by Poyel Nelson | Mar 22, 2020 | Mind
Yes, consumerism is a trap. But things might not entirely be as they seem. Ever since Thorstein Veblen’s 1899 classic ‘Theory of the Leisure Class,’ many have denounced consumerism. And many calling out consumerism thought they were culturally...
by Poyel Nelson | Feb 16, 2020 | Mind
The Power of Visualization is Fascinating. But it Can Be Elusive too. Visualization often goes hand in hand with the law of attraction. And in its worst interpretation, the law of attraction suggests that you create imagery of what you desire, infuse emotions, and...
by Poyel Nelson | Jan 26, 2020 | Mind, Live Switched-On
Knowing how to conquer fear is crucial when you want to live switched-on. Because fear and desire are the primal driving forces of our behavior. Both emotions are hard-coded into the lower regions of our brain to protect the survival of our species. Hence we seek...
by Poyel Nelson | Dec 16, 2019 | Mind
It is hard to overstate the role of belief in a great many personal development and self-help systems. For example, David J. Schwartz writes in one of the genre’s biggest classics, The Magic of Thinking Big ‘Believe it can be done. When you believe...
by Poyel Nelson | Nov 23, 2019 | Mind
Miyamoto Musashi’s (1584 – 1645) timeless lessons for life have never ceased to inspire martial artists and students of life alike. Many believe that he was the greatest swordsman who ever lived, but it’s his philosophy of life that continues to...
