Double ONE world champion Jonathan Haggerty wants to maintain his lofty standing in ONE Championship and vows to continue improving and elevating his game.

The General remained a two-sport king after successfully defending the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video on February 16 in Thailand. He defeated Brazilian challenger Felipe Lobo by TKO in the third round.

In an interview with Sportskeeda MMA following his impressive victory, the 27-year-old Orpington, England native gave his frame of mind in how to maintain his world champion status, saying:

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The victory over Lobo was Haggertys first successful defense of the Muay Thai gold he seized from former longtime divisional king Nong-O Hama in April last year.

Apart from the bantamweight Muay Thai world title, he also holds the divisions kickboxing championship belt.

British striker Jonathan Haggerty has had a successful run as a professional fighter, including being a two-sport world champion. He said it is a direct result of putting in the needed work as well as having the go-getting mindset to buck any adversity.

The reigning ONE bantamweight Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion shared this in an interview with the South China Morning Post ahead of his title defense last weekend, saying:

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Jonathan Haggerty successfully defended the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title on February 16 at ONE Fight Night 19 on Prime Video in Thailand. He stopped Brazilian challenger Felipe Lobo in the third-round of their title clash by TKO (right cross).

The win improved his record to 23 wins and four losses. Eight of his wins have come in ONE Championship, which he has been a part of since January 2019.

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In 1987, Ferreira told the Globe that through Christianity, I could love for the first time.

In a way, I am as free as I will ever be, he added.

More than 35 years later, however, hes preparing to petition the state to set him free from prison.

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Governor Maura Healey said in October that her office will use new guidelines to grant pardons and commutations that favorably consider petitioners ages if they are over 50, health issues, and exceptional strides in self-development. Advocates have responded by championing lifers with similar backgrounds to Ferreira as ideal candidates for a reduced sentence.

Supporters say this small group of older lifers should be at the top of Healeys list, citing their model behavior as mentors and students and a track record of contributing positively to the community during the old furlough program.

Theres no way some of these men, who are 60, 70, 80 years old, should be in prison, said Wayne Sorel, who spends hours in conversation with inmates each week as part of his work with the prison ministry at the Christian Fellowship Center in New Bedford. Some of these crimes are very heinous, but that doesnt mean character is not built up along the way if they have the proper facilities to [rehabilitate themselves].

While there were only 24 pending applications for commutation as of last month, Massachusetts could see those numbers rise as Healey joins a national tide of governors who are beginning to embrace pardons and commutations for the first time in decades. Nearly 60 percent of the pending applications were submitted by people serving a life sentence for first-degree murder. And close to half of petitions were from people 60 and older, according to the states parole board.

About a third of all 805 people serving life without parole in Massachusetts are Black, according to Department of Correction data from late 2022. Nearly 20 percent are Hispanic, while close to 3 percent are Asian and about 1 percent are Indigenous.

Healey told the Globe her goal in revamping the eligibility requirements for commutations and pardons was to directly address issues of disparities and of systemic race bias in the system.

Weve got a lot of people who are in the system who are incarcerated, who are there because of serious issues with substance use disorder, with mental health, with trauma, she said, pointing specifically to people incarcerated for offenses they committed as young adults. We know through science now, their brain wasnt fully developed.

Youve got people whove been serving their time, who in some instances have gotten themselves further education, who are ready to contribute and want to contribute, whose families want them to contribute, she added. Lets give them that opportunity.

Ferreiras attorney, Tim Foley, said hes hopeful that Ferreiras time spent preaching and mentoring youth while on furlough will give him a better position with the board of pardons, particularly given the new guidelines focus on self-development.

Its just such a long history of being outside in the community, actually helping the community . . . and doing very well, Foley said. Hes done nothing but try to improve himself from where he was when he was first incarcerated.

Foley said he believes that commutation petitions will really pick up steam with Healeys new guidelines and become the norm rather than extraordinary. Foley said he anticipates that the Governors Council, which must approve all requests for commutation, will serve as a check and balance to the new guidelines.

The new guidelines cast a wide net in order to address long-existing inequalities, he said. However, accountability, self-development, and post-offense behavior are still balanced against the facts and circumstances of the crime.

Among the nearly two dozen people whose commutation petitions are currently pending, several acknowledged the role substance use played in their criminal behavior, while others described growing up in homes where violence and incarceration were the norm a pattern that traces the lives of many men and women who themselves are in prison for violent crimes.

Lewis Dickerson, 75, also intends to make another petition to have his life sentence for first-degree murder commuted. When Dickerson went before the Governors Advisory Board of Pardons in 2005, he told Boston Magazine that his father beat him with belts, cords, and fists before dying in a fight, and that he grew up into a young man who was periodically arrested for property crime and experimented with heroin.

His 2005 request for pardon was denied. Nearly two decades later, Dickerson, who killed a young woman during a liquor store robbery in 1975, said in an email that his years spent working outside the prison at several hospitals around the state taught him patience and discipline and matured him.

This exposure and experience, it kept me from becoming involved in the negativity of prison life and has resulted in the healthier, kinder, more generous person that I am today, he told the Globe.

At the State House, Representative Russell Holmes of Boston is the lead lawmaker pushing for the return of furloughs. In addition to filing a bill to restore the program, Holmes said he also continues to lobby Healey directly to bring the initiative back.

Ive met with the governor multiple times, and my number one ask is to begin furloughs again, Holmes previously told the Globe. Im trying my best to get folks [who are incarcerated] connected to their families again, and if I can remove any barrier to that, Im going to do it.

As someone who struggled with substance abuse for years before becoming a Christian, Sorel, the New Bedford prison ministry worker, said he knows what its like to have a bad record, and can relate to the ones . . . who care to be changed. He said any inmate who has worked consistently to grow and mature while in prison has the potential to contribute meaningfully to society upon release, as long as he has a safe place where he can go to continue rehabilitation and where people can watch out for him.

Sorel, who recently started working with Dickerson as part of his prison ministry, described Dickerson as an honorable man whose whole demeanor [is] to do everything good that he could for his community. He said Dickerson reflects often on his time spent outside the prison walls, and sees the new commutation guidelines as a potential pathway home.

The end of the furlough program shot him down and put him in a sad place, Sorel said, but now he has renewed hope.

Matt Stout of the Globe staff contributed to this report.

Ivy Scott can be reached at ivy.scott@globe.com. Follow her @itsivyscott.

