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.
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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 …

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9 signs someone isn’t a very honest person, according to psychology

There’s a fine line between being tactfully diplomatic and downright dishonest.

This subtle distinction is often hard to discern. Dishonesty, you see, isn’t always as blatant as a lie. Sometimes, it’s a careful omission of truth, or a cleverly veiled half-truth.

Psychology has a knack for decoding these hidden signs of dishonesty. And let’s face …

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7 daily habits of people who are poised for great success in life

There’s a marked difference between simply living life and thriving in it.

That difference? It often comes down to daily habits.

The most successful people don’t rely on luck or fleeting motivation to reach their goals. Instead, they’ve developed routines and practices that consistently push them toward growth, resilience, and achievement.

In this article, we’re …

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If your goal is to become a better person in 2025, say goodbye to these 7 habits

There’s a stark difference between who you are today and the person you hope to become in 2025.

The shift doesn’t happen magically; it involves making choices and, often, saying goodbye to certain habits.

Becoming a better person means breaking away from patterns that hold you back. It’s about choosing a different path, even if …