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By:  Ivan Cavric In the annals of wisdom, few statements resonate as profoundly as Mark Twain's timeless observation: "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do." This poignant insight serves as a wake-up call for those who find themselves paralyzed by fear or indecision, urging them to break free from the shackles of regret and seize the opportunities that life presents. Now, let's dissect this nugget of truth, shall we? "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." Too often, we find ourselves playing it safe, clinging to the familiar comforts of routine and predictability. But true fulfillment lies in embracing the unknown, in daring to step outside our comfort zones and embrace the exhilarating uncertainty of life. But let's not stop there. "If you want something, go out and get it. Stop making excuses and start ...

Do You Think You're In Control Of Your Life?

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By:  Ivan Cavric You' re highly motivated to change, but you still can' t seem to stop behaving in ways you hate. You have excellent problem-solving skills, yet you can' t solve the personal ones that plague you the most. You know that if you do your job well, you' ll probably get a raise and/or a promotion, yet you go ahead and sabotage it. You know that if you' re considerate of people you' ll be well liked, yet you can' t stop being rude. You know that if you' re careful about saving and investing your money you' ll probably enjoy a prosperous retirement, yet you spend carelessly. Why can' t you figure out how to change your behavior and so change your life? Why, if what you' re doing is making you unhappy, can' t you stop doing it? When we have problems that we can' t seem to solve, many of us start thinking that we' re lazy, inexperienced, or maybe even unintelligent. We do this because it' s too scary for us to conclud...