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RICH
HARRIS
Writer, Speaker & Executive Coach

Insights for Intentional Living
Strategies, Stories, and Research to Help You Design Your Life


The Architecture of Effective Goals: Why Design Matters More Than Discipline
Well, it’s January—a time of year that reliably nudges us to reassess our habits, priorities, and intentions. We suddenly want to eat a little better, drink a little less, and get to the gym a little more—good luck finding a treadmill for a few weeks! The water cooler chatter turns to “dry January,” keto versus vegan, and that half-marathon we’ve been thinking about for years. Almost magically, the new year resets our sense of what might be possible in our lives, bringing dor
Rich Harris
Jan 165 min read


The Alignment Audit: A Different Approach to Year-End Planning
Every December, as the year winds down and people begin taking stock of their lives, millions of us do the same thing: we make resolutions. We set new goals. We reflect on the lives we are living. And according to research I recently came across from MD Anderson, the pattern is remarkably consistent: 38.5% of U.S. adults make resolutions 23% abandon them in the first week Only 9% keep them If you’ve ever wondered why change feels so hard, you’re not alone. But the truth
Rich Harris
Dec 8, 20255 min read


Thriving in the Age of Acceleration
In a world engineered to keep you scrolling, this piece explores how modern media hijacks your valuable focus—and how to reclaim it. Learn practical ways to slow down, think deeply, and thrive in the age of acceleration.
Rich Harris
Oct 30, 20255 min read


The Power of Daily Intentions: Small Actions, Big Impact
Have you ever started your day feeling overwhelmed, unsure of where to focus, or just moving through the motions without a clear purpose?...
Rich Harris
Jan 28, 20254 min read


Mindfulness in Action: The Secret to Intentional Leadership and Living
The word mindfulness often conjures up images of serene meditation or tranquil yoga poses, but in reality, it’s much more than a calming...
Rich Harris
Jan 24, 20253 min read


Leadership Under Pressure: 5 Keys to High Performance When the Pressure is on
An everyday challenge for most leaders is their ability to perform when the pressure is on. Ancient philosopher, Seneca the Elder, once...
Rich Harris
Jan 9, 20256 min read


The Quest for Intention: The Happiness Equivalent of a Battle-Axe
If you are not familiar with the latest on happiness research and are interested, consider happiness researcher, professor, and...
Rich Harris
Jan 1, 20255 min read
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