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ChatGPT exploded into the world in the fall of 2022, sparking a race toward ever more advanced artificial intelligence: GPT-4, Anthropics Claude, Google Gemini, and so many others. Just yesterday, OpenAI unveiled a model called Sora, the latest to instantly generate short videos from written prompts. But for all the dazzling tech demos and promises, development of the fundamental technology has slowed.

The most advanced and attention-grabbing AI programs, especially language models, have consumed most of the text and images available on the internet and are running out of training data, their most precious resource. This, along with the costly and slow process of using human evaluators to develop these systems, has stymied the technologys growth, leading to iterative updates rather than massive paradigm shifts. Companies are stuck competing over millimeters of progress.

As researchers are left trying to wring water from stone, they are exploring a new avenue to advance their products: Theyre using machines to train machines. Over the past few months, Google Deepmind, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, Apple, OpenAI, and various academic labs have all published research that uses an AI model to improve another AI model, or even itself, in many cases leading to notable improvements. Numerous tech executives have heralded this approach as the technologys future.

This is a scenario that countless works of science fiction have prepared us for. And, taken to the extreme, the result of such self-learning might be nothing less than eschatological. Imagine GPT-5 teaching GPT-6, GPT-6 teaching GPT-7, and so on until the model has surpassed human intelligence. Some believe that this development would have catastrophic results. Nine years ago, OpenAIs CEO, Sam Altman, blogged about a theoretical AI capable of recursive self-improvementand the prospect that it would perceive humans in the same way that we perceive the bacteria and viruses we wash from our hands.

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We are not anywhere close to the emergence of superintelligence, as pundits call it. (Altman speaks often of AIs supposed existential risk; its good PR.) Even so, more modest programs that teach and learn from one another could warp our experience of the world and unsettle our basic understandings of intelligence. Generative AI already detects patterns and proposes theories that humans could not discover on their own, from quantities of data far too massive for any person to comb through, via internal algorithms that are largely opaque even to their creators. Self-learning, if successful, might only magnify this issue. The result could be a sort of unintelligible intelligence: models that are smart, or at least capable, in ways humans cannot readily comprehend.

To understand this shift, you have to understand the basic economics behind AI. Building the technology requires tremendous amounts of money, time, and information. The process begins with feeding an algorithm enormous amounts of databooks, math problems, captioned photos, voice recordings, and so onto establish the models baseline capabilities. Researchers can then enhance and refine those pre-trained abilities in a couple of different ways. One is by providing the model with specific examples of a task done well: A program might be shown 100 math questions with correct solutions. Another is a trial-and-error process known as reinforcement learning that typically involves human operators: A human might evaluate a chatbots responses for sexism so the program can learn to avoid those deemed offensive. Reinforcement learning is the key component to this new generation of AI systems, Rafael Rafailov, a computer scientist at Stanford, told me.

This is not a perfect system. Two different people, or the same person on different days, can have inconsistent judgments. All of those evaluators work at a slow, human pace, and require payment. As models become more powerful, they will require more sophisticated feedback from skilled, and thus better-paid, professionals. Doctors might be tapped to evaluate a medical AI that diagnoses patients, for instance.

You can see why self-learning holds a special appeal. Its cheaper, less labor-intensive, and perhaps more consistent than human feedback. But automating the reinforcement process comes with risks. AI models are already riddled with imperfectionshallucinations, prejudice, basic misunderstandings of the worldwhich they pass along to users through their outputs. (In one infamous example last year, a lawyer used ChatGPT to write a legal brief and ended up citing cases that didnt exist.) Training or fine-tuning a model with AI-generated data may amplify those flaws and make the program worse, like simmering a toxic stock into a thick demi-glace. Last year, Ilia Shumailov, then a junior research fellow at Oxford University, quantified one version of this self-destructive cycle and dubbed it model collapse: the complete degeneration of an AI.

To avoid this problem, the latest wave of research on self-improving AI uses only small amounts of synthetic data, guided by a human software developer. This approach relies on some sort of external check, separate from the AI itself, to ensure the quality of the feedbackperhaps the laws of physics, a list of moral principles, or some other, independent criteria already deemed true. Researchers have seen particular success with automating quality control for narrow, well-defined tasks, such as mathematical reasoning and games, in which correctness or victory provide a straightforward way to evaluate synthetic data. Deepmind recently used AI-generated examples to boost a language models ability to solve math and coding problems. But in these cases, the AI isnt learning from another AI so much as from scientific results or other established criteria, Rohan Taori, a computer scientist at Stanford, told me. Today, self-learning is more about setting the rules of the game, he said.

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Meanwhile, in cases of training AI models with more abstract abilities, such as writing in a pleasant tone or crafting responses that a person would find helpful, human feedback has remained crucial. The furthest-reaching vision of AI models training themselves, then, would be for them to learn to provide more subjective feedback to themselvesto rate how helpful, polite, prosodic, or prejudiced a chatbot dialogue is, for instance. But to date, in most research, language-model feedbacks training of other language models stops working after a few cycles: Perhaps the second iteration of the model improves, but the third or fourth plateaus or worsens. At some point, the AI model is just reinforcing existing abilitiesbecoming overconfident about what it knows and less capable at everything else. Learning, after all, requires being exposed to something new. Generative-AI models in use today are data-torturing machines, Stefano Soatto, the vice president of applied science for Amazon Web Services AI division, told me. They cannot create one bit of information more than the data theyre trained on.

Soatto compared self-learning to buttering a dry piece of toast. Imagine an AI model as a piece of bread, and its initial training process as placing a pat of butter in the center. At its best today, the self-learning technique simply spreads the same butter around more evenly, rather than bestowing any fundamentally new skills. Still, doing so makes the bread taste better. This kind of self-trained, or buttered, AI has recently been shown, in limited research settings, to provide more helpful summaries, write better code, and exhibit enhanced commonsense reasoning. Superintelligence might be beside the point if self-improving AI can reliably cut costs for OpenAI, Google, and all the rest by simulating an infinite army of human evaluators.

But for true evangelists, the dream is for self-learning to do more than thatto add more butter to the slice of toast. To do that, computer scientists will need to continue to devise ways of verifying synthetic datato see whether more powerful AI models can ever serve as reliable sources of feedback, and perhaps even generate new information. If researchers succeed, AI could crash through the ceiling of human-made content on the web. In that case, a sign of true artificial intelligence may well be artificial teaching.

