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A Harvard Study Reveals the Secret to Being Likable

It’s not being polite, helpful, or having a good sense of humor. — It might be an inconvenient truth, but being likable is something we all (deep down) crave. That’s because it makes life easier. If you think that people are born charming, you’re mistaken — likability can be learned and honed, just like any other skill. But what is it that makes…

Self

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A Harvard Study Reveals the Secret to Being Likable
A Harvard Study Reveals the Secret to Being Likable
Self

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Books Are Our Superpower

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Stop Buying Courses — Read These Books Instead

Sometimes, reading a good book is enough — Everyone knows that knowledge is power. Few people know how much knowledge you can gain solely from books. That's right — solely from books. The truth is you don’t have to buy dozens of expensive courses or sit in boring lectures in order to educate yourself. That’s not to say…

Books

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Stop Buying Courses — Read These Books Instead
Stop Buying Courses — Read These Books Instead
Books

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Hello, Love

·May 24

6 Habits of Genuinely Happy People

Let’s take a look at the not-so-secret “secrets” of genuine happiness. — Everyone wants to know the secret to happiness. That’s why self-help books promising to unlock the key to being happy are bestsellers year after year. A “magic” formula. A complicated 10-step process. …

Love

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6 Habits of Genuinely Happy People
6 Habits of Genuinely Happy People
Love

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Books Are Our Superpower

·Apr 5

Ditch the Webinars — These Books Can Teach You More for Less

The smart choice for self-education — Let’s be honest: most webinars are nothing more than a marketing tactic to get you to buy a course. They pull you in with the promise of free knowledge, only to hit you with a hard sell at the end. And even if you do bite the bullet and invest…

Books

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Ditch the Webinars — These Books Can Teach You More for Less
Ditch the Webinars — These Books Can Teach You More for Less
Books

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Curious

·Apr 2

How to Dominate Any Room You Enter (Without Even Trying)

9 simple tips for making a killer impression — Dominating a room isn’t just about superficial tactics like dressing well or walking with confidence. It’s about character and personality — the way you present yourself, the way you communicate, and the way you connect with others. In this article, we’ll explore some simple tips that can help you make…

Self

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How to Dominate Any Room You Enter (Without Even Trying)
How to Dominate Any Room You Enter (Without Even Trying)
Self

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Hello, Love

·Mar 27

5 Habits of People Who Always Stand Out in a Crowd

Standing out made simple. — Have you ever wondered what sets certain people apart from the rest? What makes them memorable, even in a sea of faces? Is it their confidence, their charisma, their style? Well, the truth is, it’s a combination of factors. The people who always stand out in a crowd have certain…

Relationships

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5 Habits of People Who Always Stand Out in a Crowd
5 Habits of People Who Always Stand Out in a Crowd
Relationships

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Curious

·Mar 25

7 Ways to Inject Intentionality Into Your Daily Routine (And Stop Living Like a Hamster)

Or, how to slow down and find meaning in a busy world — Most people live like hamsters. They endlessly run on a wheel without a clear destination in mind. They wake up each morning, rush through their day, and collapse into bed at night exhausted, wondering where the time went. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been living like this for…

Self

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7 Ways to Inject Intentionality Into Your Daily Routine (And Stop Living Like a Hamster)
7 Ways to Inject Intentionality Into Your Daily Routine (And Stop Living Like a Hamster)
Self

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Hello, Love

·Mar 20

5 Rom-Com Tropes That Are Actually Harmful to Real-Life Relationships

Let’s take a look beyond the happily ever after. — Real-life relationships rarely follow the script of a Hollywood rom-com. In fact, some of the so-called “romantic” tropes you see in movies can harm real-life relationships. From unrealistic expectations to unhealthy communication patterns, these tropes can set you up for disappointment and frustration in your own love life. So, put…

Love

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5 Rom-Com Tropes That Are Actually Harmful to Real-Life Relationships
5 Rom-Com Tropes That Are Actually Harmful to Real-Life Relationships
Love

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Books Are Our Superpower

·Mar 10

4 Books So Unique, They Will Change the Way You See the World

Seeing the world anew through the pages of a book — As a reader, there’s nothing worse for me than reading a book with a predictable plot and unremarkable characters. I want to read books that will shake up my worldview. I want to read books that will expand my mind and leave me with a fresh perspective on life. If…

Books

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4 Books So Unique, They Will Change the Way You See the World
4 Books So Unique, They Will Change the Way You See the World
Books

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Hello, Love

·Mar 9

5 Signs You’re a High-Level Thinker

The habits of mind that set top thinkers apart. — Have you ever wondered what separates high-achievers from the rest of us? While some may think that success is all about IQ, a high level of intelligence is just one piece of the puzzle. …

Self

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5 Signs You’re a High-Level Thinker
5 Signs You’re a High-Level Thinker
Self

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Margaret Pan

Margaret Pan

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Thoughtful writer. I write about books, relationships, and personal development. Contact: margaretpannmd@gmail.com Newsletter + more: https://linktr.ee/margpan

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