We’re born to experience life from a place of aliveness. Allowing ourselves to live a life that feels boring and predictable to us causes our spirit to deteriorate. Regain your zest for life with these five steps. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) “Boredom: the desire for desires.” — Leo Tolstoy Another day, another dollar. Same…
What Does Growing up Really Mean?
Age isn’t always a reliable measure of maturity. Growing up has more to do with how we handle our emotions and responsibilities. It’s also about balancing work and play. Find if you’ve truly grown up by looking for these five signs. (Estimated reading time: 6 minutes) “Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional.” —…
5 Reasons Why You Determine Your Own Happiness
Real happiness does not come from external things. It comes from being able to determine our happiness based on our beliefs and how we interpret what happens to us. In this way, we take back control of our emotions, and become resilient in the face of difficulties. (Estimated reading time: 7 minutes) “Happiness is a…
Why It’s Important To Be Honest With Yourself
Most of us grew up hearing how important it is to be honest with others but we seldom heard the importance of self-honesty. Self-honesty requires courage to face the truth and ask tough questions. Dealing with the truth empowers you to be honest with yourself and allows our best self to emerge. (Estimated reading time:…
6 Signs That You Love and Accept Yourself
It can be hard to love and accept yourself in a society that’s focused on image and material success. But true confidence comes from seeing your worth no matter what’s happening in your external world. Learn how to embrace your strengths and imperfections by cultivating these six traits. (Estimated reading time: 7 minutes) “Embrace the…
When it’s Okay to Break Away From Tradition
Tradition brings a sense of belonging and comfort. It brings families and friends together in a spirit of kinship. However, we need to balance tradition with our independent thought. When our customary ways of doing things become restrictive and block our growth, we need to revisit them and question if they’re still working for us…
Why it’s Okay if People Don’t Get You
It’s hard to be around people who don’t get you. Not only can it makes you question our worth but it can prevent you from taking action on our dreams. But just because others don’t understand your quirks doesn’t mean there’s something wrong with you. You can find strength in your uniqueness and find people…
The True Meaning of Personal Power
Power is usually associated with money, status and beauty. While these symbols might make us appear powerful to others, it’s not a substitute for the kind of power that lies within us. Learn how to cultivate your inner power by working on your strength and virtues. (Estimated reading time: 4 minutes) “The most common way…
What to Do When Life Does Not Seem Fair
There are times when life does not seem fair to us. It’s precisely during times like these that we need an attitude shift to feel better and to make the most of our situation. Learn how to feel better about your current reality with these five ideas. (Estimated reading time: 7-8 minutes) “When life is…
The Art of Playing to Your Strengths
Playing to your strengths is the gateway to prosperity and fulfillment. When you’re aware of what your good at and you focus on building your skills, doors of opportunity open up. Learn how to place less emphasis on your weaknesses and redirect you attention to expressing your gifts in the world with these steps. (Estimated…