Introduction Robert Ransom’s *How to Journal for Beginners* is a beautifully crafted guide that transforms the idea of journaling from an overwhelming task into a fulfilling and approachable habit. The book is not just about putting pen to paper; it’s about finding a space for self-reflection, creativity, and personal growth. Ransom’s warm, conversational tone and practical advice make this a standout resource for anyone curious about journaling, regardless of experience. Book Review: How to Journal for Beginners by Robert Ransom What sets this book apart is its gentle encouragement. Ransom speaks directly to beginners, addressing the fears and doubts that often hold people back. He dismantles the myth that journaling is only for those with artistic talent or profound thoughts, reminding readers that every word they write has value. His message is simple but powerful: journaling isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being authentic. Ransom’s approach is refreshingly practical. He does...
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Introduction
Success is one thing that almost everyone wants in their lives but it has different meanings. It’s different for different people. Earl Nightingale, an insurance agency owner, recorded a motivational speech for his sales team over 60 years ago. Over a million copies of “The Strangest Secret” by Earl Nightingale were sold. It also earned the first Gold Record for Spoken Word. There are 11 main principles mentioned by him in it and they are as follows:11 Principles of ‘The Strangest Secret' by Earl Nightingale
1. Golden Era with Unlimited OpportunitiesThe opportunities these days are increasing day by day. Covid pandemic led to a down economy which is a breeding ground for new start-ups and businesses. People can reinvent themselves and work on the ideas that they’ve been hiding from people.
2. Finding out what Success looks like for you
Success is different for different people. For some people, it means making a lot of money, for some, it might be working for a cause they believe in, etc. You need to find your passion and make something valuable out of it to be successful in real terms.
3. Success forfeited by 95% of people for conformity
These days, people are copying what they see others doing on social media but not everything that they see there is true and is barely designed to attract people and eat up their time. Digital Detox, therefore, is a need of the hour to clear out your head and find a path to your real success.
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4. We need to Create instead of Compete
We need to shift from a race of 15 to 20 years that’ll land you nowhere near your dreams to the Creative field. You can flex your creativity using Open-source software, free YouTube tutorials, and other resources. You need to work for long hours but the rewards will be significantly greater.
5. Set goals to Succeed
Earl Nightingale suggests that we must set goals in our lives as people who do are like ships that have their voyage mapped out with a captain but those who don’t set goals are like ships that reach nowhere. People with set goals will reach their goals most of the time.
6. Only Hard Work isn’t enough
‘The Strangest Secret’ analogy points out that only hard work without setting the right goals will not take us anywhere. In his life during high school, college, or his professional life, working towards a specific goal was more fulfilling instead of randomly going through the motions.
7. We become what we think
Here Earl Nightingale asks you to think about your goal and weave it deep into your brain. In ‘The Strangest Secret’, he suggests that if you think about your goal right when you wake up in the morning and when you go to bed at night, it will start affecting your everyday decisions thus, taking you to a clear path towards your goal.
8. Believe you’re a success and Succeed
If you believe you’re a success, you’ll become one. Most of the people having a lot of money still feel unfulfilled. Many times, money follows success. He suggests that our happiness and success depend upon our mindset and that’s why we must take care of it.
We need to shift from a race of 15 to 20 years that’ll land you nowhere near your dreams to the Creative field. You can flex your creativity using Open-source software, free YouTube tutorials, and other resources. You need to work for long hours but the rewards will be significantly greater.
5. Set goals to Succeed
Earl Nightingale suggests that we must set goals in our lives as people who do are like ships that have their voyage mapped out with a captain but those who don’t set goals are like ships that reach nowhere. People with set goals will reach their goals most of the time.
6. Only Hard Work isn’t enough
‘The Strangest Secret’ analogy points out that only hard work without setting the right goals will not take us anywhere. In his life during high school, college, or his professional life, working towards a specific goal was more fulfilling instead of randomly going through the motions.
7. We become what we think
Here Earl Nightingale asks you to think about your goal and weave it deep into your brain. In ‘The Strangest Secret’, he suggests that if you think about your goal right when you wake up in the morning and when you go to bed at night, it will start affecting your everyday decisions thus, taking you to a clear path towards your goal.
8. Believe you’re a success and Succeed
If you believe you’re a success, you’ll become one. Most of the people having a lot of money still feel unfulfilled. Many times, money follows success. He suggests that our happiness and success depend upon our mindset and that’s why we must take care of it.
9. Everything that is worthwhile in life has come to us free
'The Strangest Secret' suggests that our friends, family, etc., are all given to us for free. Material things that cost us money are cheap and can be replaced easily. But many people take things that can’t be replaced for granted. People prioritize worthless things instead of focusing on what truly matters.
10. You must be ready to pay the price
Success in our relationships, health or financial condition, etc., will never come for free. It will always come with a cost and if we avoid paying the price, it will only lead to more hardships. This understanding will make your journey easier rather than avoiding hard work and discipline.
11. Ideas are useless unless you act upon them
Most people have great ideas but those ideas themselves don’t do anything. We need to take relevant action against them instead of just sitting and talking about them. Some people think that if they got an idea first, it belongs to them but competition comes up even if you file for a patent.
'The Strangest Secret' suggests that our friends, family, etc., are all given to us for free. Material things that cost us money are cheap and can be replaced easily. But many people take things that can’t be replaced for granted. People prioritize worthless things instead of focusing on what truly matters.
10. You must be ready to pay the price
Success in our relationships, health or financial condition, etc., will never come for free. It will always come with a cost and if we avoid paying the price, it will only lead to more hardships. This understanding will make your journey easier rather than avoiding hard work and discipline.
11. Ideas are useless unless you act upon them
Most people have great ideas but those ideas themselves don’t do anything. We need to take relevant action against them instead of just sitting and talking about them. Some people think that if they got an idea first, it belongs to them but competition comes up even if you file for a patent.
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