Hey , 

So a couple of months ago, I made a decision to start journaling, and it went on for over 60 days. Here are three things I learned from it: 

1. It actually improves your mental health 

I used to think that thinking about my thoughts and feelings would help me work through them, but it didn't. 

I made matters worse. 😅

But by writing things down, I was able to get them off my mind, get the clarity I needed, see what the problem was, and solve it.

2. It makes you so self-aware.

I always thought I knew a lot about myself, but keeping a journal showed me that I didn't. 

Honestly speaking, writing out my thoughts kind of felt like I was getting to know myself for the first time. 

The best part about keeping a journal is that it forces you to be completely honest and introspective.  

3. It can reduce your stress.

I've been stressed out a few times in the last 30 days, and journaling has literally saved me. 

Writing down your thoughts can help you deal with stress because it helps you figure out what's causing it and how to fix it. 

Even if you don't find a solution, writing makes it less stressful. 

What have been your experiences with journaling?

If you've never done it before, you've got to try it for at least a week and see the maaaaaaaad benefits! Trust me, you won't regret it.

📒 Shortform Summary

I recently read the one-page summary of How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes on Shortform. It is a classic book on communication and making friends.

Here’s part of the Shortform introduction, after which they give a chapter-by-chapter summary:

In How to Talk to Anyone, communications expert and bestselling author Leil Lowndes presents practical techniques to help you overcome social discomfort, make a great first impression, and confidently develop new social and professional connections.

In this guide, we'll first explain the secret to getting people to want to talk to you. Then, we'll explore Lowndes's techniques for skillfully approaching and conversing with anyone in three parts:

• Part 1: Nonverbal signals--make a positive first impression: explains how to make yourself appear more approachable and likable to those around you.
• Part 2: Verbal signals-create instant rapport and discusses how to approach and comfortably start a conversation with anyone you want to talk to.
• Part 3: Verbal Signals--encourage meaningful conversations and explores how to build trust and develop an emotional connection with the people you choose to engage with.

Shortform is a great place to go if you want to quickly get the gist of a book or try out a book before you commit to reading it cover to cover.

Use my link to get a 5-day free trial and 20% off the annual subscription.

🎧 PODCAST EPISODE OF THE WEEK

The School of Greatness: 883 5 Ways To Monetize Your Personal Brand with Rory Vaden

Summary: 

This interview is with Rory Vaden, who is a self-discipline strategist, motivational speaker, and New York Times bestselling author.  

In this episode of The School of Greatness, they talk about why personal branding isn't just a passing trend and why it's becoming more important.

If you're serious about building your personal brand and making money from it, you should pay close attention to this episode. 

In this episode, you’ll learn…

Why is personal branding still so important, 

The five best ways to start monetizing your brand,

How you can monetize your audience without ever selling something to them,

The one thing that listeners can do now if they want to monetize their personal brand,

Plus much more...

Listen now on Spotify!

YOUTUBE VIDEO OF THE WEEK

Before You Judge Someone - WATCH THIS | by Jay Shetty

Jay Shetty's powerful message about judgment had a big impact on me.

It made me think about how important it is to be more understanding and how everyone is different because of the things they've been through.

Watch it here now. 

✍️ QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"He will never have true friends who is afraid of making enemies." - William Hazlitt 

🤔 QUESTION OF THE WEEK

If my younger self could meet my current self, would they be proud? If not, what can I start doing today to make them proud?

Want to still make this year better than the last? 🚀

For those of you who are still looking to make the new year better than the last with confidence, I know that investing in yourself is one of the best ways to do so. 

And one of the most powerful investments you can make is in your confidence. Lucky for you, I’m now offering a 20% OFF discount for my ebook, Ultimate Confidence, which could help you achieve that!

It comes with added bonuses such as…

• An audiobook format of the ebook, 
• 99 inspiring quotes, 
• worksheets, 
• a summarized version of the ebook.
• And more

Get yours now here!

LOOKING TO WORK WITH ME 1-ON-1? ⬇️

If you’d like personalized mentorship and guidance so you can reach your maximum potential, I’m now offering a 1-on-1 mentorship.

Click here if you’re ready to get started! 

That's all, folks. I can't wait to hear what you think. Which one did you like the most? What would you like to have more or less of? Simply reply to this email. 

Have a wonderful week!

I appreciate you taking the time and trusting me with it.

Have a wonderful week!

Nurain.

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