Success Advice
3 Ways You Can Be Inspired By Your Facebook

We use it. We love it. But most of us spend too much time on Facebook. A complete waste of time…. Right?Wrong.
What if, instead of for procrastination, you used Facebook for inspiration? What if Facebook could make you more productive? People, be prepared to never look at Facebook the same way again.
The 3 Types of Facebook Posts
Let’s group all Facebook posts into 3 distinct species:
- Inspiring. Posts that pump positivity into your life, and motivate and inspire you.
- Mindless Drivel. 70% of Facebook posts, yet are utterly banal, and a complete waste of space.
- Negative. “My life sucks”, “Life is so unfair”, “Monday’s are rubbish.” “My boss is an absolute –“ “Why is society like this?!” “I hate XYZ”.
The problem is humans are a mouldable bunch. Our environment makes us. What and who surround us defines us. What we put into our environment goes into our brain. And what goes into our brain manipulates our thoughts. And our thoughts control our actions.
Our environment has massive power over us. Our Facebook feeds are plagued by posts that feed our minds with junk, which sabotages our efforts. Think of Facebook posts like nutrition for the brain; If you put crap food IN, you get crap results OUT. If you put great food IN, you get great results OUT. Our Facebook diets are awful. Our feeds are filled with posts that drag us down into complaints and mediocrity.
“You are the average of the 5 people you spend time with.” – Jim Rohn
The Damage of Negative Posts
Negative posts are real killers. Why? In our brain, negative stuff tends to stick around a lot longer than positive stuff. Ask any city driver what they think of cyclists, and you’ll get an earful of expletives. But why? They’ve had far more good cyclist experiences than bad. Well, those few negative experiences stick out, making bad cyclists the rule rather than the exception.
Negative Facebook posts work the same way. They take up precious brain space, and paint the world as this awful, opportunity-devoid place. Short-term, the effect of negative posts is hard to see. But long-term, we slowly become more negative people. Negative IN = Negative OUT.
If everyone else around you complains, complaining gets a whole lot easier. – The more complaints you read, the more you find to complain about. For some reason, our brain craves fear and juicy gossip. That’s why media fear-mongering works. Fear sells. So when we read someone’s Facebook rant about how their life sucks, a part of our brain secretly loves it. And this makes Facebook way too addictive.
The Mediocrity Disease of Mindless Drivel
Mindless drivel brings absolutely no value to our lives. What are we doing spending half an hour looking through them? Yet, they’re everywhere on Facebook. And they drown out the inspiring content that we want to read.
But there’s a bigger problem. What these posts do, is illuminate, with a glaring neon sign, life’s path of least resistance – mediocrity. They secretly lower our expectations of ourselves, our drive and our ambition. They tell our subconscious mind; “Why go the gym?”, “Why chase your dreams?” “Why aim high when you can chill with us???”
If all you have on the ol’ inspir-o-meter are utterly banal Facebook posts, then it’s not going to help you get to the next level. Instead, you could be filling your feed with athlete work-outs, awesome resources to chase your dream, and motivational quotes. Imagine comparing your success to the likes of Michael Phelps, Lebron James, and Neil Patel everyday? Now that would raise your bar.
“Most people fail in life not because they aim too high and miss, but because they aim too low and hit.” – Les Brown
Here are 3 steps to help set your Facebook feed to inspire you:
Step 1: Unfollow negative people
- Login to Facebook.
- Go to “News-feed Preferences”, in the drop-down where you can log out.
- Go to “Unfollow People to Hide Their Posts”. Unfollow your Facebook “Friends” who fill your feed with mindless drivel or negative posts.
Step 2: Follow inspirational people
Find and follow as many inspirational people and pages as possible. Join as many inspirational groups as possible. Pick people in your niche. If you love basketball, follow NBA athletes. If you swim, follow Michael Phelps or Ryan Lochte. Content marketing? Follow Neil Patel.
Step 3: Turn OFF instant chat
What have you just done? All the negativity and mindless drivel have now been obliterated. (About 70% of your facebookb feed.) Congratulations! Result? You’re now following a lot less people. And the hordes of unproductive posts have been replaced by fewer, more inspirational ones.
This instant reduction in post-volume is incredibly liberating. It’s a mental detox. The benefit? – Now that there’s less stuff to catch up on, you won’t want to go on Facebook as often. Boom! And with those addictive rants gone, Facebook is much less… well, addictive.
What you’re left with is pure inspiration. It’s potent brain fuel that makes you want to get off Facebook and do stuff! You’ve unleashed a beautiful see-saw effect: you’re MORE INSPIRED, and you want to WORK MORE, plus, with less posts to read, you’ll want to procrastinate less.
With instant-chat off, people start to value your time. They can’t see you’re online, plus they know you won’t reply in 30 seconds. Without the millions of drag-on-forever distracting pop-up conversations, you’ll stay on task for longer too. Plus, with time to think and to write a cohesive reply, you can talk great ideas and have meaningful conversations. What better way to maintain and build relationships on Facebook?
Conclusion
Facebook isn’t a waste of time. Used properly, it can be an incredible tool that lets you share ideas, maintain relationships and be inspired. An ocean of positive thoughts is now yours! More work done, less time wasted. Less negative, more positive and more Inspired. If ever there was a win-win situation, this is it.
