Ignorance Is Not Bliss Once You Have Enough Awareness
Why I'm teaching my son, and reminding myself, that ignorance is not bliss and that increasing awareness is the better way to go.
How to Travel To Change Who You Are
How to travel in an unforgettable and transformative way, using one of my favorite travel stories as an example.
Don’t Leave Your Comfort Zone, Make It Sweat
What if, rather than looking to leave your comfort zone, you sought to make it as fit, sexy, and capable as possible?
A New Tool For Introducing Yourself
Is introducing yourself to others by giving them a copy of your personal user manual a crazy idea?
Suck at Making Money? Maybe It’s Your Personality
Despite my efforts to get better, I've always sucked at making money. Now, based on personality research, I think it may be my wiring.
What Scares You the Most in Life? My Answer and My Plan
When I was recently asked, "What scares you the most in life?" I had no answer. Now I do. And here's what I'm doing about it.
Personality vs. Identity: How to Find Your Right Fit
Personality versus identity is like the difference between your physical frame and the clothes you layer on top
Why I’m Glad I Started My Career With a Corporate Job
Working in a corporation isn't for everybody but, based on my experience, the benefits are underrated and worth considering.
How to Be More Interesting, Especially If You’re Boring
Deconstructing a surprising experience at a cocktail party to come away with five tips for how to be more interesting.
You Can’t Do Anything You Put Your Mind To
What the research on the science of personality says is a better motto than "you can do anything you put your mind to."
The CANOE Personality Traits, And What You Can Do About Them
The science behind the Big 5 CANOE personality traits and how to understand and make the most of yours.
The Formula I Follow to Release My Limiting Beliefs
Make more progress with less willpower by finding and releasing the "handbrake" of limiting beliefs. Here's my example.