Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

A real vision guides daily decisions. It helps people understand what matters and what does not. It provides direction when ...

A personal vision is more than just a singular goal; it's a comprehensive picture of how you want your life to look, driven by your core values, passions, and long-term aspirations. Once you define ...

With the new year approaching and everyone flaunting the last 365 days of achievement on social media, it's natural to feel like time is flying by. One trend you might have seen recently is people ...

Those grand and dreamy vision boards you see on Pinterest might be the gold standard of goal-setting, but a busy life doesn't always lend itself well to going above and beyond with your vision. You ...

You may not know that there’s a lot of science to support the effectiveness of vision boards in helping you achieve your goals. Neuroscientist Tara Swart, for example, has explained the different ways ...

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As an entrepreneur, your expertise in your industry has brought you to where you are today. You’ve identified a need, spotted an opportunity, and crafted a solution. You’ve built a product or service ...

Personalization is your power — it can scale your business, expand your network and strengthen your identity. Distractions are inevitable, but taking the initiative to demonstrate thoughtfulness ...