Good Habits

Needs and Wants: Discovering the Subtleties That Can Change Your Life

I think it’s safe to say that when pressed, most people will be able to tell the difference between wants and needs. Yet, I see many people blur the distinction between the two using the words “want“ and “need“ interchangeably. Remember, nobody “needs” a big screen TV.

However, the difference between wants and needs isn’t defined by a fine line. There are many subtleties within them. If you understand these subtleties you can end up saving money, time and live a better life.
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The Secret to Being and Thinking Creatively

 

Whether we realize it or not, creativity has affected our lives in many ways. All the technological advancements around us were the result of someone thinking creatively. All the best works of art were too. The very word “creativity” means to bring thought into reality; something from nothing. It’s the source of all mankind’s greatest achievements.

Creativity is an important characteristic to have. It is important to many employers who see innovation as a way to grow their business. Not only that, but creativity can define how we see ourselves and our role in the world.
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8 Questions to Ask Yourself That Will Improve Your Life

Questions to Ask Yourself

Some of those most important things you do in life come down to the decisions you make. You can go one way or the other, but eventually you’ll have to make a decision. That means facing some tough questions.

That’s where these questions come in. I listed out some important questions to ask yourself. Your answers and the actions you take because of those answers will greatly improve your life. With that in mind, let me ask a question before we get started: Are you ready?
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5 Fun Writing Contests You Can Enter (And Win)

Creative writing competitions are everywhere. The list is endless since more and more are added every year.  However, not everyone is a Hemmingway or Tolstoy.

That’s where these competitions come in. They’re fun and anyone can enter. And some of the best entries have come from some of the unlikeliest of places. So let loose your creative ideas and free your wild imagination as we take a look at these fun writing contests.
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Invent a New Mixed Drink

There is something truly satisfying about sitting down with a drink at the end of the day. It’s a good way to unwind with some friends. Most drink recipes are difficult to remember unless they are something extremely simple like screwdrivers or fuzzy navels. It’s possible to just memorize an obscure mixed drink so that you can show off your bartending skills when you’re out. Perhaps you can rely on someone else to know something. Better yet, you can invent a new mixed drink.
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