Category: Personal Development

A miserable man sits on the floor with his head in his hands and his back against a wall in a stark room.

How Much Suffering Is Enough?

The price of caring, professional mentorship is $5,000. What’s that over a lifetime of special moments with your family? Chris Cooper missed a lot of those moments because he didn’t ask for help soon enough. Don’t make that mistake!

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How to Be Happy: The Just Cause Effect

When we hear from burned-out gym owners or see their rants about clients who “just don’t get it” on Facebook, we know they’ve lost their sense of cause. Here’s how to refocus on your mission and fire yourself up for 2020.

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How to Be Happy (for Entrepreneurs)

Chris Cooper thinks the purpose of existence is to find happiness. In this series, he’ll tell you how to get there. And here’s the great news: It’s actually easier for an entrepreneur to become happy than for almost anyone else.

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Turning Pro

Becoming a professional coach takes a lot more than a certification. After more than 23 years coaching fitness, here’s what Chris Cooper know of professional coaches.

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