashrath Manjhi picked up a hammer and chisel and spent 22 years carving a road through a mountain for his village. His story is a testament to love, perseverance, and the difference one life can make.
Never miss the chance to start again
New Year’s resolutions aren’t the only time for fresh starts. Every day offers the chance to begin again, move past failures, and step toward the life you’ve imagined.
whose helping you reach your dreams?
Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech nearly didn’t happen. Mahalia Jackson’s encouragement changed history—and reminds us all to seek people who help us pursue our dreams.
You don’t always know what’s best
Sometimes dashed dreams lead to better outcomes. Lee Smith never planned to play baseball—yet he became a Hall of Famer. Here’s why our closed doors may hide even greater opportunities.