AI may not need to attain the capacity for more holistic self-improvement before it becomes unrecognizable to us. These programs are already labyrinthineit is frequently impossible to explain why or how AI generated a given answerand developing a process whereby they take their own lead would only further compound that opacity.

You could call it artificial artificial intelligence: AI that might not perceive or approach problems in ways humans readily relate to. It would be similar, perhaps, to how people cannot fully grasp how dogs use their noses, or bats their ears, to orient themselveseven as smell and echolocation are excellent ways of navigating the world. Machine intelligence might be similarly difficult to fathom, simultaneously of this world and unfamiliar.

Such strange behaviors have already cropped up in far from superintelligent ways. Asked to achieve a specific goalproviding helpful chatbot responses, flipping pancakes, moving blocksvery often those [reinforcement-learning] agents learn how to cheat, Shumailov said. In one example, a neural network plugged into a Roomba that was learning not to bump into anything just learned to drive backwardbecause the bumper sensors were all on the front of the vacuum.

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This will be less funny when an AI model is used to align another model with a set of ethical principlesa constitutional AI of sorts, as the start-up Anthropic has dubbed the concept. Already, different people see different interpretations of abortion, gun ownership, and race-conscious admissions in the U.S. Constitution. And while human disagreements over the law are at least legible and debatable, it might be difficult to understand how a machine interprets and applies a rule, especially over many cycles of training, producing subtly harmful results. An AI instructed to be helpful and engaging could turn aggressive and manipulative; rules to prevent one form of bias might breed another. Computer-generated feedback, for all the ways a human can tweak it, might offer a false sense of control, Dylan Hadfield-Menell, a computer scientist at MIT, told me.

Although those opaque inner workings have the potential to be dangerous, rejecting them on principle could also mean rejecting revelation. Having ingested an internets worth of information, self-training AI models might bring out genuinely important patterns and ideas that are already embedded in their training data but that humans cannot elicit or fully comprehend. The most advanced chess-playing programs, for instance, learned by playing millions of games against themselves. These chess AIs play moves that elite human players struggle to comprehend, and utterly dominate those playerswhich has caused a reevaluation of chess at the highest human level.

Shumailov put it this way: In the 17th century, Galileo correctly asserted that the Earth revolves around the sun, but this was rejected as heresy because it didnt align with existing belief systems. The fact that weve managed to realize some knowledge does not necessarily mean that well be able to interpret this knowledge, Shumailov said. Perhaps we will ignore the outputs of some AI models, even if they are later found to be true, simply because they are incommensurate with what we currently understandmath proofs we cant yet follow, brain models we cant explain, knowledge we dont recognize as knowledge. The ceiling provided by the internet may simply be higher than we can see.

Whether self-training AI leads to catastrophic disaster, subtle imperfections and biases, or unintelligible breakthroughs, the response cannot be to entirely trust or scorn the technologyit must be to take these models seriously as agents that today can learn, and tomorrow might be able to teach us, or even one another.

This article has been updated to include a reference to Sora.

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Growing older doesnt necessarily mean growing wiser. Sometimes, our habits hold us back from becoming the best version of ourselves.

We all have certain habits that we cling to, some more harmful than others. And as we age, its easy to think, Thats just how I am.

But heres the thing: if you want to grow into a better person as you get older, there are some habits you need to kick to the curb.

In this article, Im going to share with you nine habits that could be stunting your personal growth. Its time to bid them goodbye, my friend.

Sit back, reflect and ready yourself for some serious self-improvement.

We all do it. We put off tasks, delay decisions, and generally avoid doing what needs to be done. Its a habit that many of us carry from our younger years.

But heres the thing about procrastination its a thief. It steals time, productivity and ultimately, your potential to grow.

As we age, time becomes more precious. And each moment spent procrastinating is a moment lost forever.

If you want to become a better person as you age, its time to say goodbye to the Ill do it later mentality.

Start setting goals, creating plans and taking actions right away. Be determined to live a more productive, fulfilling life.

Its not about being busy, but being productive that matters. And trust me, your future self will thank you for it.

Now, this is a habit I can personally relate to. A few years back, I would constantly find myself focusing on the negatives. Whether it was a minor setback at work or even the weather, Id let it affect my mood and outlook.

But, over time, I realized that this constant negativity was not doing me any favors. In fact, it was draining my energy and preventing me from appreciating the good things in life.

I made a conscious decision to change. Instead of focusing on the negatives, I started looking for silver linings. When something didnt go as planned, Id ask myself: What can I learn from this?

The shift in perspective was transformative. Not only did it make me feel happier and more positive, but it also helped me grow as a person.

If youre often stuck in a negative mindset, its time to let that habit go. Embrace positivity and watch how it changes your life for the better.

Did you know our brains are wired to remember negative experiences more than positive ones? Its a survival mechanism, designed to help us avoid repeating past mistakes. But it also means we sometimes get stuck dwelling on past events, reliving the pain or disappointment.

This habit can not only rob you of enjoying the present moment, but it can also inhibit personal growth.

Letting go of the past doesnt mean forgetting or ignoring what happened. It means accepting, learning from those experiences and moving forward.

If you find yourself constantly revisiting past events, its time to break this habit. Live in the present, plan for the future and let the past be a stepping stone, not a stumbling block, to becoming a better person as you age.

In the hustle and bustle of life, we often forget to take care of ourselves. We push through exhaustion, skip meals, and ignore signals our bodies are sending us.

But neglecting self-care is a habit that can seriously impact your personal growth. It can lead to burnout, stress, and even health issues.

So if you want to become a better person as you age, start prioritizing self-care. This doesnt just mean taking care of your physical health. It also includes mental and emotional wellbeing.

Start by taking small steps. It could be setting aside time for relaxation each day, eating balanced meals, or getting regular exercise. Youll be surprised at how these small changes can make a big difference in your overall growth as an individual.

Lets face it, stepping out of our comfort zone can be scary. Whether its changing careers, moving to a new city, or even starting a new hobby, taking risks can induce fear.

But the thing about risk is that its often accompanied by opportunity. It opens doors to new possibilities and experiences that can lead to personal growth.

So if youre someone who tends to play it safe, its time to shake things up a bit. It doesnt mean you have to jump into reckless decisions. But consider calculated risks, weigh your options and make bold moves when it feels right.

Growth often happens outside of our comfort zone. Dont let fear hold you back from becoming the best version of yourself as you age.

