If you need to convince someone to change their mind today, do it in a one-on-one conversation. If there are other people around, there will be too many distractions. Be sure to deliver your message in person. Sure, an email or text might be a lot more convenient, but your words alone can’t communicate what you want them to understand right now, and eye contact will help you make a stronger connection and drive home your meaning.

Knowing when enough is enough is more than half the battle when it comes to relating to someone else. After all, not every moment can be filled with connection and discovery. How exhausting that would be!

Sometimes you don’t think things through enough. And sometimes you think too darned much. Hey, welcome to the human race!

You’re hacking through red tape just like Paul Bunyon with his ax. There’s just about nothing that can keep you from making giant strides today if you put your mind to it. Focus on whacking away your debt instead of whittling away at it, as usual.