Here are ten challenges to do on your own or with a friend. But these challenges have a twist. They invite you to experience new things as well as explore the past. What you learn may surprise you.

“A person who never made a mistake, never tried anything new.”

Gumption is a trait that you find in strong, independent people who have a common sense approach to success. In a Guide to Gumption you will learn about famous people who were known for gumption. The history and writing prompts will help you set your own course to gumption.

“I ain’t afraid to love a man, I ain’t afraid to shoot him either.”

Optimism is proven to be fundamental to a happier, healthier life. On the Bright Side offers advice, information and guidance for building your own path to optimism.

“”I am an optimist, it is does not seem much use being anything else.”

In Good Company offers you a collection of thoughtful quotes from some of histories most notable figures. Writing prompts help you record what the messages mean to you.

“”The most important thing is to not stop questioning.”

Unsolicited Advice gives you an opportunity to share some of your personal life lessons, even if people aren’t ready to hear them. You might be surprised at how helpful your own experience can be to someone that you care about.

“”In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” Alfred Einstein

Interested in connecting your artistic side with the marketplace? From Make it to Market provides helpful information and planning guidance to help build your path to entrepreneurship.

“Every artist was first an amateur.”