Author: Lachlan Brown

I’m Lachlan Brown, the founder, and editor of Hack Spirit. I love writing practical articles that help others live a mindful and better life. I have a graduate degree in Psychology and I’ve spent the last 15 years reading and studying all I can about human psychology and practical ways to hack our mindsets. Check out my latest book on the Hidden Secrets of Buddhism and How it Saved My Life. If you want to get in touch with me, hit me up on Facebook or Twitter.
Skill Development

If you’ve been stuck in the same job for years without progress, you’re probably making these 8 mistakes

Being stuck in the same job for years on end can feel like you’re trapped in quicksand. The harder you struggle, the deeper you sink. And the worst part? You’re likely unaware of the mistakes causing this stagnation.

Frankly speaking, if you’re not moving forward, you’re probably stumbling over these 8 common blunders.

In this …

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10 daily habits of people who never move forward in life, according to psychology

Progress in life isn’t always about intelligence or hard work. Sometimes, it’s about the habits we nurture.

Psychology tells us that certain daily habits can literally hold us back from moving forward in life, keeping us stuck in our current circumstances.

I’m not just talking about bad habits like procrastination or lack of sleep. I’m …

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9 morning habits of unsuccessful people who never move forward in life, according to psychology

There’s a stark contrast between stagnation and progression in life.

Stagnation often stems from routines that drain us, especially those we follow right after waking up.

Morning habits, in particular, go a long way in determining how our day, and ultimately our life, pans out. And psychology has a lot to say about the routines …

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Men who become genuinely successful in their 50s and beyond usually practice these 9 daily habits

Let’s talk about success, specifically, success that comes later in life.

See, it’s not about hitting it big in your 20s or 30s. There’s a certain charm in finding genuine success in your 50s and beyond.

It’s not a fluke. It’s usually a result of daily habits practiced consistently. And the most successful men over …

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People who have mastered the art of pretending to be rich and wealthy usually display these 7 behaviors

There’s a fascinating difference between truly being rich and just pretending to be wealthy.

The distinction boils down to behavior. Pretending to be rich involves mimicking certain actions while obscuring your actual circumstances.

Meanwhile, being genuinely wealthy? Well, that speaks for itself, no acting required.

People who have perfected the art of appearing affluent often …

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If you want to become a more disciplined person in 60 days, start doing these 8 things every morning

Achieving discipline isn’t about imposing a set of strict rules on yourself. No, it’s more about adopting specific daily habits that inspire self-control and focus.

In just 60 days, you could transform yourself into a more disciplined person by doing eight simple things every morning.

These aren’t complex, time-consuming tasks. They’re easy-to-adopt habits that could …