8 Suggestions to Stay Happy and Positive in College
Written by Chloe Bennet. Narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
Life is difficult, sometimes more so for college students. Juggling work, classes, exams, and a social life can be very stressful, not to mention during a period of life when you’re trying to discover who you really are. To help make this less daunting, though, we put together the top 8 suggestions that you should take to stay happy and positive throughout your time in college. (more…)
How to Utilize Psychology for Motivation and Focus, As Confirmed by Scientists
Written by Alex Slater (Guest Blogger) narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
Working smarter, not harder, is a common saying, but do you actually know how to achieve this? Psychology could be the answer. If you can perform a few easy tricks, as tested and declared by scientists, then you’ll find it much easier to do whatever you do best. Want to improve in your career, or focus on a hobby which you love? There is no better way than using psychology tips to increase your motivation and centre your focus, so that you can concentrate on what you want to do, minimizing distractions and increasing the work which you output at the end of the day.
6 Ways to Invest in Yourself
Written by Laura Gayle, Business Woman Guide
Podcast narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
In nearly every situation, the likelihood of success is much greater when you adopt healthy habits and make a commitment to invest time and money into endeavours that will prove valuable for your future self. Most successful people find that throughout their careers, it is essential to focus on things they can do today that will help them perform better in the future. Investing in yourself is probably the most profitable investment you will ever make.
True Happiness is to Enjoy the Present
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
“True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future, not to amuse ourselves with either hopes or fears but to rest satisfied with what we have, which is sufficient, for he that is so wants nothing. The greatest blessings of mankind are within us and within our reach. A wise man is content with his lot, whatever it may be, without wishing for what he has not.” Seneca. (more…)
What A Wonderful Life I’ve Had!
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
“What a wonderful life I’ve had! I only wish I’d realized it sooner.” Sidonie Gabrielle Colette
If only I’d realised it soon er. Regret is one thing I fear the most. According to the research of Bonnie Ware, as she worked alongside the dying as a palliative nurse, the common theme amongst them was regret. What’s interesting as you analyse the regrets is that most of them were avoidable. Things that were available however weren’t appreciated, enjoyed more or lived in alignment with.
Impact, Not Income!
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
“Life is about making an impact not making an income.” Kevin Kruse
Service, giving back, helping others, and contributing are all feel good activities that we can do. I genuinely believe they are fundamental in living a life with greater freedom, fulfilment and happiness. And the ability to have a positive impact on the lives of others is available to us all. We can all do something every day that aims to serve others and have an impact. (more…)
What advice would you give your 20-year-old Self?
Written and narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi
“Wise men don’t need advice. Fools won’t take it.” Benjamin Franklin
A question that I ask all guests that I interview on The Hidden Why podcast is what advice they would give there 20-year-old self. It was one that I heard other interviewers asking and found the answers intriguing, naturally, I decided to include on my question list.
What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?
Finding Your Hidden Why
Written & narrated by Leigh Martinuzzi – Originally published December 30, 2014
Waking up day after day with this feeling that something is missing from my life. Every morning I wake thinking, hoping and wondering if there is more to this mundane experience. I know I need to do something different. I know I need to change, any change would be welcome, but how?
Am I stuck? Why am I not satisfied? Will I continue to carry on doing what I need to do to just to get by? Am I part of the status quo, a mere cog in the wheel of life? Is that enough? (more…)
Belief
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi
belief – a mental representation of an attitude positively oriented towards the likelihood of something being true.
Belief is the thought of something that is true or factually correct and can be interpreted to be the case with or without empirical evidence. We form various beliefs over the course of our lives and continue to do so on a day to day basis. Some beliefs are of little importance while others carry a significant weight upon our behaviours and overall well-being. Just as beliefs are formed I believe they can be changed. Therefore, if certain beliefs are representing obstacles as the way we truly desire to live our life, we can work to change them. (more…)
A Kick-Ass Year
Written by Leigh Martinuzzi – Originally published 09.01.2015
Resolutions, ha, what resolutions?
Each year January the first is often a monumental day for many of us. A year of change. A year of growth and amazing things to come. A game changer. New Year resolutions are created. Decisions have been made. Now, we’ve got to execute the plan, follow through and keep the promise we’ve made to ourselves. Accountability! (more…)
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