Knowing your worth is a key determinant of the level of success that you experience and your mental wellbeing. But, we’re all prone to self-doubt. We tend to base our worth on external accomplishments and other people’s opinions. You can know your worth by developing a healthy self-concept, setting the right priorities, and working on…
How to Develop Intercultural Empathy
Intercultural empathy is an essential competency in our diverse, global society. It leads to better communication, understanding, and respect for each other. Like any other skill, we must develop it by being aware of our blocks and replacing them with understanding and better communication skills. In doing so, we open ourselves to forming deeper and…
The Truth about Being a Resilient Person
Being a resilient person is essential to our growth and mental wellbeing, but resilience is not for the faint of heart. The challenges we face demand a lot from us. Having a realistic outlook will prepare us for what’s to come and make us more capable of handling the unknown. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes)…
Why Do Humans Act Irrationally
As humans, we are not born rational. It’s something that we must cultivate. Irrational behavior can make us act rashly and impulsively. While we can’t eliminate irrationality, we can counteract its effects by becoming aware of our triggers and balancing our thoughts with our emotions. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) We’ve all made choices that…
How The Paradox of Choice Affects Relationships
The paradox of choice states that having lots of options causes dissatisfaction and confusion. Knowing how to navigate your options will help you develop confidence in your decision-making abilities and feel more fulfilled in your relationships. (Estimated reading time: 6-7 minutes) At 11 p.m., the night before she planned to walk down the aisle, my…
5 Signs a Sacrifice is Worth Making
“You have to fight to reach your dream. You have to sacrifice and work hard for it.” – Lionel Messi. At some point, we’ve all asked ourselves the question, “Is it really worth it?” Whatever we want to achieve, the wheels in our minds turn as we try to forecast the amount of work it would…
5 Telltale Signs of Fake Confidence
“Know your worth and stop giving people discounts” – Unknown Confidence is attractive. People who are perceived as confident win attention, admiration, and opportunities wherever they go. You can easily spot the confident people at a gathering. You’ll see them telling stories and jokes, surrounded by people intently listening, or chatting over a glass of…
How to Build Mental Resilience
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…
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…
The Four Aspects of Aging
“We don’t stop playing because we grow old. We grow old because we stop playing.” – George Bernard Shaw “Age is just a number,” is a catchphrase that’s so popular, it’s become almost a cliché. Our culture is youth obsessed, and hundreds of books with similar titles flood the self-help bookshelves. Our society celebrates youth…