It’s no secret that there is a growing mental health crisis. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year, have an anxiety disorder. Furthermore, most Americans are suffering from moderate to high stress, with 44 percent…
How to Know Your True Self
“You were born an original. Don’t die a copy.” – John Mason Beliefs define how we see and act in the world. We have beliefs about virtually everything—relationships, family, politics, religion, entertainment, global warming, etc. Belief is what makes us human. It’s the foundation on which we build our lives. Most importantly, our beliefs tell…
Why it’s Important to Talk About Privilege and How it Impacts Us
“What separates privilege from entitlement is gratitude.”― Brené Brown Privilege is a relatively new concept to me. On some level, I was aware that a pecking order exists in society based on one’s socio-economic status and physical appearance, but I had no idea how privilege determined the opportunities I had, compared to others. The everyday…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
“We first make our habits, and then our habits make us.” – John Dryden Humans are creatures of habit. We seek comfort in rituals that free us to focus on less predictable things. Routine gives us a feeling of security and control over our environments whether it be needing your morning cup of coffee before…
6 Types of Toxic People Who Drain Your Energy
“People inspire you or they drain you – pick them wisely.” — Hans F. Hansen I was raised to see the best in others. I was told that everyone is doing the best they can under their circumstances, and from their own level of consciousness. This perception has worked well, for the most part, but…
Why Seeing From a Higher Perspective is Essential
“No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.” – Albert Einstein “If only I knew then what I know now.” How many times have you said these words to yourself? You may find yourself wishing you could go back and choose differently, whether it was something you said that…
Diversity is Beautiful. Here’s Why.
“Strength lies in differences, not in similarities.” – Stephen Covey When we talk about diversity, we often think of a melting pot – a society where different types of people blend together as one. We see this in countries like the United States where multiculturalism has become the norm. People of different races and ethnic…
5 Simple Ways to Declutter Your Mind
“Empty your mind, stop thinking about anything, simply be.” – Paulo Coelho Like most people in modern society, you probably get overwhelmed regularly. Your brain gets overloaded because there’s so much happening around you. If you find yourself unable to think clearly and make decisions easily, there’s a strong chance you’re dealing with a serious…
How to Tell Your Ego from Your Higher Self
“Never allow your ego to diminish your ability to listen.” ― Gary Hopkins At any time of day, we may find our minds filled with incessant chatter. If we’re not conscious of it, we can get overwhelmed with worries, judgments, and rants. Buddha described these aspects of our thoughts as the “monkey mind” because they…
Why Love is Never Wasted
“Love is never wasted, for its value does not rest upon reciprocity.” — C.S. Lewis Great love involves great risk. To love anyone, whether that be a romantic partner, family member, a friend, or even a project, cause, or object, calls for us to be vulnerable and willing to open our hearts. That’s why real…
