Staying in our comfort zone—places that feel safe and familiar—can lead to missed opportunities and rewarding experiences. By overcoming fears and taking action you’ll be able to step outside your comfort zone. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “A ship in harbor is safe — but that is not what ships are built for.” — John…
Archives for 2014
Feel Like You Wasted Your Youth? You Need to Read This.
It’s never too late to chase your dreams. Overcome regrets of missed opportunities and stop listening to naysayers – take action on the things that will bring you the satisfaction. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “No experience is wasted. Everything in life is happening to grow you up, to fill you up, to help you…
How to Believe in Yourself When No One Else Does
You won’t always find the support you need to realize your dreams. In such cases, you have to find the courage within you to pursue goals and find people who believe in you. Don’t give up because those close to you can’t see and share your vision. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “I got my…
6 Things I Would Tell My 20 Year Old Self About Love
Some of our most profound learning experiences in love happen in our younger years. These six things I would tell my 20-year-old self about love and relationship could help you develop a healthier perspective on love and find a partner who treats you right. (Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes) “Love is blind, but a broken heart sees everything.”…
Why Challenges are Important for Our Personal Growth
Challenges are important for your personal growth and success. They make you stronger and more resilient. It’s important to know how to respond to challenges and avoid the ones that aren’t aligned with your goals and purpose. (Estimated reading time: 2-3 minutes) “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” — Franklin D. Roosevelt My…
4 Simple Steps to Creating Balance in Your Life
Creating balance in your life means understanding your needs and knowing when to cut back on your workload. Learn how to make time for rest and relaxation no matter how busy you are. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest. Use both and overlook neither.” — Alan Cohen Can…
6 Steps to Creating an Abundant Mindset
Abundance is a product of your thoughts. You don’t have to be rich to feel abundant. By meeting your deeper spiritual needs you can feel abundant no matter how much money you have. (Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes) “Abundance is about being rich, with or without money.” — Suze Orman Unless you’re a trust fund…
3 Surprising Ways You’re Sabotaging Your Happiness
Everyone wants to be happy, but most are unclear about what will make them feel that way. Besides cultivating the right mindset, you need to watch out for three ways you could be sabotaging your happiness. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions..” — Dalai Lama If you…
How to Cope With a Painful Breakup
Know how to cope with a painful breakup is critical to recovering from our loss. Finding healthy ways to process our emotions and reaching out for help are key ways to feel better and move on. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “If you‘re brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new…
How to Make the Most of Your Time on Earth
Make the most of your time on Earth by learning time management skills and adopting the right mindset when it comes to how you approach your time. (Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes) “The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.” — Stephen Covey One of the greatest gifts…