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)…
Irrational Behaviors: Why Humans Behave Out of Character
As humans, we are not born rational. It’s something that we must cultivate. Irrational behaviors 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) “The fact that logic cannot…
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) “Happily ever after is not a fairy tale. ’It’s a choice..” — Fawn Weaver…
5 Signs a Sacrifice is Worth Making
Sometimes we have to make sacrifices to attain our dreams. Finding the right give/take ratio begins with us. There is no right or wrong way—it’s personally determined. Each person has a different comfort level when it comes to how much they’re willing to sacrifice. Learn five signs that a sacrifice is worth making in your…
Fake Confidence: 5 Telltale Signs A Person is Not Genuinely Confident
Confidence is attractive and it’s a quality we all strive for. But the real kind does not require faking it. Those who have it are convinced of their worth while those who don’t depend on others admiration and praise to feel good about themselves. These five telltale signs of fake confidence will show you what’s…
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….
The Four Aspects of Aging
Our society celebrates youth. For this reason older people go to great lengths to look as young as possible to get that validation. But when you change your outlook on the aging process you’ll find it easier to accept it and age gracefully. The four different aspects of aging provide a different perspective on aging…
How to Change Your Attitude When You Can’t Change Anything Else
A simple shift in attitude can change how you experience life, but this can be hard to do when your circumstances are challenging. The good news is that you have more power than ever to shape both your mental and physical realities through your thoughts. Learn four effective ways to help you change your attitude…
How to Manage Your Fear of the Future
Having a fear of the future has become common in our fast-changing society. Learning how to manage it is crucial to our wellbeing and success. Using these four techniques will hep you overcome any worry and doubt you have about what lies ahead of you. (Estimated reading time: 5 minutes) “Don’t shortchange the future because…
5 Limiting Beliefs That Are Blocking Your Abundance
A belief is a feeling that we have about what something means or signifies. Our beliefs are the roadmap we consult when making choices in virtually every aspect of our lives. Some of them are healthy and serve our growth, while others limit us and cause us to miss out on opportunities. Find out if…