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Living a Value Based Life
One of the hardest parts of life is finding direction. As a kid I thought "I'll know what I want to do when I get to high school." As a teenager, I thought "I'll know what I want to do when I get to study things in college." In college I thought, "Once I have money and a job, I'll know what I want." When I was in my early 20s, I thought "Once I have some more life experience, I'll know what I want to do and where I'm going." As I've continued aging (which never seems to stop?
Jack Polivka
Oct 31, 20255 min read
Intuition -- What It Is and How to Trust It
I toured the University of Minnesota when I was 17 years old and fell in love. Truth be told, I knew I wanted to go there before I even visited. I spent hours browsing the website, reading Reddit posts, and gazing at Google Images. It's your body's way of telling your brain "You might not understand, but I've seen enough to know the answer." When I finally made the 12 hour trip from Ohio to Minnesota, I knew I had to be there. I could tell you it was the changing of the leave
Jack Polivka
Oct 20, 20253 min read


The Anxiety Journal: A Tool for Anxious People
A tool for putting your worries behind you Ask anybody how they deal with anxiety, and you'll get a number of different answers. Exercise Journalling Breathing Exercises Therapy Yoga Within each of these, there's specific practices that people prefer. While it's true that any number of techniques may work for you, there are some that are more universally proven to help deal with anxious thoughts -- one of them being The Anxiety Journal. What It Is: A specific set of prompts p
Jack Polivka
Oct 15, 20252 min read


Overcoming Anxiety: Strategies for a Peaceful Mind
Anxiety can feel like a heavy weight on your chest, making it hard to breathe or think clearly. Many people experience anxiety at some point in their lives. Whether it’s a looming deadline, a big presentation, or just the pressures of daily life, anxiety can creep in and take over. The good news is that there are effective strategies to help you manage and overcome anxiety. In this post, we will explore practical techniques that can lead to a more peaceful mind. Understandin
Jack Polivka
Oct 13, 20255 min read


Managing Anxiety: Effective Tools for Daily Calm
Anxiety can feel like a heavy weight on your chest. It can creep in during the quiet moments or overwhelm you in the busiest of times. Many people experience anxiety, and it can affect daily life in various ways. The good news is that there are effective tools to help manage anxiety and promote a sense of calm. In this post, we will explore practical strategies that you can incorporate into your daily routine. These tools are designed to help you find peace and regain control
Jack Polivka
Oct 13, 20255 min read
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