Author: Neil Duazo
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What Do You Gain When You Focus on What You Have Instead of What You Lack?
Gratitude isn’t about toxic positivity — it’s about actually seeing what’s already there. One man’s honest account of burnout, journaling, and learning to stop taking the small things for granted.
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The Only Person You Should Be Better Than Is Who You Were Yesterday
Comparing yourself to others is a losing game. Discover why the 1% daily growth mindset — and a lot of patience — is the only self-improvement strategy that actually works.
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Embrace the Present: Live Life Fully Today
Inspired by Humble The Poet‘s book. We’re going to die anyway. Everyone we know, including ourselves, will be dead in 90 years. The memories of the past and fears of the future are stopping us from enjoying what’s in our present. Life is only as bad as your mind says it is. The birds are…
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Healing From Burnout Takes Longer Than You Think — And That’s Okay
Burnout recovery doesn’t happen overnight. One man’s honest account of healing slowly — and what exhaustion is quietly teaching him about patience, presence, and the people who stay.
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Hiraeth: Why I’m Done With Social Media (And What I’m Doing Instead)
Hiraeth — a beautiful Welsh word for a profound, nostalgic yearning for a lost time, era, or home to which you can never return. I’ve spent years on social media. Years loving technology, cycling through phones and smartphones, years with email, years on YouTube — learning and numbing. That last word matters more than the first.…
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Why Falling Down Makes You Stronger Than Never Failing At All
Falling down is inevitable — staying down is a choice. Discover why failure is the foundation of real strength, and how a resilient mindset can rebuild your life one day at a time.
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I Deleted Social Media From My Phone — Here’s What I Discovered About Myself
After removing social media apps from my phone, I found something unexpected — not just less stress, but a deeper connection to my own thoughts and emotions. Here’s what two months of digital silence has taught me so far.
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Being Delulu Is the Selulu — And Maybe That’s the Smartest Thing I’ve Heard All Year
The phrase “being delulu is the selulu” represents Gen Z’s embrace of optimistic self-belief. It encourages individuals to adopt a cheerful outlook despite uncertain odds, contrasting with previous generations’ more practical approaches. This mindset empowers people to act boldly and embrace opportunities, highlighting the importance of optimism in personal growth.
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5 Practical Ways to Build Mental Resilience in Uncertain Times
Feeling overwhelmed by the news? Discover 5 essential habits, from digital detoxing to grounding, to help you stay mentally resilient and focused.
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Life Lessons from a Dad: Balancing Family, Mental Health, and Self-Care
At 52, I reflect on essential lessons learned throughout my parenting journey. I’m emphasizing the importance of presence over gifts, setting work boundaries, maintaining hobbies, spending time in nature, and continuous learning. Through honest communication and self-care, fathers can build stronger relationships and navigate the challenges of parenthood.
