So i've noticed my blogging has been going well so I think I deserve a pat on the shoulder for that. *pat's own shoulder*
Anyhow in my search of interesting things to inspire myself, this blog, and my creative juices I came across these amazing sites and articles and links.
The Science if Productivity this is just a quick video on productivity. For all my OC and workaholic readers this one's for you. :)
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Gesture Chair this is something interesting. It's about how our technology has affected our posture and the different positions we assume now that we are so tethered to our gadgets.
So I recently came across this video that had a very profound impact on my perception of self-worth. Growing up in a family that has always been academically excellent and intellectually motivated turns you into a grade conscious person. It wasn't a mandate but of course it was expected that I produce excellent academic outputs. In short I monitored my grades like a hawk.
Before I watched this video I already had a better understanding of grades, personality, and skill sets; their relevance to your career and personal succes. I 've learned through countless encounters with very successful individuals that MOTIVATION is most of the time the operative word not academic supremacy. YES awards, recognition, opportunities and all that jazz come with the prestige of being a nerd. BUT a highly specialized and excellent skill set makes an individual more in-demand and valuable than the thousands of nerds and book-smart drones that walk the face of the earth.
What can set you apart from the already diverse selection of humans on this earth? MOTIVATION and SKILL. Yes it doesn't have to be more than one skill as long as you know you are the best when it comes to that one you choose. One can't live without the other because inorder for them to generate SUCCESS they have to progress simultaneously and this can only happen if they feed off of each other.
It's probably best to stick with one skill at the beginning then further along your journey venture into other interests. This skill must be something you are passionate about. If you feel strongly about something you often don't need to exert much effort into keeping the interest alive.
2. INVEST in that skill.
You don't necessarily have to spend your money on expensive classes or workshops or equipment. Finding unique and unconventional ways to improve your skill is nothing but beneficial to your cause because you get to explore and experience things most people who go the traditional route don't. Invest your time in practicing your craft and reading about it, this can only lead to improvement.
3. Find a CAUSE.
In order to keep your motivation find a deeper reason to continue pursuing your goal. A lot of people focus too much on the end result and forget WHY they are doing what they are doing. This way of thinking applies to anything you do. There should always be a purpose. It doesn't have to be profound or world changing as long as it speaks directly to YOU.
4. KILL it every single time!
Yes KILL is the most pathetic word I could think of inorder to complete my Success Formula acronym, but hey it sticks right? In any case, KILL in this sense is doing your best to perform at optimum level every single time. Whether you are practicing or actually performing your skill do it as if your life depends on it. KILL IT EVERY SINGLE TIME.
(This is a term I got from my dancer friends quite awhile back and I've loved it ever since. There's no better way to motivate yourself than with the thought of slaying an imaginary entity to show you are on top of things.)
Some images and words to inspire.
I've been in dark places and happy places these past couple of months but amidst the chaos and the elation I kept my head above water because I knew "this too shall pass".
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