We’re wired for meaningful connections, but every time we get hurt we feel the need to close off our hearts. Being vulnerable is the only way to form genuine connections. Find out how you can take on a healthy and balanced approach while opening up to others. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “It is not…
Archives for 2015
5 Amazing Benefits of Traveling
Traveling is not only fun but it also leads to personal growth and enrichment. When you broaden your horizons, you’ll enjoy these five benefits of traveling. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” — St. Augustine Everyone has their own idea of…
Feel Insignificant and Small? You need to read this.
In a world driven by materialism and popularity, we can feel insignificant at times. By shifting our attitude and focusing on the right things, we’ll be able to find value in our existence and realize that we matter in the grand scheme of things. (Estimated reading time: 4-5 minutes) “There never was, and there never will be,…
The Importance of Having Standards for Your Life
Setting high standards for ourselves is not an act of arrogance or rigidity, but a form of quality control that leads to our success and growth. Learn about the importance of having standards and how to set standards that have a positive impact on your life. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “Keep your heels, head…
The 6 Types of Love: How to Experience them in Your Life
Society’s fixation on romantic love makes us believe that it’s the only source of love available to us. We can experience more love in our life if we see that there are different shades in every relationship. The ancient Greeks created six words to capture the essence of all six types of love. (Estimated reading…
How to be a Leader in Your Life
Being a leader in your own life is about staying in integrity with your vision and values, no matter what challenges you face. With self-awareness and accountability, you can share the deeper and most authentic parts of yourself with the world. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “Mastering others is strength; mastering oneself is true power.”…
The Disorganized Persons Guide to Becoming Organized
A cluttered and disorganized home or office creates stagnation, encourages procrastination and lowers productivity. Use these four self-reflection as your guide to becoming organized and efficient. (Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes) “For every minute spent in organizing, an hour is earned.” — Benjamin Franklin Have you ever entered someone’s house and got an instant sense…
Why More Kindness is Needed in the World
In a world full of hardships, even the smallest acts of kindness is needed. Not only does it benefit the recipient, but it makes us feel better about ourselves. Kindness can be demonstrated in the simplest of ways. Make it a regular way of being with these five ideas. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “Remember…
Why You Need to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others
Competition can bring out the worst in us if we aren’t conscious of how it affects us. We become more competent when we stop comparing ourselves to others and focus on our path. Find out four ways to shift your mindset. (Estimated reading time: 3 minutes) “Comparison is an act of violence against the self.”…
Why Ignorance is Not Bliss
In the real word, ignorance is not bliss. Overlooking important information can lead to devastation, loss and pain. Facing the truth can be hard to deal with but once you get through the initial stages of discomfort, you can move towards fulfillment. (Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes) “I say there is no darkness but ignorance.”…