Tired of always trying to fit in—of constantly trying to be like everyone else in order to be accepted? Well, we’ve got news for you—you’re not meant to fit in. You’re not even required to think and act like everybody else. You are special, and you’ve got unique contributions to share with the world. Today, … Read more
Nobody deserves to be treated poorly in a relationship. However, mistreatment in a relationship isn’t always obvious at first. It usually comes as a shock to the one on the receiving end of the mistreatment when they realize that the one they love is manipulating or taking advantage of them—or, worse, abusing them. Before we … Read more
Let’s say you’re walking down the sidewalk near a busy street and you see someone who is texting and not paying attention to where they’re going. There is some space between the two of you, but certainly not so much that you wouldn’t be able to stop them from walking into traffic. As you see … Read more
Feel like you’re never good enough? You may have experienced being in a toxic relationship, where a narcissistic partner tried to diminish your sense of self-worth. Or maybe you have had to work hard for your family’s approval of your life decisions. Perhaps it’s your own thoughts that say you’re a phony, despite your achievements. … Read more
It starts as children when we try to please and impress our parents. That need to please follows us to school as we try to impress our teachers and coaches–and ultimately to our adult lives as we go out of our way to please our bosses. And this isn’t only true for people who tend … Read more
If you’re like me, you may find that when you’re trying to think of a good idea, nothing comes to mind. But, that moment right before you fall asleep or when you’re out for a run, a brilliant idea will hit you. But how do you get those ideas to come at more convenient times? … Read more
“How to get motivated” is something that I do not spend a lot of time talking about here on Develop Good Habits. It is not that I think motivation doesn’t play an important role in successful habit change, but I that feel systems, rituals, and routines play a more essential part than motivation. But motivation … Read more
If you are having a hard time finding anything good in the world, then odds are you are spending far too much time watching the news. So one way to fix this is to stop watching the news. Sure, you want to stay in the loop with everything going on in the world; however, is … Read more
Silence has the power to transform our lives for the better and bring us closer to enlightenment. However, sitting in silent contemplation can be challenging for many of us who are used to hearing the noises of daily life. Nevertheless, incorporating periods of silence into your daily routine can be one of the most rewarding … Read more
If you think about what the “burden of proof” means for a minute (or you look it up), it makes perfect sense. This is something that you probably face in one form or another every day. While the concept of “the burden of proof” is commonly used in law, it also plays a critical role … Read more