Holding onto grudges can be a heavy burden to bear. It keeps you anchored to past hurts, preventing you from moving forward.

Forgiving others isnt about letting them off the hook or forgetting what they did. Its about freeing yourself from the weight of resentment and bitterness.

Forgiveness allows you to make peace with the past and opens up space for personal growth. Its not always easy, but its a vital step towards becoming a better person as you age.

If theres someone youve been holding a grudge against, consider letting it go. Its not for them, its for you. Its about choosing peace over pain, growth over grudge. And trust me, your heart will feel lighter for it.

I used to shy away from any conversation that seemed challenging or potentially confrontational. Whether it was expressing how I felt, asking for what I needed, or addressing an issue, Id find a way to avoid it.

But over time, I learned that avoiding difficult conversations only led to unresolved issues and strained relationships. It was a habit I had to break for personal growth.

So, if this resonates with you, its time to muster up some courage. Approach these conversations with respect and openness. Be willing to listen as much as you speak.

These conversations might be uncomfortable, but they often lead to better understanding, deeper connections, and personal growth.

In todays world of social media, its easy to fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to others. We see their highlight reels and suddenly, our own lives seem less impressive.

But comparison is a dangerous game. It leads to feelings of inadequacy and dissatisfaction. It prevents us from appreciating our own journey and growth.

So if youre constantly measuring your worth against others, its time to break this habit. Instead, focus on your own progress. Celebrate your achievements, no matter how small.

Every persons journey is unique. The only person you should be comparing yourself to is the person you were yesterday. Strive to be better than that person, and youll be on the path to becoming a better version of yourself as you age.

Change is an inevitable part of life. Its the driving force behind personal growth and development. Yet, many of us resist change due to fear or uncertainty.

But clinging to the familiar only leads to stagnation. If you want to become a better person as you age, learn to embrace change. Welcome new experiences, adapt to different situations, and see every change as an opportunity for growth.

The beauty of life lies in its unpredictability. So dont fear change instead, let it shape you, mold you, and guide you towards becoming the best version of yourself.

Embarking on the path to personal growth is a journey, not a destination.

Each of these habits weve discussed plays a crucial role in shaping who we are as individuals. They can either propel us towards becoming better versions of ourselves, or hold us back.

But remember, Rome wasnt built in a day. Letting go of ingrained habits takes time, patience, and a lot of self-compassion.

Its about making conscious choices each day to foster positive change. Its about embracing our flaws, celebrating our victories, and learning from our failures.

As the renowned psychologist Carl Rogers once said, The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.

So as you age, strive to become better, not perfect. Every step you take towards breaking these habits is a step towards becoming the person you aspire to be.

In this journey of self-improvement and growth, remember to be kind to yourself. After all, its not just about becoming a better person for others, but for yourself too.

In this age of information overload and pressure to meet others expectations, many struggle to connect with their core purpose and values. Its easy to lose your inner compass.

Jeanette Brown created this free values discovery PDF to help clarify your deepest motivations and beliefs. As an experienced life coach and self-improvement teacher, Jeanette guides people through major transitions by realigning them with their principles.

Her uniquely insightful values exercises will illuminate what inspires you, what you stand for, and how you aim to operate. This serves as a refreshing filter to tune out societal noise so you can make choices rooted in what matters most to you.

With your values clearly anchored, youll gain direction, motivation and the compass to navigate decisions from your best self rather than fleeting emotion or outside influences.

Stop drifting without purpose. Rediscover what makes you come alive with Jeanette Browns values clarity guide.

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Welcome to a journey of self-improvement and motivation inspired by the legendary investor and philanthropist Warren Buffett. Often regarded as one of the most successful investors in history, Buffetts insights extend far beyond finance. His life and teachings provide a blueprint for living a life filled with achievements and no regrets.

In this article, we delve into eight fundamental challenges that encapsulate Buffetts philosophy. These challenges are not just about financial success but are geared toward personal growth, effective communication, and building a life rich in wisdom and relationships. Lets explore how embracing these principles can transform your approach to life and lead you toward a path of fulfillment and purpose.

Here are eight challenges that you can take that will lead to no regrets in life, inspired by Warren Buffetts teachings:

These challenges, guided by Buffetts wisdom, can lead to a fulfilling and regret-free life, especially when aligned with personal growth and what motivates you.

Keep reading for a deeper dive into what he means by each of these lessons.

The first and foremost challenge is investing in yourself. Buffett famously said, The most important investment you can make is in yourself. This means dedicating time and resources to your education, health, and personal development.

Buffetts success results from his self-education, mentors, investment strategies, and commitment to continuous learning. Whether taking courses, reading extensively, or staying physically and mentally fit, investing in yourself sets the foundation for personal and professional success.

Effective communication is a key to success in both personal and professional life. Buffett once remarked, If you cant communicate, its like winking at a girl in the dark nothing happens. This challenge involves honing your ability to express ideas clearly and persuasively.

If you ask Warren Buffett about the secret of his success, he may well credit the $100 Dale Carnegie speaking course he took many years ago. Developing good public speaking skills can increase your future earnings by 50%, Buffett once told a Columbia Business School audience. [1]

Buffett practices this by writing annual letters to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, breaking down complex investment concepts into understandable language. Improving your communication skills can lead to better relationships, more precise decision-making, and increased influence.

Warren Buffett emphasizes the importance of saving and financial discipline. He advises, Do not save what is left after spending, but spend what is left after saving. This challenge concerns understanding the value of saving and managing your finances wisely.

Its not just about earning a lot of money but also about developing the financial discipline to convert that earned income into savings and investments so you build a net worth. You can build a secure financial future by prioritizing saving and investing wisely, just as Buffett has.

Buffett teaches the importance of understanding and managing risks. He believes, Risk comes from not knowing what youre doing. This challenge involves learning to take calculated risks.

Its about making informed decisions, not just in investments but in various aspects of life. Buffetts success is partly due to his ability to assess and mitigate risks. Navigating risks wisely can lead to significant rewards and prevent unnecessary setbacks. Consider the risk-to-reward ratio in any investment, business, or life choice. Fully educate yourself on the risks before making big decisions.

Integrity is a cornerstone of Buffetts philosophy. He asserts, It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. This challenge is about practicing integrity in all aspects of life.

Buffetts impeccable reputation is a testament to his steadfast adherence to integrity. Maintaining integrity is crucial for long-lasting success and respect, whether in business dealings or personal relationships.

