It’s so important to care for ourselves and others – deep emotional compassion for ourselves must be cultivated. Here are 5 inspiring TED talks on self-love and self-care that will help you on your journey to loving yourself. 1. Why we all need to practice emotional first aid We’ll go to the doctor when we …
If you’re in a funk or feeling blue, these 10 ways to immediately feel happier should put a smile on your face. It’s not always easy to feel happy, sometimes we need to give ourselves time to feel our emotions and feel our sadness. But if you want to make a change and take a …
Positive affirmations are incredibly powerful! We can use them to encourage ourselves and build ourselves up. When you catch your reflection in the mirror, is the first thing you think is something negative? Or when you make a small mistake, do you mentally chastise yourself for it? By creating time for daily positive affirmations, you …
Are you all about self-improvement? Here are 10 excellent books to read if you want to improve your life. These books are fan favorites for a reason – they touch on issues of money, career, and relationships – while getting to the truth of the decisions and choices we make that determine who we are. …
It’s so important to stop negative self-talk because the cost is so great – it can cause depression and anxiety. It can change your perspective on your life and cause you to feel worthless and like a failure. While some people think negative self-talk will motivate them, it actually creates your reality – what you …
Stress can affect your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, so it’s important to find ways to deal with your stress. Common effects of stress are headaches, pain, upset stomach, insomnia, irritability, and depression can lead to overeating or social withdrawal (source). It’s a serious and underdiagnosed issue – but it can be managed by taking action. …
Creating a healthy morning routine sets up your day for success. Lots of successful and happy people have individualized morning routines. You don’t have to do all of the healthy habits below to have a great start to your day, but trying a few of them together will make for an excellent start to your …
Let 2022 be the year you try new things. If you are looking for a way to be excited and happier in the new year, why not try one of these 50 inspirational things? Go for a daily walk and make note of the changing seasons. Allow yourself to have some quiet time in the …
The beginning of a new year allows us to reflect and take stock of the goals and aspirations we have for ourselves. It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the news, social media, and our culture – and it has created a desire in many of us to simplify our lives. What choices do you want …
It seems like every time I check the news there’s some new terrible story – some new political drama or natural disaster that’s climate change-related. It’s disheartening and leaves me feeling bleak. Unless we all decide to be the guy who no longer reads the news, we are going to encounter tough stories. So how …