Perfectionist tendencies that are left unchecked is unhealthy. Yet, having high aspirations can propel us to perform our best. We can achieve a lot if we can moderate our perfectionist tendencies. Learn five ways to tap into the positive aspects of perfectionism. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “People call me a perfectionist, but I’m not….
Archives for 2016
Why I Believe That Everything Happens For a Reason
We’ve all heard the saying that everything happens for a reason. Some believe it because they see their lives orchestrated by a benevolent higher force, while other’s don’t. They see the universe as an impersonal and random place. You can learn where you stand by doing some self-reflection. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “In all…
The Healing Power of Music and How to Use It
Every culture has developed it’s own expressions of music which resulted in countless varieties of musical genres and instruments. This goes to show how integral it is to human nature. Learn about the healing power of music and how you can creatively incorporate it into your lifestyle so that you can enjoy the benefits. (Estimated…
5 Signs That You Have Truly Forgiven
Forgiveness is not an easy process for many. It often takes effort and time to get to a place where we can let of the hurt and move on. But how you know if you have truly forgiven someone? This post describes five signs that indicate whether you’ve reached this state. (Estimated reading time: 5…
5 Important Life Lessons We Can Learn From Politics
Over the course of human history, we’ve been under all types of political regimes. If we can focus on the rulers who did good in their terms and who were beacons of hope and inspiration, we can learn from politics and become stronger leaders in our own lives. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “Politics is…
The Importance of Building Character
Our society tends to give more importance to those those who posses material symbols of power. But to be truly happy and to make a difference in the lives of others, we have to develop depth and substance. Learn how to build character with these five steps. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “Character is unfakeable…
6 Psychological Blind Spots You Should Be Aware Of
Psychological blind spots can lead to poor decision-making and may even cause us to make serious mistakes. Avoid these mental traps by learning the six psychological blind spots that skew our reality. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) “Don’t believe everything you think. Thoughts are just that – thoughts.” — Allan Lokos The human brain is…
6 Valuable Things We Can Learn From the Historical Past
The human race has come a long way. We’ve made huge progress in the field of science, technology and social equality. However, there are some invaluable things that we’ve lost along the way, and revisiting them can serve us in many way. Learn six valuable things we can learn from the historical past. (Estimated reading…
Why We Need to Have Faith in the Unknown
Given the unpredictability of human life, having faith in the unknown is essential to our survival. Most people turn to religion and spirituality to find it, but there are other ways to build you faith. Learn what those are and how it can benefit you. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “Change is the only constant.”…
Increase Your Self-Awareness With These 5 Creative Steps
Self-awareness is the foundation for confidence. It also makes it easier for you to recognize choices that bring you the most joy and purpose. Learn five unconventional ways to increase your self-awareness. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom.” — Socrates I’ve always considered myself to be highly self-aware….