Buffett is a proponent of long-term thinking. He advises, Someones sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago. This challenge concerns focusing on long-term goals and not being swayed by short-term setbacks or distractions.

Buffetts investment strategies are based on long-term potential rather than short-term gains. Cultivating a long-term mindset can lead to sustained success and fulfillment. A growth mindset allows you to see what is possible long-term, while a fixed mindset keeps you trapped in your current situation.

Buffett attributes much of his success to his reading habit. He once said, Read 500 pages like this every day. Thats how knowledge works. It builds up, like compound interest. This challenge encourages you to embrace the habit of reading.

Whether its books, newspapers, or reports, reading expands your knowledge, perspective, and understanding of the world. Incorporating reading into your daily routine can be a game-changer for personal growth. Reading allows you to learn quickly what the author took a lifetime of study to understand. Reading a great nonfiction book is one of the best investments of time and money you can make.

Finally, Buffett highlights the importance of building and maintaining solid relationships. He believes, Its better to hang out with people better than you Pick out associates whose behavior is better than yours, and youll drift in that direction.

This challenge is about valuing and nurturing relationships, both personal and professional. The support, guidance, and opportunities from strong relationships are invaluable. Buffetts success is partly due to his strong network of mentors, business partners, and colleagues.

Embarking on a path inspired by Warren Buffetts challenges is not just about adopting a set of practices; its about fueling a journey toward lasting motivation and personal fulfillment. Each challenge, rooted in Buffetts wisdom, catalyzes transformative growth and enduring success.

Integrating these challenges into your life creates a synergy that propels you forward. Each aspect feeds into another, creating a growth, achievement, and motivation cycle. By embracing Buffetts wisdom, youre not just setting yourself up for success; youre fueling a journey rich in learning, fulfillment, and an unwavering drive to achieve your best life.

Embarking on these eight paths, inspired by Warren Buffetts wisdom, paves the way for a life rich in accomplishment and devoid of regret. These principles are not just strategies for financial success but are guidelines for a well-lived life.

They encourage us to grow continuously, communicate effectively, manage our resources wisely, make informed choices, live with integrity, plan for the future, seek knowledge relentlessly, and cherish our relationships. By integrating these values into our daily lives, we can navigate our journey with confidence, purpose, and a sense of fulfillment that transcends material success. You can live a life thats not only successful but also meaningful and regret-free.

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Lets talk about MASTERY.

I use the word quite often. Mastery is an obsession for me.

My upcoming Masterclass is called,How to Become a World Class Transformational Coach,which means,How to be a Master at what you do.

What does Mastery mean in aVUCAworld? VUCA is a term that meansvolatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous. Its a good description of the constant and unpredictable change thats now the norm.

What skills do you need to masterin order to navigate a churning ocean, or a hurricane, or our social-political-economic-cultural-environmental war- ground?

Here are my conclusions. Id love to hear yours.

This is the ability to keep your head on straight while others around you are losing theirs. Its the stand you take in the eye of the hurricane, watching the chaos without getting caught up in it or reacting to it. It gives you more options for responding appropriately when difficulties arise. Staying awake means being aware of ALL aspects of yourself physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, energetic, relational, and worldly (as an economic and political citizen in the larger social structure).

It means knowing your needs, wants, and desires, your moods and your intentions, your place and your identity as a complex every-changing force of nature. It means knowing your environment and the humans around you, understanding your philosophy, psychology, and physiology. Its being observant and caring in your relationships, and remaining grounded in the shifting reality of this world.

It means remembering who you are beyond this one short physical life, as an evolving soul, and the true purpose youre here for.

Oscar Wilde said,The only thing I cannot resist is temptation.Today, temptation is everywhere all the time, 24/7/366. There is a constant flow of emails, social media, junk food, reality shows, 500 channels of crap on TV, news feeds and the news itself, and that supercomputer you can slip into your pocket. Our brain-mind is an addiction-based machine. We are easily addicted to substances, ideas, traumas, relationships, pleasures the list is endless.

Mastery is remembering whats important to you, what you value, and which virtues you are actively practicing.* When you use your principles as the foundation of your choices (rather than the latest dopamine syringe), you can stay healthy and happy rather than sick and lonely. This means saying No to the endless parade of temptations. That ability is usually called willpower, but a better way to think about it is virtue-power, value-power, and purpose-power. Youre here on Earth to accomplish something important. Let that purpose be your guide when you choose where to place your attention.

If you decide to climb a great mountain or explore a jungle, you first do a lot of research. You consult with experts, gather the right companions, and make sure you have the maps, tools and equipment you need to make the long journey and deal with unknowns.

Your life is an expedition, and when you take it as seriously as climbing Everest, you can be prepared for whatever happens next. What maps are you using to navigate through your life? What experts are you learning from? Have you developed the strengths and skills you need to get from here to the end of your life? Do you have companions who are mutually committed to everyones well being? Do you have the equipment and tools to deal with the many ways things can go wrong?

TheClear Beliefs Methodis a specialized tool-set for getting through the jungle of life to your destination. In a thick jungle, the tool you use the most is a machete for clearing whatever is in your way at the moment (in the jungle of your belief system). With this one tool, you can then move forward, one step at a time, and get through the entire jungle to your destination.

This may be the most difficult skill to master because it goes against our deepest programming. To our early hominid ancestors,Unknown = Danger. A rustling in the grass could be the wind, or a predator looking for a tasty snack. Our brains want to knowwhat is soandwhat it means, becauseKnown = Safe. This is one of the underlying mechanisms of our belief system. Weconstantlyidentify patterns in our environment and categorize them for survival. This means that the brain would rather have certainty than truth its better to know something that ISNT so than it is to NOT-know, because not-knowing creates the feeling of intense anxiety.

The brain is an efficient predictive machine. A lot of the brains energy is dedicated to remembering the past (especially negative experiences) and predicting or projecting what could happen in the future. This mechanism is fantastic for surviving in an environment where everything known stays pretty much the same. But thats not the environment we live in today.

Our brains and egos were not designed for a VUCA world, where everything changes all the time and information overload is always present. We need to re-design ourselves for this new environment.

To function as a Master in this world requires the ability to sit comfortably in the unknown, alert and awake, without the need toknow for sure.You stay firmly seated in the present moment, responding from your deep knowing of yourself especially when that knowing includes your chosen virtues, values, and divine purpose.

No, it requires a lot of inner work.

