Excellent Advice for Living
Learn how to learn from those you disagree with or even offend you. See if you can find the truth in what they believe.
Sep 2, 2026Listening well is a superpower. While listening to someone you love keep asking them “Is there more?” until there is no more.
Sep 2, 2026Don’t be afraid to ask a question that may sound stupid because 99% of the time everyone else is thinking of the same question and is too embarrassed to ask it.
Sep 2, 2026When you forgive others they may not notice but you will heal. Forgiveness is not something we do for others; it is a gift to ourselves.
Sep 2, 2026You don’t have to attend every argument you are invited to.
Sep 2, 2026Treating a person to a meal never fails and is so easy to do. It’s powerful with old friends and a great way to make new friends.
Sep 2, 2026Never use a credit card for credit. The only kind of credit, or debt that is acceptable is debt to acquire something whose exchange value is extremely likely to increase like a home. The exchange value of most things diminishes or vanishes the moment you purchase them. Don’t be in debt to losers.
Sep 2, 2026A great way to understand yourself is to seriously reflect on everything you find irritating in others.
Sep 2, 2026Habit is far more dependable than inspiration. Make progress by making habits. Don’t focus on getting into shape. Focus on becoming the kind of person who never misses a workout.
Sep 2, 2026The more you are interested in others the more interesting they’ll find you. To be interesting, be interested.
Sep 2, 2026The purpose of a habit is to remove that action from self-negotiation. You no longer expend energy deciding whether to do it. You just do it. Good habits can range from telling the truth to flossing.
Sep 2, 2026Promptness is a sign of respect.
Sep 2, 2026Expand your mind by thinking with your feet on a walk or with your hand in a notebook. Think outside your brain.
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