Why Procrastination Sucks and How to Stop It

“I’m going to write a novel.” “I’m going to school to be an engineer.” “I’m going to ask my dream girl out.” While I have no intentions of writing a novel (I write ads all day), becoming an engineer (I have a hard time putting together...

On Jason, Freddy, and Being Persistent

You can’t keep a good guy down. According to horror movie logic, you can’t keep a homicidal killer down either. What really keeps moviegoers coming back to the same tired franchise over and over: the brilliant plotlines and impeccable acting or the...

Just Do It: A Life Philosophy

I spend most of my workday thinking of ways to sell “stuff.” Whether it’s a pair of boots or a new app, I’ve got to position products in ways that motivate consumers to spend their hard-earned cash on a product/service. As an advertising professional...

“Fight Club” and Self Confidence

When’s the last time you spent an entire day doing what you wanted to? When’s the last time you worked toward your dream? First rule ... If you can’t remember the answer to any of the above questions, you’re not truly living. Sure, we all have...

5 Comforting Thoughts to Remember After Heartbreak

Break-ups are among the most painful experiences we can have in this life. If you’re on the losing end, and you truly loved your partner, it feels like your soul has been ripped out of your chest. It feels like your flame has been reduced to embers,...

5 Game-Changing Attitudes That Make People Successful

Let me tell you something. I don’t like the word successful. It means something different to every single person you meet. Most people measure success in terms of societal norms and expectations. Success it up! For me, success lies in appreciating...

Seth MacFarlane: Even Go-Getters Doubt Themselves

According to Wikipedia, Seth MacFarlane is an “an actor, voice actor, animator, screenwriter, comedian, producer, director, and singer.” You’ve probably seen one of his three shows (“Family Guy,” “American Dad!” and “The Cleveland Show”)....

Stop Complaining and Start Taking Action

I hate cold weather. I don’t care for Indian food. Oh, and ladies wearing Hello Kitty sweatsuits slowly buying ten lottery tickets in front of me when I’m just trying to pay for my gas and Funions drives me batshit crazy. But you know what? I’m...

6 Great Reasons to Travel Abroad

Nowadays, more and more people are choosing to travel abroad recreationally or to study or work. And why not? Traveling abroad is more feasible and inexpensive than ever before. Yet, countless people are still choosing to never leave their home country....

Have the Confidence to Not Give a Damn

You may or may not enjoy this article. Either way, I don’t give a damn. Okay, I might be exaggerating. I certainly hope you enjoy this more than some article concerning Justin Bieber’s hair or Amanda Bynes’ drunken escapades. I was just trying to...