How do you use Facebook to inspire you?
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These 11 Habits Will Make You More Productive, Successful, and Confident
Boost your focus, confidence, and results with 11 powerful habits successful people use every day.

Successful people love to help beginners. They have an incredible work ethic and rarely complain. As a result, others naturally look up to them and want to follow in their footsteps.
But here’s the truth: there’s no success without sacrifice. You’ll need to give up comfort, excuses, and sometimes even social approval to accomplish your goals.
Value comes from solving problems, and these 11 powerful tips will help you become more productive, successful, and confident, starting today.
1. Take Short Breaks After Finishing a Task
Psychology shows it’s important to reward positive behaviour.
After completing a big task or finishing a book, take five minutes to walk, stretch, or simply breathe. This quick reset helps your brain recharge and strengthens focus.
Many great writers swear by morning walks, solitude, and reflection can unlock creativity.
But if you refuse to take breaks, don’t be surprised when burnout hits. Your brain needs recovery time just as much as your body does.
2. Schedule Your Most Important Tasks First
Multitasking kills productivity. If you want to get more done, try time blocking, a method where you dedicate set periods for specific tasks.
Productivity expert Caitlin Hughes explains, “Time blocking involves scheduling blocks of time for your tasks throughout the day.”
For example, if you’re a writer:
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Research your topic at night.
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Write your first draft in the morning (don’t worry if it’s rough).
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Edit in the afternoon, great writing comes from rewriting.
You can’t buy more time. Use it intentionally and without regret.
3. Eliminate Distractions from Your Workspace
Focus is the foundation of success.
According to Inc. Magazine, it takes an average of 23 minutes to recover from a distraction. That’s nearly half an hour of lost productivity every time you check your phone.
Put your phone away. Close unnecessary tabs. And yes, limit your Netflix binges.
Meeting deadlines consistently is one of the fastest ways to stand out and earn respect.
4. Take Full Responsibility for Your Life
Entrepreneur Derek Sivers once said, “Everything is my fault.”
This mindset doesn’t mean self-blame; it means self-ownership. Stop pointing fingers, making excuses, or waiting for others to change.
If your habits (like smoking or drinking too much) hold you back, it’s time to make better choices. Your friends can’t live your dreams for you; only you can.
5. Invest an Hour a Day in Learning New Skills
Knowledge compounds over time.
Whether you read books, take online courses, or practise a craft, consistent learning gives you a competitive edge.
I used to struggle with academic writing, but I improved by studying the work of great authors and applying what I learned.
Your past doesn’t define you; your actions do. Every new skill adds another tool to your arsenal and makes you more unstoppable.
6. Develop a Growth Mindset
Psychologist Dr. Carol Dweck introduced the concept of fixed vs. growth mindset.
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A fixed mindset believes success is based on natural talent.
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A growth mindset believes success comes from effort and learning.
Choose the growth mindset. Embrace challenges. See failures as feedback. In today’s fast-moving digital world, adaptability is your biggest advantage.
7. Learn Marketing to Reach People Who Need You
I once believed marketing was manipulative, until I realised it’s about helping people solve problems.
If your work provides genuine value, marketing is how you let others know it exists. Even Apple spends billions on it.
Don’t be ashamed to promote your skills or business. Without visibility, your ideas will never reach the people who need them most.
Creative professionals who understand marketing and sales have an unfair advantage.
8. Ask Your Mentor the Right Questions
Good mentors can fast-track your growth.
While mentorship often costs money, it’s one of the best investments you can make. Great mentors don’t care about titles; they care about your progress.
If you don’t have access to a mentor yet, books are your silent mentors. Read the best in your field, take notes, and apply what resonates.
9. Build Confidence Through Action, Not Affirmations
Author Ryan Holiday once said, “I don’t believe in myself. I have evidence.”
Confidence doesn’t come from shouting affirmations into the mirror; it comes from proof. Doing hard things, keeping promises to yourself, and following through.
When you consistently take action, your brain gathers evidence that you can handle whatever comes next. That’s real confidence, grounded, earned, and unshakable.
10. Focus on Your Strengths
Your strengths reveal where your greatest impact lies.
If people compliment you on something often, it’s a clue. Lean into it.
A former professor once told me I was creative, and that simple comment gave me the confidence to go all in. I studied creativity, applied it daily, and turned it into my career advantage.
Double down on your strengths. That’s how you build momentum and mastery.
11. Identify and Challenge Your Limiting Beliefs
Your beliefs shape your reality.
For years, I believed I couldn’t be a great writer because of my chronic tinnitus and astigmatism, sensory challenges that made concentration difficult. But over time, I realised those struggles made me more disciplined, observant, and empathetic.
Your limitations can become your greatest motivators if you let them.
Avoid shortcuts. Growth takes time, but it’s always worth it.
Final Thoughts
Becoming productive, successful, and confident isn’t about working harder than everyone else. It’s about working smarter, consistently, and intentionally.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Start small: take a break after your next task, schedule your priorities, or spend one hour learning something new.
Every habit you change compounds into long-term success. Remember, true change comes from practising new behaviours.
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