
With the country on lockdown, you may find yourself with idle time on your hands. Some days seem to stretch endlessly before you as you isolate or self-quarantine. You may be at a loss as to what you should do to fill the hours that used to be so full of meetings, deadlines, and productivity.
This time will pass whether you have used it wisely or not. One way to make the most of it is to learn something new - something that you never had the time to learn before. Some skills may take years to master, but now is your opportunity to take the first steps. Think of your new found knowledge as an investment in your future. These skills might help you not only progress in your career but allow you to jumpstart your way into a whole new chapter in your life.

What Are You Waiting For?
If you have toyed with the idea of becoming a musician, but responsibilities and life events always seemed to get in the way, NOW is your chance to cease the day and start! You may have sound bites in your head telling you, "You have no talent" or, "You are too old to start now" - but nothing is further from the truth. Playing an instrument is a craft that can be learned by almost everyone. According to Charles Cleyn, a musician, marketer and life-long learner, there are approximately 500,000,000 guitar players in the world! If that many people can play a guitar, then so can you.
No More Excuses
If the reason for not pursuing yo...

Most of us are all feeling overwhelmed and uncertain right now amidst our new world and the way it seems to be changing every day. We cannot control everything, and we cannot guarantee one day to the next what will happen, but we can control ourselves, our perspective, and the positive energy we provide. Remember that opportunities lie in the hardships we endure. Regardless of what we think we want or need, if we really get to the bottom of it all, we do not need much - except having loved ones close to us and a grateful and open spirit.
But, I'm Not a Writer
You do not have to be a writer in order to journal. You just need to dig out 5-10 minutes of thought and writing time. If you write in the morning and evening, it is much less da...