Author: Neil Duazo
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Mastering Emotions: Finding Balance in Chaos
I still get caught up in my emotions. I’m glad that it doesn’t happen as often as it used to, and I don’t stay stuck for as long. But sometimes it still happens. What’s different now is, I usually catch myself a bit quicker. I can almost feel when I’ve slipped into a loop: frustration,…
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Why Clear Goals Lead to Success in Life
When you set clear goals, you give your life purpose and momentum. Without them, it’s easy to drift…
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Success Needs a Redefinition
I think success needs to be redefined. Somewhere along the way, we started believing it was all about money, power, and status. Big houses. Big titles. Bigger bank accounts. That’s what gets celebrated. That’s what gets shared. But I’m not sure that’s it. Or at least—not the whole story. Maybe success is waking up and…
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Monday Motivation: Rebuild From the Break
Why Growth Hurts Before It Heals In order to reach a higher level of Self, sometimes your mind has to break first. That break might feel painful. It might bring up thoughts and emotions you’ve been holding onto for years. But that’s part of the process. Growth doesn’t always feel good in the moment. If…
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How to Stop Overthinking: 6 Effective Strategies
Overthinking feels productive. You’re doing something. You’re mentally “preparing.” But it’s a loop. A loud, spinning loop. Here are 6 tips to help you stop.
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My Motivational Posts
If you’ve been following me for a little while, you’ve probably seen a few motivational posts here and there. I just want to clarify something. When I share those kinds of things, it’s not always about pushing for more success at work, or chasing some big goal. Sometimes it is, but more often, it’s about…
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Monday Motivation from Epictetus
Epictetus once said, ‘Don’t explain your philosophy. Embody it.’ In other words, stop trying to convince people with words—show them through your actions. This is the essence of Stoic philosophy: living your values, staying disciplined, and leading by example. If you’re a man working on mental strength, resilience, and personal growth, this is your daily…
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Stop Waiting. Start Healing.
There’s no doubt that life brings challenges. Some small, some devastating. Some we saw coming, others blindsided us completely. If you’re human — and I’m assuming you are — then you’ve already been through something. And, well, chances are, there’s more coming. I don’t say that to sound grim. It’s just how life works. Things…
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Your Actions Are Votes
Monday Motivation July 21, 2025 ”Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” – James Clear Who Are You Becoming? Every little thing you do is shaping you. Want to be stronger? Kinder? More disciplined? Then act like it. Every choice is a vote for the person…
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Progressive Overload But For Your Mind
“The best way over is through”. – Robert Frost Most of us have heard of “progressive overload” when it comes to lifting weights. The idea is simple: you gradually increase the stress placed on the body — a little more weight, a few extra reps — and over time, your muscles adapt and grow stronger.…
