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Interviews to keep you inspired from motivational speakers that will help you conquer fears and achieve goals, now!
The Exhaustion of Being the Emotionally Strong One. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
There is a particular kind of fatigue that does not show on medical tests. It does not appear dramatic. It does not collapse into crisis. It does not interrupt productivity.
By Chilam Wongabout 7 hours ago in Motivation
Practical Strategies for Self-Improvement & Productivity
In today's fast-paced world, the quest for self-improvement and enhanced productivity has become more critical than ever. We all aspire to be better, do more, and achieve our goals, yet the path can often seem daunting. This article delves into actionable strategies that not only promise to boost your efficiency but also foster a deeper sense of fulfillment and confidence. By understanding the 'why' behind these techniques, you can integrate them seamlessly into your daily life and unlock your true potential.
By Being Inquisitive3 days ago in Motivation
Visibility, Timing, and Readiness
Visibility is often treated as a reward, something earned through talent, effort, or persistence. It is framed as the natural next step once someone has something worthwhile to offer. But visibility is not neutral, and it is not automatically benevolent. Being seen amplifies everything at once: strengths, weaknesses, unfinished edges, unresolved wounds, and untested convictions. Once that amplification begins, there is no way to selectively mute what is not ready.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast6 days ago in Motivation
The Italian Advantage: Why Human Connection Trumps Data in a Distracted World
Every business event I’ve attended in the past two years follows the same tired script. Someone puts up a slide about AI. Someone else start talking about data pipelines. Everybody claps. Nobody says what they are really thinking: we’ve built powerful machines and systems so we don’t have to talk with each other.
By Andrea Zanon10 days ago in Motivation
Ecclesiastes and the Weight of Meaninglessness
Have you ever noticed how unsettling Ecclesiastes feels compared to most of Scripture. It does not rush to reassure. It does not soften its conclusions. It returns again and again to the same observation: everything fades, everything repeats, and nothing under the sun seems capable of holding still long enough to become permanent. Wisdom fails to secure lasting satisfaction. Pleasure loses its edge. Work outlives the worker. Even moral effort appears unable to guarantee stability. For many readers, this tone feels almost dissonant, as if the book is saying out loud what faith is supposed to quiet.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast15 days ago in Motivation
The Transformation Process: Craft, Makeup, and Character Development
There’s a specific moment that happens when you’re sitting in the makeup chair. It’s quiet. The mirrors are lit. Brushes move carefully across your face. Then suddenly, you don’t fully recognize the person looking back at you.
By Andreas Szakacs15 days ago in Motivation
Functioning Is Not the Same as Being Okay. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
At some point in adulthood, survival becomes subtle. You are no longer fighting dramatic battles. You are managing continuity. You wake up, do what is required, respond appropriately, and keep life moving forward. From the outside, this looks like stability. From the inside, it often feels like depletion carefully managed.
By Chilam Wong15 days ago in Motivation
Stability Is a Form of Courage. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
There comes a stage in adult life where collapse is no longer dramatic—it is inconvenient. You cannot afford to fall apart loudly. Too many things rely on you continuing to function: income, schedules, family expectations, professional roles, and unspoken agreements you never formally accepted but still feel obligated to honor. At this stage, healing no longer looks like retreat. It looks like negotiation.
By Chilam Wong16 days ago in Motivation
