Happiness Practices with Phil Gerbyshak

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The Priority Paradox

My Journey from Singular to Plural and the Pursuit of Focus

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Aug 18, 2023
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The word "priority" hails from the Latin "prior," meaning "first" or "earlier." I've discovered that its meaning, linked to what comes first and matters most, has been skewed with the modern shift to the plural form "priorities." This shift has often hampered my ability to focus and achieve my goals. My recent experience with moving serves as a personal…

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