As human beings, we are a culmination of our environment, decisions, behaviours and habits. It is worth giving thought to how we live our lives; taking a step back to reflect on some of our own less-than-ideal tendencies and ponder about how we can mitigate or improve upon them. Here are some resources that I hope can help us foster habits and patterns that can create an upward cycle for ourselves over time.

20 compounding habits that lead to huge results

Every habit turns out to be an upside advantage or a stumbling block to your best life. Many people desperately want the upside advantage — but their actions lead to a downward spiral. You can achieve extraordinary results if you identify the few essential and life-changing habits that have a massive impact on your expected trajectory.

I spend $725 a month on chores I could do myself, and it's one of the best money decisions I've ever made

"I'd spend ridiculous amounts of time and effort looking for savings hacks and DIYing everything to avoid spending money, because I saw my finances as a finite and precious resource. The truth is, time is much more valuable — a lesson I wish I'd learned far sooner."

Forget big change, start with a tiny habit: BJ Fogg at TEDxFremont