Is it important?Absolutely if you have the ambition to create a better future and want to thrive in this rapidly shifting world.

Is it worth the effort?Yes. Ask any Master.

Then ask if they will take you on as an apprentice.

I would love to hear your thoughts.

May you find your way to Mastery and create a great life for yourself, your loved ones, and the generations to come,

With love,

Lion Goodman, PCC

Creator of the Clear Beliefs Method & the Clear Beliefs Coach Training

PS: * Download my free guide to the Virtueshere.

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As the founder of Hack Spirit, Ive heard a good deal of advice on how to succeed in life. The most common phrase? Work really hard and youll succeed. Thats what everyone seems to believe. But as someone whos written a best-selling book on mindfulness and eastern philosophy, Ive come to realize that sheer hard work isnt the be-all and end-all.

Now, dont get me wrong hard work is important. But theres more to achieving success than just grinding away relentlessly. After countless conversations, research, and personal experiences, Ive found that there are other, often overlooked elements that play crucial roles in our journey to success.

I spent a month testing these less conventional methods letting go of the constant hustle, focusing on self-awareness, mindfulness and prioritizing personal wellbeing. The results were surprising, even to me.

Taking a step back from the societal norm of relentless hard work was not easy. But I was determined to explore a more mindful and holistic approach to success. So, I set out on a month-long journey, focusing on three key elements that often get sidelined in our quest for achievement.

While it was a significant shift from the constant hustle I was used to, these practices brought about a sense of balance and clarity that I hadnt experienced before.

The results of this month-long experiment were nothing short of transformative. Yes, it was initially uncomfortable to step away from the constant grind and hustle. But what unfolded was a renewed sense of purpose and joy that I hadnt felt in years.

Firstly, my self-awareness through journaling helped me identify what truly mattered to me. No longer was I chasing someone elses definition of success, but my own. I discovered strengths and passions that had been overshadowed by the noise of constant work.

Practicing mindfulness brought a profound sense of calm to my days. I learned to appreciate the present moment, which in turn reduced stress and anxiety. It was no longer about rushing to the finish line, but enjoying the journey.

Finally, prioritizing personal wellbeing made me realize that success isnt worth compromising health and happiness. Regular exercise, proper nutrition, good sleep and leisure time rejuvenated me. I became more productive, creative and content in my work.

In retrospect, I can see how my old belief that hard work is the sole key to success was skewed. Its now clear that a more balanced approach not only leads to success but also enriches the journey towards it.

Before this journey, I was certain that success equated to long hours, constant hustle, and an unwavering commitment to work. I believed that by pushing myself to the limit, Id reach the pinnacle of success.

But this month-long experiment turned my expectations on their head. Rather than leading to burnout and dissatisfaction, as I had half-expected, this holistic approach brought a renewed sense of fulfillment. The results were not just visible in my work, but also in my personal life and overall wellbeing.

I realized success isnt just about financial gain or professional accolades. Its also about personal growth, happiness, and a sense of fulfillment. Reflecting on this now, it seems so obvious. And yet, it took stepping away from the traditional narrative to truly understand it.

Now that weve debunked the popular belief and realigned our expectations with reality, lets delve into the most valuable lesson learned from this journeya lesson that could potentially redefine your perspective on success.

Deciding to step back from the relentless hustle and embrace a more balanced approach to success wasnt easy. It required realigning my views and challenging the societal narrative. But let me tell you, it was worth it.

If youve found yourself caught in the whirlwind of constant work, feeling stressed and unfulfilled, I want to extend an invitation to you. Try stepping back. Cultivate self-awareness, practice mindfulness, and prioritize your wellbeing.

It may feel counterintuitive at first. You might worry about falling behind or not achieving your goals. But remember, real success isnt just about the destinationits also about the journey.

And in this journey, its okay to slow down. Its okay to take care of yourself. Its okay to enjoy the present moment. Because ultimately, success is not just about working hardits about working smart, living well, and enjoying life along the way.

As I reflect on this journey, I am reminded of certain principles that have guided me throughout my life. Principles that, in retrospect, seem so relevant to what weve just been exploring. These include:

Embracing mindfulness: This journey has taught me the value of living in the present moment and appreciating the journey rather than just focusing on the destination.

Prioritizing self-improvement: This experiment was, in essence, a personal growth challenge. It forced me to step out of my comfort zone and reassess my understanding of success.

Valuing mental well-being: A key part of this new approach was prioritizing my mental health. I discovered that well-being and success are not mutually exclusive but rather intertwined.

Letting go of unnecessary attachments: I had to let go of the societal narrative that equates success with hard work alone. This was not easy, but it was necessary for growth and transformation.

Balance idealism with realism: Its important to aim high but also remain grounded. Success is about finding that sweet spot between aspiration and practicality.

I hope sharing my journey has given you some food for thought. Perhaps it has challenged your own beliefs and expectations about success. Remember, its okay to redefine what success means to you and seek a balance that not only brings professional achievement but also personal fulfillment and happiness.

In truth, this journey of redefining success mirrors a lot of what I discuss in my book, Hidden Secrets of Buddhism: How To Live With Maximum Impact and Minimum Ego. Its about embracing a fulfilling life by living with less ego and more purpose. If youre curious to learn more about how Buddhist teachings can guide you towards a fulfilling modern life, you might find it interesting. You can check it out here.

Remember, at the end of the day, success is a personal journey. Its about finding what works for you and aligning your efforts with your values and well-being. So, take a moment to reflect on your own journey. What does success mean to you? And how can you approach it in a way that brings not just achievement, but also joy and fulfillment?

In this age of information overload and pressure to meet others expectations, many struggle to connect with their core purpose and values. Its easy to lose your inner compass.

Jeanette Brown created this free values discovery PDF to help clarify your deepest motivations and beliefs. As an experienced life coach and self-improvement teacher, Jeanette guides people through major transitions by realigning them with their principles.

Her uniquely insightful values exercises will illuminate what inspires you, what you stand for, and how you aim to operate. This serves as a refreshing filter to tune out societal noise so you can make choices rooted in what matters most to you.

With your values clearly anchored, youll gain direction, motivation and the compass to navigate decisions from your best self rather than fleeting emotion or outside influences.

Stop drifting without purpose. Rediscover what makes you come alive with Jeanette Browns values clarity guide.

