“Those who make the worst use of their time are the first to complain of its brevity.” — Jean de La Bruyère. There are 86,400 seconds in a day, and while that is a lot of seconds — when you are busy, it never feels like enough. While one shouldn’t…

Sometimes you need a little reminder. — You are better than you think you are, and here’s why: 1. You realize you are your biggest asset. “Don’t sell yourself short; you are your best asset.”― Matshona Dhliwayo An asset is not merely financial; it is a useful or valuable thing, quality, or person. …

Passive versus Active reading. — Have you ever finished reading a book and realized you have no idea what you just read? You read, but while arriving at the last pages, you have a vague idea of the book? You may start to question your level of understanding or diminish yourself as a reader, thinking…

The Negative Effects of Reading No One Tells You About — “Reading can seriously damage your ignorance.” — Anonymous. I love books and am an avid reader. The habit of reading has opened my mind to the world’s realities, opportunities, and possibilities. I constantly mention the benefits of reading, but there are negatives to everything, and I wouldn’t be truthful with…

The faster you understand them, the better off you will be. — 1. There is never a perfect moment for what you want to do. “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” — Chinese proverb. Refuse to wait. Do not let the weight of others’ judgment hold you back. The more you wait, the more waiting becomes easier. …

“In the case of good books, the point is not to see how many of them you can get through, but rather how many can get through to you.” — Mortimer J. Adler. What is the best way to absorb a book? Well, to read it, of course. But what…