Stress has been labeled the “silent killer.” Ominous yes, but it’s also accurate. You see, stress is unique in that it affects the body on all levels - physical, mental and emotional. And, even though the body is designed to withstand and at times harness stress, too...
Jay Papasan, co-author of The ONE Thing, says habits are among the best gifts you can give yourself. That’s why he’s already on day 23 of his 66-Day Challenge. Watch this video to find out what habit Jay’s currently tackling, and read below to see what “gifts” matter...
So, you’re taking the challenge? Why not scream it from the virtual mountain tops?! Whether you’re focused on improving your physical or spiritual health, or you’re nailing down financial or business goals, My ONE Thing goal tracker will get you there. It’s a free and...
Regrets are goals that were never attempted to be met. They are opportunities that were never taken. And, they’re a result of living without focusing on what matters most in life. If we had an infinite amount of time we might eventually get around to everything, but...
Habit formation relies on context-dependent repetition. What does that mean? Both a behavior and the situation in which the behavior happens play a part in creating a habit. By repeating something enough in the same scenario, whether it is chewing your nails while...
It takes on average 66 days to build a new habit. That’s right, locking your door when you leave the house, having a cigarette with cocktails, checking your rearview before backing out and grabbing a latte on the way to work each morning are habits you’ve had to...
A couple of months ago, this video, published by Apple, caught our eye: They focus on one thing … until it’s perfect. They realize that mastery takes time. They say no. They simplify. Sound familiar? We love their approach. And it’s strikingly similar to the ONE Thing...
What system has worked for you? My recommendation is to block four hours a day, as early in the day as you possibly can, to devote to your ONE Thing. Then be fearless about protecting that time. This system only works when your mantra is “nothing and no one has...
The counterbalance battle often begins sooner than we think. And, it’s never too early to take control of your future. That’s what students are saying this fall about the lessons learned in The ONE Thing. “As a college student, there is always something to do,” says...