The kid who was silenced into a corner, wearing a cone of shame also knew all the answers without hesitation. If you’ve been having trouble making decisions and finding your path , then maybe it’s time for you to reconnect with your inner child.

The biggest point Burkeman makes, is that we as humans have the amazing capability to imagine an infinite number of activities, adventures and experiences and yet, we have a finite amount of time. How will you spend your weeks?

When I need guidance and clarity in the now, I close my eyes, take several deep inhales and exhales, feel the warmth in my chest rise and visualize the place where my elder-self lives. She is my wisest counsel, and available always.

In Part Two I offer Mindset Books that will require a leap of faith into the beyond and end firmly in habit formation.

Want to know what books I would recommend when it comes to understanding mindset? In Part One, I suggest some great first starts for those new to the concepts of mindset, and then for the love of science. Books that have scientific research and findings at their core.

How would it feel if you did believe you had the power to change? How would it feel to look back and see the warrior within who survived instead of a tormented soul that is still experiencing what is over? How would it feel to silence the victim within?

Seeing the metaphorical tiger behind every tree has you wasting energy on shadows while firing up your nervous system for tigers that aren’t even there. If your future planning is motivated by fear and anxiety that’s when you’ll need to step back and take a few breaths.

When you are faced with such circumstances, when things do not go your way, when you’re left wondering why is this happening to you, the question to ask yourself is “What is the gift in this?”. Yes, the gift, and there are three gifts to choose from!!!

Where does this need to keep going come from? What does it mean to just sit still and be? What would it mean if you focused on one goal or one task at a time and saw it through to completion before taking on something new? What is it about being bored that makes you so uncomfortable?

From the moment you take your first breath, you’re rewarded for your accomplishments. Taking your first step, another huge celebration. Going to the bathroom on a potty instead of in your diaper, this one may elicit tears of joy from those you love most. By the time kindergarten comes along you are well versed in achievements and rewards.