In no specific order: Well, for the dullards it is quite difficult, as they do not practice good habits and are simply not curious. For bad habit people or adrenaline junkies, they can be drawn from boredom, but not usually in a good and lasting way. For the privileged and 1st worlders, being curious is…

This is a Howard Theory already. 50 plus years and going strong. It is the cousin to optimism, pessimism and hope. There is some skepticism mixed in along with a dose of luck. It is a basic part of who we are and how we develop. It can be learned by open minded people. The…

Why is it so difficult to talk about money. It really isn’t. We all have the same basic needs of food, clothing and housing, It’s how much you’re willing to spend or waste on said stuff. Thats Want vs Need – another q/a. More psychological, or greed, than anything else. The qualifier is when you’re…

Which is more powerful ? Reward is more powerful, but not always easy to do; punishment is easy, but it really only has a short term effect and is likely to be harmful when utilized regularly. First reality, this is a power and control issue, a primary vs a secondary. 2 “Party” issue. Secondly, knowledge,…

Firstly, it is always fleeting and impossible to keep. It naturally ebbs and flows. It ultimately even disappoints a little. I much prefer foundational theories like Satisfaction. Understanding that, seems much wiser. To be satisfied in your work or play, is quietly enjoyable, you win some, you lose some, you make a few dollars, occasionally…

There is a short period of time where friends exert their greatest power. However as we age “friendship strength” has many pragmatic conditions woven in. When you’re young, you are heavily influenced and therefore, are judged by the company you keep. You’re simply naive and a little dumb or brilliant. When you age it smells…

Life is so much easier when you are optimistic, seeing the world with an open mind, a flexibility. Using reason and trying to understand first and then act. When you are a pessimist, you start burdened, like carrying a weight up a hill, in heavy boots. I think it’s a choice that has to be…

Have a desire and wish, that is big picture and long term – attain some of the skills, study and practice – then don’t stop working at it. The first parts are fairly easy to do, the grit says “do not quit”. Already a Howard theory. Live and be deliberate – Be the ball and…