Some women, when asked to be ladylike, feel pressured into old gender roles. They see it as society’s way of making them conform to certain expectations of what’s desirable and acceptable of a woman. But ladylike behavior enhances our individuality, it doesn’t suppress it. We just need to redefine what it means to us and…
Why Equality and Fairness Matter
Inequality exists in everyday life. Wherever we see differences in wealth, power, and status, you can be sure that there are people getting the short end of the stick. That’s why we need to do our part and speak out for others. Every single thing that you do matters and contributes to the collective effort…
5 Signs That You Need Spiritual Grounding
Spiritual grounding has become more important than ever in our busy, fast-paced, and often chaotic lives. When we ground ourselves we get out of our heads and establish a harmonious flow of energy, and focus our energy and attention on what really matters. Learn the five signs you need spiritual grounding and ideas on how…
Why We Are All Connected
No matter how different we seem on the surface, we’re all connected on a fundamental level. The key to experiencing our connectedness is to move away from seeing ourselves as isolated islands focused on personal gain, and more like interconnected oceans, making a contribution to the collective. Find out why it’s important to acknowledge your…
5 Signs That You Are an Old Soul
An old soul is someone who is wise beyond their years. Life isn’t always for them as they are often misunderstood and aren’t sure how to use their unique strengths. Find out if you’re old soul by looking for these five signs. You’ll also learn how to use your ‘old soul wisdom’ to create a…
Why Our World Still Needs Idealism
Idealism is often seen as a way of thinking characterized by beliefs that are overly optimistic and positive, but not realistic or well thought-out. However, a healthy mix of idealism and pragmatism is needed to see improvements and progress in our world. Through several examples of visionaries who demonstrated these qualities, you’ll learn the value…
Don’t Judge a Book By Its Cover. Here’s Why.
We’ve all heard the saying, “don’t judge a book by it’s cover.” It alludes to our tendency to evaluate those we encounter based on what we see on the surface. This is the equivalent of judging the book by its cover, without bothering to browse through its contents. While appearance is an integral piece of…
Why The Natural World Humbles Us
Every time we’re out in nature, we’re reminded of it’s beauty. Whether we watch a sunset or hike up a mountain, we realize our small yet significant place in the larger scheme of things. Not only does spending time in the natural world humble us, but it motivates us to contribute towards the improvement of…
4 Lessons from the Most Benevolent Leaders of History
Conscious and heart-centered leadership is needed now more than ever to deal with all the pressing global issues we face a species. We need to move away from fear-based devices like armies and firearms, to ones that are rooted in compassion and wisdom, like negotiation, collaboration, and cooperation. These four lessons from benevolent leaders of…
4 Important Things We Can Learn From History
There is a lot we can learn from history if we’re open to it. Even though our ancestors faced different circumstances, they have faced trials and tribulations that we can identify with. By being a witness to their stories, we’ll benefit from the wisdom they left behind. (Estimated reading time: 7 minutes) “Learning history is…