The Benjamin Franklin Effect

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If you want someone to like you, ask them to do you a small favor. It might sound backward, but studies show that if you do something nice for someone, you will like them more and want to help them again. It’s called The Benjamin Franklin Effect. According to legend, Franklin asked an enemy if he could borrow a book, then thanked him profusely. They became lifelong friends.

Who Told You That?

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When you worry that someone dislikes you, is upset with you, or that the situation is worse than it truly is, stop and think, “Who told you that?” Usually, you won’t know the answer and will discover that it’s only a thought, which you can choose to reject.

Ep 64. New Year, Same You

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We are hard on ourselves & if we aren’t careful, we can beat ourselves up more than make positive changes. There’s the saying ‘New Year, New You’. But I want to offer the idea of new year, same you.

Ep 63. Back In The Saddle Again

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Getting back in the saddle and trying again, it’s all about practice right? That’s what life’s all about. We’re here to practice how to live until we have the skills to continue on into eternity.

The World’s Longest Road

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The world’s longest road to walk is from Cape Town, South Africa to Magadan, Russia. It’s 22,387 km/13911 mi long. Along the way, you pass thru 17 countries, 6 time zones, & all seasons of the year.

Remove Stains With Toothpaste

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Have you ever unintentionally stained your clothes with ink or a pen? It should be rubbed with toothpaste, dried, and then washed. The spot will go away.

The Only Way Out Is Through

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It frequently gets untidy while cleaning before it becomes organized. It’s the same with clearing your mind. Be persistent and patient as you travel your own path. The only way out is through.

Clench Your Fist To Improve Memory

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Simply clenching one’s fists helps boost memory. US psychologists say clenching the right hand for 90 seconds aids in memory creation, whereas doing the same with the left hand enhances memory recall.