People can be toxic. In fact, research shows that 80 percent of Americans have been emotionally hurt – whether at work, school or home. It can be a friend dragging you down or that jerk you can’t avoid at work. It could also be a close family member who thinks having blood ties justifies lousy behavior. Whoever it … Read more
Our personality is developed practically from birth and is the foundation of our individuality. What you do with that personality is what defines your character. I don’t believe it is an overstatement to say that a person’s character is the most critical aspect of what a person becomes. Four out of 10 people possess characteristics … Read more
Meeting a stranger for the first time can be awkward. Yet, we are all strangers until we really get to know each other better. Sometimes, the only way to really get to know someone is to ask questions. That said, knowing which questions are appropriate and which will give you some insight into the other … Read more
Employed Americans are stressed out. In fact, studies have consistently shown that being stressed out at work is to be expected, as only a small percentage of responders report experiencing little or no stress on the job. But sometimes, it goes beyond just being rushed to meet a deadline or feeling overwhelmed with emails. If … Read more
Are you sick of bad attitudes creeping into the world? It feels as if everywhere you look, you see and hear messages that attack your happiness. Whether it’s on TV, social media or just in daily conversations, you get blasted by this wall of negativity. Maybe you’re like me, and you want to combat this … Read more
If you’re looking for songs to improve your mood or help you find answers to the question of where happiness comes from, you will likely enjoy today’s collection of songs about happiness. We’ve rounded up tracks referring to the emotional state that leaves us feeling euphoric, hopeful, and content with life. There is no single … Read more
Maybe you’re hanging onto sarcastic, demeaning comments from a family gathering… and it is eating you alive inside. You just can’t seem to let go of the worry stemming from it and would love to be able to learn how to not let things bother you so much! It is possible. Trust me. This article … Read more
When you think about challenging yourself, your mind probably goes to that place outside of your comfort zone where no one really wants to be, but where you know that change undoubtedly occurs. It’s tough to leave our comfort zones, so we often stay put because we favor routine and familiarity. But when you challenge … Read more
There they go again! Your children run through the house, mimicking characters right out of the latest Disney movie. You sense some special energy is attached to their activity, but you don’t know how to turn it into gold. Lucky for you, we’ve got the answer… writing! This article will demonstrate how the benefits of … Read more
It’s ok if you’ve been feeling a bit down lately. I think many of us are running on fumes–overwhelmed, overworked, and not living the life that we necessarily pictured we would. But, wallowing isn’t going to make things any better. You need to keep trying, continue moving forward, and take life by the horns. So … Read more