Ian Tuhovsky quotes

Ian Tuhovsky is a bestselling author, coach, and entrepreneur known for his expertise in personal development and communication skills. With over 10 years of experience, Ian has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and improve their lives. His books, including "The Power of Mindfulness" and "Communication Skills Training," have reached thousands of readers worldwide. Ian's practical advice and motivational guidance have made him a sought-after speaker at conferences and workshops. Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, enhance your relationships, or simply find more happiness in your life, Ian Tuhovsky is here to help you on your journey to success. Connect with Ian today to start your transformation!

Particularly helpful for letting go of bad blood is to try to consider matters from a different perspective. Mindfulness breeds an attitude of self-honesty, which is the courage to look at yourself without the usual stories in which you play the hero or the victim. With this attitude, hold a mirror to yourself and ask yourself: Are you really completely innocent, or do you share at least some of the blame? Also try considering things from the other person's perspective. Whatever they did, how did it make sense to do it from their perspective, in their situation? Put yourself in their shoes, think about the context of their actions, and maybe it will all seem more understandable to you.

- Ian Tuhovsky

Don't let anyone step all over you, but don't hang on to resentment, either. With the practice of mindfulness, you will learn to allow space for your emotions to settle down. Resentment will naturally fade away on its own if your mind is relaxed. So if you find yourself stuck in a loop, thinking again and again about some personal drama, take a mindful break. Don't try to force your mind away from its feelings, or repress any lingering emotions. Allow them to exist as they are — but don't let them hook you, either.

- Ian Tuhovsky

Research shows that we laugh more often when we’re in the company of other people rather than when we are alone. Robert Provine says that only 15% of our laughter comes from the amusement of jokes! There is wisdom to that — so many times I barely smiled when reading a joke alone at home, but when I heard the same joke while with a group of people, I cried out loud with unstoppable laughter. It turns out that laughter has an important social function; it’s the way to forge relationships.

- Ian Tuhovsky