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Hi, again. Here are my latest Life reads.

Here I write about life lessons, family, motivation, and self-improvement. All things to help. you become a better human.

When Quitting or Persevering Aren’t Options, You Can Aways Step Away

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: October 19, 2020

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Come back later when you feel like it It feels sacrosanct to say — especially in a culture that worships grit and productivity — but …

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So I Guess I Like Dave Ramsey Now (And Why You Should Too)

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: December 9, 2020

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What a rich, old, white dude taught me about money Dave Ramsey is everything I despise in a guru. He’s a know it all. He has a …

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Here’s why you never achieve your long-term goals

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: September 1, 2020

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Rather than wasting time and effort on a big long-term goal, start small and focus on your deliberate first steps. Fate is not on your …

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Stop using your bank account to measure your worth

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: November 3, 2020

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Watching these 11 non-financial metrics can lead to a happier and healthier life. I remember looking at the number and thinking I must …

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Stop using perfection as a crutch

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: August 27, 2020

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Sometimes good enough is enough There’s a commercial for a brand I can’t quite remember that uses the slogan, “Sometimes enough is not …

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How to snap out of anxiety before it takes over your day

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: August 16, 2020

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6 steps to overcoming anxiety The more you rely on your anxiety action plan the more confident you will become in being able to cope with …

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How to be happy according to science

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: August 11, 2020

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8 proven methods to be happier Can we be more happy according to science? Can we grow it? Is it possible to achieve more? I dig into what …

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Productive isn’t the same as effective

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: August 4, 2020

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What type of person do you want to be? Productivity will almost always sacrifice quality over quantity, but effectiveness creates things …

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Don’t let the self-pity of today jeopardize the happiness of tomorrow

Written by: Declan Wilson · Filed Under: Life · Last updated on: August 16, 2020

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5 steps to come out mentally stronger There is a way to recognize self-pity, neutralize it, and reverse its effects so that you too come …

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