How To Copy Without Being A Cheat (Or Losing Credibility)

Like getting in a car strangers and looking both ways before you cross the street, not copying is one of those life lessons that are drilled into your head. And not without reason.

Adults were looking out for us. They didn't want us to get kidnapped, hit by a car, or in the case of copying, end up dependent and uneducated. Little did they know they were drawing a line in the sand that limited our growth.

This post is all about why and how copying is good, and leveraging the best practices can bring you immense levels of growth.

Think About Life Like It's Your Birthday Every Day

Most people do it. The clock strikes birthday o'clock, and we start evaluating and analyzing our lives.

Along with New Year's Day, our birthdays are a time that makes us ponder our accomplishments, motivations, direction, and general how's-it-goingness of life.

The Best Books Of 2017

One of my goals for 2017 was to read more. To start small, I decided one book a month would be good. Twelve books — no biggie. Or was it?

In the end, I cracked open a total of thirteen books, but I only finished ten. I came in a little under my goal, but I'm happy that I increased the number from the prior year.

What was that number? Good question. I don't know because I didn't keep track in 2016, but it was definitely under ten. My gut tells me it was around 5. 😞

Why You're Going To Continue Not Doing What You Want

You've been thinking about a habit you're interested in starting. It's been awhile since you thought you'd pick it up, but you still haven't. Why?

Not starting carries more power than you know. You aren't going to start because the power of not doing something is stronger than your willpower to pick up that new habit, skill or hobby.

The longer you don't do something the easier it is to continue not doing. Simple as that.

3 Simple Ways You Can Be Less Gringo (And More Brazilian)

We need to face this reality hard and fast. We are gringos.

If you already understand that this word is used in Brazil much different than other parts of Latin America, you are ready to take the next step.