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    More Than Books: Why Libraries Are Essential for Lifelong Learning

    In a world dominated by endless digital streams, libraries often get overlooked as relics of the past. Yet, far from fading away, they’ve evolved into vibrant hubs of knowledge, creativity, and community—far beyond their shelves of books. As someone passionate about lifelong learning, I’ve seen how libraries empower people to explore, grow, and connect in ways that free online resources can’t match. They’re not just quiet spaces for reading; they’re gateways to self-improvement, entertainment, and even career advancement. If you haven’t visited one in years (or ever), now’s the perfect time to rediscover them. This guide breaks down what modern libraries offer, why they matter for building a fulfilling life,…

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    Other Distances Created

    Whether we like it or not, social distancing creates more than one type of distancing. Here’s three more: Distance from us and our normal routines. Distance from our to-do list and our bucket list. Distance from yesterday’s priorities and what’s important in our hearts every day. These unintended distances created (size varies) force us to take notice. To notice between who we are and what we do daily. Between what we want to do and what we should do. What we think is important and is important. Once we notice the growing distances in those areas, it’s up to us. We can be sad or regretful. We can do nothing.…

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    Be Calm in the Storm

    In this season, while many things have yet to be determined, we can keep a level-head because today is a gift. And no matter what the future holds, panicked is not a way to live, today or tomorrow. What we can do is learn from what we feel right now, understand why we feel that way, and then make the rational adjustments needed so we can be in a calmer state now, and when the next storm arrives. Because the only constant is change — and that we can choose our reaction. We will not always be valiant during every storm; we’re human. But we can set things in place…

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    The Finish Calendar is My Biggest Productivity Tool

    This calendar measures 25” x 36” inches (63.5″ x 91.44″ cm) so it’s, in fact, the biggest productivity tool I own. Every year, I try numerous tools to improve my regimen and writing output. This year, two items seem to be making a significant difference. The first is John Acuff’s Finish Calendar. Why I bought it It took me a year before I finally decided to try it. Acuff has used it for years and he says works for him. The calendar was aesthetically pleasing enough to put on my wall. Gave up on my other calendars. Acuff was right. (For some reason, he strikes me as someone I would…

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    Note: This offer expired April 13, 2019. Here’s an exciting announcement! If you pre-order Michael Hyatt’s new book Free to Focus today (before April 13), you can get over $498 in nice bonuses. I’ve personally benefited from Michael Hyatt’s teachings on productivity and the Free to Focus system. Because of that, I’m proud to be part of the book launch team. Not sure if the book is for you? Read my notes and initial review and take the Free to Focus Productivity Assessment. The assessment determines your productivity baseline so you have a better idea of how the Free to Focus system can help. https://www.freetofocus.com/assessment. Bonuses Order 1-9 copies, get…

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