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Why we struggle to follow our own wisdom in The Advice Paradox, blending psychology, anecdotes, and practical tips to bridge the gap between knowing doing.
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Why we struggle to follow our own wisdom in The Advice Paradox, blending psychology, anecdotes, and practical tips to bridge the gap between knowing doing.

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Unlock YouTube from any location. Dive deep into the reasons behind restrictions and discover safe, legal ways to access your favorite content seamlessly.
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Unlock YouTube from any location. Dive deep into the reasons behind restrictions and discover safe, legal ways to access your favorite content seamlessly.

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So, here's the playbook I developed to network better: (1) Become a Talent Scout, (2) Curate Your Personal Board of Directors, and (3) Become a "Reverse Mentor.
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Scott Dclary is the host of a weekly podcast on business and entrepreneurship. He shares his tips on how to build a powerful network. He also explains how to curate your own personal board of directors. The Networking System: How to build relationships from scratch when the unexpected happens.

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Discover why 'leaving your comfort zone' is bad advice and learn actionable steps to gradually expand your comfort zone for lasting personal growth and success.
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The comfort zone refers to our psychological safety net, kept in place by self-concept. We have a concept of self - the collection of ideas we hold about who we are and what we do or don't do. As we age, our idea of self becomes more cemented and therefore we’re less open to experiencing new things or leaving our comfort zone.

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Learn how to set a different background wallpaper for each desktop (or monitor) on Windows 11 and 10 by following a simple trick in this article.
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In Windows, there is no limit on the number of desktops you can create from Task View. You can create as many desktops as you want and set different wallpapers for each. To verify that each desktop has its own separate background wallpaper, you can take another peek into the Task View using Win+Tab shortcut.

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Discover the science-backed benefits of discomfort and how it fuels your brain's potential.
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The article explores how embracing discomfort, as highlighted by neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, stimulates the anterior midcingulate cortex (AMC), enhancing willpower and resilience. It discusses practical strategies for stepping outside your comfort zone to achieve personal and professional growth.

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Watching sports and indulging in small talk can waste your life by distracting you from your own goals and personal growth.
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Watching sports and indulging in small talk can waste your life by distracting you from your own goals and personal growth. Reclaim your time, avoid superficial entertainment, and focus on meaningful activities and conversations.

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/6-strategies-for-app-developers-dealing-with-anxiety-during-layoffs.
App developers, manage anxiety amid layoffs with tips from Calmer app creator Daniel Leimanis: mindfulness, physical health, goals, support, and more.
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The tech and government industries have likely experienced the most significant threat of downsizing. Veteran app developer and mind behind the anti-anxiety app __[Calmer](https://gocalmer.com/)__, Daniel Leimanis, understands the struggles. He offers his top six tips for app developers who might be contending with anxiety in 2024.