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Success means different things to different people. For some, it may be career achievements, wealth accumulation, or recognition. For others, it could be strong relationships, good health, and fulfillment. However, most definitions of success have one thing in common: achieving meaningful goals that improve ones life. But how does one accomplish this effectively? Success does not simply happen by chance. Instead, it is cultivated through consistent effort, self-improvement, and perseverance. This article explores how harnessing three key elements discipline, consistency, and growth paves the road to success.

Reaching goals and achieving success, no matter how defined, rests upon three essential foundations: discipline, consistency, and growth. Developing these core areas empowers continuous improvement and meaningful results.

Discipline provides the driving force behind consistent effort and wise choices that propel productivity. It supplies the self-control to establish constructive habits, follow through on commitments, and pursue excellence. Discipline empowers perseverance during challenges and enables delayed gratification. By governing impulses, directing energy appropriately, and increasing mental grit and resilience, discipline creates opportunities for consistent growth over the long haul.

For example, professional athletes exert incredible discipline to keep rigid training regimens daily, forgoing immediate pleasures for their performance and career ambitions. Their laser focus propels growth.

While discipline supplies the power, consistency channels that power effectively through regular routines and steady progress over time, developing constructive habits and adhering to them amplifies gains through cumulative effort. Tiny gains made frequently compound significant results. Consistency also builds credibility and trustworthiness.

LeBron James, for instance, carefully monitors and adjusts his workout regimes, nutrition, and recovery techniques to consistently perform at a top level over the years. His sustained drive accelerated his expertise.

Viewing life as an ongoing learning adventure facilitates success. Being receptive to constructive feedback, seeking self-improvement, and embracing difficulties as opportunities to gain wisdom enrich lifes journey. Adaptability permits handling changing circumstances smoothly. Continual upgrading of knowledge and abilities equips one for achievement.

For example, scientists keeping up with discoveries through studying academic journals will produce higher quality research than those ignoring new information. Lifelong learning sows further growth.

Since discipline supplies the energy behind achievement, properly framing it facilitates harnessing its power for success. This involves setting aims, planning actions, and governing conduct.

Concrete goals actuate focused effort. Setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-based (SMART) goals clarifies direction. Defining metrics for gauging progress enables self-correction midstream if needed. Conceptualizing how goals align with priorities also boosts motivation during challenging times.

For instance, saving for a down payment on a first house will be more successful if target figures match realistic time frames. Keeping $80 per week is more accessible to regulate than vague aims.

With concrete goals set, structured daily and weekly plans keep efforts on track by assigning specific actions to designated times. This could involve waking earlier for workouts or blocking evening hours for passion projects. Scheduling trains concentration on priorities rather than wasted energy reacting to impulses. Orderly effort saves time and mental fatigue.

Cal Newports strict time-blocking system enabled writing bestselling books and simultaneously excelling as a computer science professor by optimizing focus. During his structured days, he enhanced productivity.

Cultivating self-discipline by moderating conduct, speech, and mental habits secures success. This governs impulses misaligned with goals and values. By pausing reactions to evaluate their benefit, better choices become second nature. Delaying immediate gratification for greater future rewards also gradually strengthens willpower.

Game designer Jane McGonigal overcame severe injuries through disciplined mental exercises, allowing enjoyment from small tasks completed steadily versus significant goals that overwhelmed them. Her regained mobility began with brushing her teeth methodically. Mastering self-control expanded her capacities permanently.

With disciplined effort established, channeling that intensity effectively requires consistency through sturdy routines. Consistency concentrates effort to optimal effect by standardizing beneficial practices.

Embedding positive habits into automatic routines conserves mental energy for other endeavors. This could mean starting mornings with meditation, exercise, and healthy breakfasts to trigger focused work afterward. It may involve shutting down digital devices before bedtime to enhance sleep. Determining optimal daily routines for personal or professional life and ingraining them depends on consistent replication.

Star athlete Serena Williams schedules sleep, two daily workout sessions, physical therapy, and family bonding around tournaments to stay at championship levels continuously. Her heavily regimented lifestyle stabilized her performance.

Tracking progress builds accountability and supplies frequent feedback on what functions well and what requires adjustment. Documenting behaviors, achievements, or milestones met encourages hitting prescribed marks consistently. Metrics might include fitness measurements, savings accumulated monthly, promotion timeline benchmarks, or quarterly analysis of website traffic and conversions. Celebrating incremental progress sustains motivation during lengthy projects.

Entrepreneur Arianna Huffington actively tracks when she unplugs her devices to guarantee proper sleep, which she believes is essential for daily peak productivity. Her sleep consistency aids in sharp mental performance.

The final piece for consistent achievement is sustaining determination, especially during lengthy projects involving sacrifice or fatigue. Combatting stagnation may require inspiration from others success stories in persevering against difficulties or reinventing project elements for renewed engagement. Shared accountability partners also deepen commitment. Reminding oneself why initial goals resonated reinforces motivation.

Young adult author R. J. Palacio persisted in rejecting 1000 copies of her debut novel before finally publishing it at age 44. Her passion kept her writing consistent for decades before her tremendous success. Remembering her underlying vision preserved determination.

Flourishing through increasing capacities facilitates harnessing new opportunities. Viewing life through a growth-oriented lens opens possibilities.

Hardships often derail progress by undermining morale. However, adopting a growth mindset views difficulties as opportunities to build abilities rather than threats to confidence. Reframing failures as feedback for strengthening weak areas leads to wisdom. Each challenge survived augments resilience for tackling the next. Setbacks become stepping stones.

Inventor James Dyson failed over 5000 prototypes before perfecting his bagless vacuum. Through persisting, each design mistake educated him on crafting the eventual revolutionary final product. His unwillingness to abandon ambition led to massive success.

Regularly upgrading knowledge and capabilities expands options for the future. Lifelong learning horizontally through formal instruction or vertically via self-study arms one with valuable skills as old ones become outdated due to industry shifts. It also exposes unique combinations of expertise missed by specializing in a single domain. Prioritizing steady growth enables seizing developing opportunities.

Renaissance genius Leonardo Da Vinci produced advanced designs for parachutes, tanks, helicopters, and solar power by continuously attempting to merge insights from his artistic, scientific, and inventing pursuits to create novel innovations ahead of his time. His versatile breakthroughs demonstrate the power of compounding interdisciplinary knowledge.

Continual upgrading relies on unbiased self-assessment through constructive input from others, followed by authentic change. Rather than deflecting or rationalizing critiques, genuinely listening and applying suggested improvements strengthens weaknesses. Pairing external accountability with habitual self-reflection solidifies evolution.

