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EVERY EXPERT WAS ONCE AN AMATEUR (THE KOBE STORY)

Hello newbie — You're putting too much pressure on yourself. I know you're seeing a lot of people excelling and doing amazing things in the same things you want to excel in. I understand the feeling of feeling inadequate at times and second guessing yourself. Let me tell you the story of Kobe Bryant. He was the best NBA player. Made a lot of money, won a lot of titles and became a huge success. Every upcoming basketball player dreamt and aspired to be like Kobe.  But, Kobe was not always the best. He worked his way there. The secret to Kobe's success was his work ethics. Everyone in the NBA knew Kobe for his work ethics. According to a Team USA trainer, Kobe once held a workout from 4:15 a.m. to 11 a.m., refusing to leave the gym until he made 800 shots. Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade recounted a hilarious story to ESPN's Michael Wallace about the 2008 Olympics. They said Kobe was up at the crack of dawn working out while everyone was sleeping. "We're in Las Vegas ...

Are You Burning Out?

Burnout is rampant in today's society but nobody truly knows how to deal with it. Did you know there are actually three types of burnout? I'm going to dive into each one, talk about how to identify them, and give you tips on overcoming the burnout. Overload Burnout: This happens when you're overwhelmed by too much work or too many responsibilities, and you feel like you're drowning. Signs: - Physical exhaustion - A feeling of being drained - A sense that you're constantly behind on your work. To overcome overload burnout: 1. Set clear boundaries and prioritize your workload. 2. Break your work into smaller tasks and delegate when possible. 3. Make sure you take regular breaks to rest and recharge. Under-Challenge Burnout: This occurs when you're not being challenged enough, and you feel like you're stuck in a rut. Signs: - Boredom - Feeling unfulfilled - A lack of motivation or passion To overcome under-challenge burnout: 1. Take on new c...