Category Archives: Motivation

Self motivation is the key to success in life. Cultivate more motivation.

How to Kill Task Avoidance

Posted on 21 January 2015 by Kirsten Long

There were some tasks  I just didn’t get done before we went away in December. Every time I looked at my to-do list, I’d see certain items, and then pretend they weren’t there. Invariably I would  choose  something else to … Continue reading →

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Madiba, Rest In Peace

Posted on 11 December 2013 by Kirsten Long

Nelson Mandela 1918 – 2013 The memorial service for Nelson Mandela took place yesterday. Many fitting and memorable moments of the day will help us to revere Mandela as the great man he was.  In August 2007 my family and … Continue reading →

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How I upped my motivation levels…

Posted on 5 October 2011 by Kirsten Long

People used to be impressed when I said I was a Computer Studies teacher – of final year school students. “You must be bright”; “That must be hard”; “phew you’re brave” – they would say to me. To be honest, … Continue reading →

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In the heat of the moment..

Posted on 23 August 2011 by Kirsten Long

Richard Branson’s £60m paradise home has burned to the ground.  That’s scary! All 20 occupants survived. That’s wonderful! A genuine heroine emerged. That’s Kate! When you’re highly motivated, anything is possible. Surrounded by explosions and flames, Kate Winslet realized Richard … Continue reading →

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