Yeah, I know the feeling… They don’t love you like they used to. Their greetings have gone silent, their messages are nonexistent, and their smiles have become sneers. It’s one thing to never have expectations—to not know what it’s like to be in good favor. It’s another, and more soul-crushing one, to have that favor, … [Read more...]
The Best of HFE so Far! Counting Down the Top 10 Must-Read Articles
Last month, I published the 60th post here at HFE. That’s an incredible achievement, especially since I never thought I’d make it past 40. I’m not someone who can write about stuff I don’t care about. So the fact that I’ve been able to do this sixty times—with each post averaging close to 2,000 words—is surreal. But now … [Read more...]
3 Steps to Fight Burnout in Pursuit of Long Term Goals (Hint: “Take A Break” Isn’t One)
One hundred and ten thousand. That is the number of words I have published on this site. I did the math earlier—or rather, I had a plugin do the math for me—and my jaw dropped when I saw the total. It shouldn’t have surprised me though, because my mind’s felt the effects of that number for quite some time. I haven’t … [Read more...]
So You Want to be a Content Creator? Answer These 10 Questions Before You Take the Leap
I became a content creator when I was 18 years old. I had no idea what I was doing then. And my first YouTube videos were awful. But you know what? It was worth it. The memories I made and the people I met helped me through an otherwise lackluster time in my life. But this teenage experience wasn’t just a … [Read more...]
Embrace the Wilderness, or How to Be Content at All Times
I know, I know... You don’t belong here. Everything about where you are now is a slap in the face. You’ve been disrespected, taken for granted, and underestimated your whole life. Sure, you’ve overcome incredible odds, you’ve garnered a little outside attention, and your critics will never understand how much you’ve … [Read more...]
Giant Slayin’ and Legend Makin’: How to Win When You’re Not Number 1
6 foot 2, 200 pounds. Those are the measurements of a grown man. Yet they belonged to the 12-year-old who stood in my way. This was the setting of my 6th grade 3-on-3 basketball tournament—the first of three annual showdowns that granted a year’s worth of bragging rights. My middle school hosted the event each year … [Read more...]
A Reason to Be Thankful
I couldn’t sleep. No matter what I tried, the headaches wouldn’t let me sleep: I hopped in bed early and stayed wide awake for hours. I exercised beforehand and I still couldn’t do it. I bought sleep masks and ear plugs but those didn’t help either. I just...couldn’t...sleep. So I’d walk around. Listen to … [Read more...]
Dissecting Kobe Bryant’s The Mamba Mentality: How I Play (8 Actions and 24 Quotes to Master Your Craft)
It was the spring of 2009. The NBA playoffs were heating up, and every basketball fan was eager to see the matchup of two generational talents: Kobe Bryant versus LeBron James. One superstar was in the middle of his prime. The other was just entering his own. It was destiny in the making. Fate was bringing these two … [Read more...]
What to Expect When Intermittent Fasting: 11 Experiences from 4+ Years of IF
Intermittent fasting. It’s a trendy topic now since celebrities and fitness experts alike have tried it out. But just like any other "diet" that actually works, intermittent fasting is nothing new. Many people around the world, including those who unfortunately don’t have easy access to food, have eaten like this for … [Read more...]
How to Defend Against False Accusations: A Personal Defense and 5 Guidelines to Protect The Truth
[Note: This post contains details about an undiagnosed case of borderline personality disorder (BPD). These details are included for informational purposes only, not to spread hate towards people with the illness. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with BPD, however, you may want to avoid this article.] Guilty until … [Read more...]
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