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JOHN VESPASIAN writes about rational living and is the author of the novel ”When everything fails, try this.” He has resided in New York, Madrid, Paris and Munich. His stories reflect the values of entrepreneurship, tolerance and self-reliance. See John Vespasian's blog about rational living.

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    The High Cost of Short-Term Romantic Involvement

    Giacomo Casanova's autobiography is an outstanding literary achievement that has elevated its author to the prototype of perfect seducer. Few novels or essays have equalled his vivid depiction of the best and worst in human nature. Does Casanova's romantic advice still apply in the age of instant messaging and on-line dating? Read: The High Cost of Short-Term Romantic Involvement Read

    By: John Vespasian | 15/11/2009 | Relationships

    Rational Values Are the Basis of Great Relationships

    Reason tell us how to lead our lives, whom to befriend, and who is worthy of our love. Let reason establish your ambitions and priorities also in the field of human relationships. Read: Rational Values Are the Basis of Great Relationships Read

    By: John Vespasian | 15/11/2009 | Self Improvement

    Waiting for the World to Change is a Waste of Time

    Move on and do not let the mirage of utopia paralyse your actions. Perfectionism is as lethal as cynicism. Rationality is the only approach that works. Read: Waiting for the World to Change is a Waste of Time Read

    By: John Vespasian | 15/11/2009 | Self Improvement

    Self-Confidence Arises From Preparedness

    In all fields, learning involves errors, usually lots of them, until you acquire the skills and expertise necessary to achieve your objectives. Self-confidence allows individuals not to pay too much attention to initial failures. Read: Self-Confidence Arises From Preparedness Read

    By: John Vespasian | 08/11/2009 | Self Improvement

    Abandon Perfectionism Right Now

    Abandon unrealistic expectations and adopt a tolerant view of people and events. Strive to see things as they are, unpolluted by false ideals, and your self-confidence will increase. Perfectionism does not work because it ignores the crucial role that patience and persistence play in achievement. Read: Abandon Perfectionism Right Now Read

    By: John Vespasian | 08/11/2009 | Self Improvement

    Do Not Engage in Pointless Debates

    It doesn't pay to engage in verbal fights with irrational people. They will dismiss your well-thought arguments. They will ignore facts and figures. They will wear you down and, in extreme cases, they might make you doubt your senses. Read: Do Not Engage in Pointless Debates Read

    By: John Vespasian | 08/11/2009 | Self Improvement

    You Have More Options Than You Think

    You should never believe anyone who tells you that you only have one option, in particular when that person tries to justify his view by quoting some trite anti-philosophical remark. Never pay attention to people who tell you that, in life, you cannot get what you want. The ability to find alternative paths is critical to get out of losing situations. Read: You Have More Options Than You Think Read

    By: John Vespasian | 31/10/2009 | Self Improvement

    Immobility is the Enemy of Achievement

    Psychological immobility arises when people are overwhelmed by problems, threats, or obstacles that look insurmountable. Logic and evidence provide the means to dispute and eliminate from our mind the fallacies that feed mental passivity. Rationality is what allows a person to make reasonable calculations and take action to improve his life. Read: Immobility is the Enemy of Achievement Read

    By: John Vespasian | 31/10/2009 | Self Improvement

    Reduce Strategy to a Simple Formula

    There is no way of escaping the requirement of clarity. Talking about forthcoming achievements becomes irrelevant if we are unable to define what we need to do today. The feasibility of long-term ambitions depends on man's ability to reduce them to sequential steps. Read: Reduce Strategy to a Simple Formula Read

    By: John Vespasian | 31/10/2009 | Self Improvement

    Pursue Compatible Goals

    Integrated goals will take you places, but inconsistent ambitions will wear you down. Pursuing compatible goals increases personal effectiveness and enhances creativity. Consistent ideals also improve man's reasoning capacity. Modern life requires instantaneous choices. Individuals who possess well-integrated goals can deal with complexity in the most effective manner. Read: Pursue Compatible Goals Read

    By: John Vespasian | 25/10/2009 | Self Improvement
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