Heroes play a significant role in our society. Not only do they save us when we’re in trouble, but they represent justice, balance fairness, and give us hope. Modern heroism is defined as “a behavior or action on behalf of another person or for a moral cause.” We all possess an inner hero capable of…
How to Create a Routine that Aligns with Your Values
Values guide our lives, whether we realize it or not. We make choices based on a set of values, whether ours or others. When people don’t know their values, they take on other people’s values. Studies show that being in integrity with our values and embodying them leads to lasting fulfillment and satisfaction. Regardless of…
10 Fascinating Indigenous Cultures from Around the World (and why we should protect them)
Indigenous people make up 6% of the world population, are spread across 90 countries, and speak 4000 languages. They have centuries of rich heritage consisting of cultural practices and knowledge that we can learn from. These ten fascinating indigenous cultures from around the world will not only broaden your horizons but help you recognize the…
5 Unconventional Ways to Discover Your Gifts and Talents
Each of us has special, one-of-a-kind gifts that enable us to do things that others would find hard or even impossible. Your gifts are hardwired, but it’s up to you to discover and develop them. You must believe that you’re gifted and have the courage to share those gifts with others. If you’re unsure about…
Why Loving Fiercely is Worth it
Our experience of love is greatly impacted by how deeply we love another person. Today, most people tend to stay on the shallower end of the emotional pool to avoid vulnerability and appearing too keen in their connections. But loving fiercely is one of the most effective ways to experience bliss and spiritual alchemy. Find…
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)…
How to Live Your Life with Purpose
What we don’t realize is that living with purpose is a state of ‘being’ and not ‘doing.’ We should strive toward our purpose because of the type of person we will become on the journey, not only because of the outcome. Find out how you can cultivate the right attitude and practices to live your…
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
To become a superior strategist in life, you have to develop a long-term approach. It takes a conscious effort on our part to avoid what we’re naturally prone to doing; limiting our senses to what is immediate. Instead of waiting to connect the dots later, we can give ourselves an expanded view in the now….
How to Graciously Deal with Rude People
In our culture where rudeness is celebrated as the “new cool,” we find ourselves having to respond to rude behavior more often than we want. The key to dealing with rude people in understanding where they are coming from and managing our own emotions when we feel triggered by them. Learn four effective ways that…