Christie Sausa
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Christie Sausa
When your priorities are clear, every 'no' becomes a step toward what matters.
Brain Food: Being Open-Minded
Some deep wisdom from Henry Miller on character:
"One thing seems more and more evident to me now — people’s basic character does not change over the years ... Far from improving them, success usually accentuates their faults or short-comings. The brilliant guys at school often turn out to be not so brilliant once they are out in the world. If you ... See more
"One thing seems more and more evident to me now — people’s basic character does not change over the years ... Far from improving them, success usually accentuates their faults or short-comings. The brilliant guys at school often turn out to be not so brilliant once they are out in the world. If you ... See more
Brain Food: The Easy Part
Musician Nick Cave on cynicism and hopefulness:
“Cynicism is not a neutral position — and although it asks almost nothing of us, it is highly infectious and unbelievably destructive. In my view, it is the most common and easy of evils. I know this because much of my early life was spent holding the world and the people in it in contempt. It was a po... See more
“Cynicism is not a neutral position — and although it asks almost nothing of us, it is highly infectious and unbelievably destructive. In my view, it is the most common and easy of evils. I know this because much of my early life was spent holding the world and the people in it in contempt. It was a po... See more
James Clear June 5 • 3-2-1: On finding the best way to do something, how timing shapes communication, and making unreasonable requests
There is always more than one way to do something. Write down as many ways as you can think of to achieve your desired outcome. Then, rank them based on how much time they take, how much money they cost, and how effective you expect them to be. Choose the best.
James Clear • 3-2-1: On finding the best way to do something, how timing shapes communication, and making unreasonable requests
Being weird is the fastest way to be remembered.
Tim Denning • Sentences That Have Altered My Perception of Reality
Most goals can be achieved if you’re willing to look stupid.
Tim Denning • Sentences That Have Altered My Perception of Reality
Being obsessed creates a level of intensity that’s unmatched by passion.
Tim Denning • Sentences That Have Altered My Perception of Reality
Being average is incredibly boring and unfulfilling which is why it feels like a slow, unexplainable death.
Tim Denning • Sentences That Have Altered My Perception of Reality
The thoughts you think about all day long shape your reality.