Star quarterback Peyton Manning meticulously reviewed previous game tapes between seasons, noticing suboptimal mechanics hampering specific plays, then drilled fundamentals before next year to expand strategic mastery through self-correction. His hunger for upgrading performance fueled excellence over time.

With the bedrock mindsets of discipline, consistency, and growth delineated, practical steps exist to translate them into daily behaviors and habits.

Several hindrances disrupt consistency, especially when willpower wanes:

A once struggling musician, Simon harnessed discipline, consistency, and growth to catapult confidence and competence. Craving steadier income between performances, he transitioned into software sales. However, his haphazard work ethic initially stalled deals. Through mentoring, Simon implemented consistent self-improvement systems. He formulated structured hourly schedules balancing required training, cold calls, relationship nurturing, administrative paperwork, and skill sharpening. This organized workflow increased sales conversations by 30%. Monitoring quantitative progress daily elevated determination through small daily wins. After a year, Simon tripled his income by ranking top salespersons through heightened competencies, outpacing previous rockstar reps. His self-driven growth sustains continuous success. Simon personifies utilizing key fundamentals discipline, consistency, and growth as catalysts for life enhancement.

Regardless of how one defines success, the foundations for actualizing ambitions remain the same. Harnessing the power of discipline through goals, plans, and self-governance establishes the force behind achievement. Channeling effort effectively through consistency-building routines optimizes impact over time. Adopting a growth mentality facilitates leveling up capabilities through difficulties embraced as opportunities rather than threats. Integrating these pillars of success empowers actualizing meaningful outcomes across domains of life. While each area alone holds merit, combining their strengths establishes a cycle of progress, multiplying individual potential. By taking ownership of these principles, one shapes ones destiny. The choice to take action begins now. What is your next step toward success?

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Retirement should be a time of peace and happiness.

But, sometimes, our own habits can stand in the way of that.

Old habits die hard, they say.

But if you want to truly enjoy your golden years, there are a handful of habits you might need to say goodbye to.

This isnt about changing who you are, but rather adjusting how you approach your life in retirement.

Heres a sneak peek into the 9 habits you might want to reconsider!

Retirement is a significant shift. Youre moving from decades of structured work hours to an open schedule.

This is a blessing, but it can also be a challenge.

Why? Because its easy to feel unproductive or guilty when youre not actively doing something.

But remember, youve earned this time to relax and enjoy life at a slower pace.

Letting go of the need to be constantly busy can open up space for hobbies, relaxation, and quality time with loved ones.

Ive always been a bit of a workaholic. Long hours at the office, fast food on the run, and exercise? Who had time for that?

But when I retired, I realized how much my health had been sidelined.

I was dealing with back pain, poor sleep, and low energy. And it was affecting my happiness.

I decided to make a change. I started walking every morning. Nothing strenuous, just a 30-minute stroll around the neighborhood.

I also committed to cooking healthier meals at home.

The difference was astonishing.

Within weeks, I was sleeping better, my energy levels were up, and my mood was significantly better.

Its easy to fall into the habit of spending without considering the long-term impact on your savings.

Now, heres something to ponder: a study by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that people aged 65 and above spend, on average, about $49,000 per year.

Thats almost $1,000 per week!

To ensure your savings last through your retirement years, it might be time to reassess your spending habits.

A budget isnt a restriction; its a tool that empowers you to enjoy your retirement without financial stress.

The daily interaction with colleagues is gone, and if youre not careful, days can go by without much social interaction.

But humans are social creatures. We thrive on connection and community. And studies have shown that isolation can lead to depression and even impact our physical health.

Therefore, reach out to old friends, make new ones, join a club, or volunteer in your community.

Just because youve retired doesnt mean your brain has too. Its easy to fall into a routine of passive activities like watching TV.

But this doesnt provide the mental stimulation that our brains need.

Take up a hobby, start a book club, learn a new language or skill.

These activities not only keep you mentally sharp but also give you a sense of accomplishment and purpose.

Weve all made mistakes, taken wrong turns or missed opportunities. Its part of being human.

But retirement isnt a time to dwell on past regrets; its a time to embrace the present and look forward to the future.

Holding onto regrets can be like carrying a heavy weight. It keeps you stuck in the past and can rob you of the joy of the present moment.

Keep in mind, every new day is an opportunity to create happy memories in this beautiful chapter of your life.

Ive always found comfort in familiarity. The same coffee shop, the same weekend routine, the same holiday destinations.

But when I retired, I realized this resistance to change was limiting my experiences.

Retirement is a major life change and it often brings other changes with it, whether thats moving house, traveling more, or picking up new hobbies.

At first, I found these changes unsettling. But then I realized that change brings growth and new experiences.

Just because youve retired doesnt mean you should stop setting goals.

Without work to structure our days, its easy to drift aimlessly.

But having clear goals, whether theyre health-related, travel ambitions, or learning a new skill, can bring focus and excitement to your days.

Its not just about physical health, its also about taking care of your mental and emotional well-being.

Self-care is about valuing yourself enough to give your body, mind, and spirit what they need to function at their best.

Its about making time for relaxation, pursuing passions, connecting with loved ones, and nurturing your mental health.

Retirement is often referred to as the golden years of ones life. Its a time we earn through years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

And its meant to be savored and enjoyed.

So, as you step into this new chapter, remember the power lies in your hands.

Each day is a fresh canvas waiting to be painted with experiences of your choosing.

Whether its saying goodbye to the 9-to-5 mindset, prioritizing your health, or embracing change, each small step brings you closer to a happier, more fulfilling retirement.

After all, these are your golden years. And theyre yours to define.

In this age of information overload and pressure to meet others expectations, many struggle to connect with their core purpose and values. Its easy to lose your inner compass.

Jeanette Brown created this free values discovery PDF to help clarify your deepest motivations and beliefs. As an experienced life coach and self-improvement teacher, Jeanette guides people through major transitions by realigning them with their principles.

Her uniquely insightful values exercises will illuminate what inspires you, what you stand for, and how you aim to operate. This serves as a refreshing filter to tune out societal noise so you can make choices rooted in what matters most to you.

With your values clearly anchored, youll gain direction, motivation and the compass to navigate decisions from your best self rather than fleeting emotion or outside influences.

Stop drifting without purpose. Rediscover what makes you come alive with Jeanette Browns values clarity guide.

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