Let’s be honest… when it comes to raising a child, most of our energies are directed at keeping them safe. Fed. Clothed. But how many of us have actually stopped to think about grooming them to be good humans and, eventually, well-adjusted adults? Today, more than ever, raising a healthy and grounded child is critical … Read more
Have you ever heard the African proverb that says, “When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside can do you no harm”? It’s true. If you can work on yourself to the point where your personal growth just continues to increase, you will be hard-pressed to find anything that can do you any harm. … Read more
Looking for mindfulness exercises? Something to help you increase your daily mindfulness, in a hectic life? If so, then the following article details 71 mindfulness activities that can be added to any busy day. Granted, it is impossible to engage in all these exercises at once. Trying to do so would cause you to neglect … Read more
A flower does not think of competing with the flower next to it. It just blooms. Let me save you thousands of hours of therapy and the time it takes to read dozens of self-help books. Stop comparing yourself with others. Just stop it! I am sure the idea of not comparing yourself with others … Read more
Practicing daily self-care is extremely important in maintaining a good outlook on life and good mental health. Being happy and well-rounded starts with being able to take care of yourself. However, there are challenges faced when practicing daily self-care, and this is where SMART goals play an important role. SMART goals allow you to set … Read more
For most people who like their jobs, advancing their careers is something they strive for. Unfortunately, too many people think waiting around for someone to notice their potential is enough… and, thus, end up disappointed and feeling unappreciated when it doesn’t happen. You need to actively work at making things happen. You need to set … Read more
Looking for great quotes about being yourself? It’s easy to follow the herd and give in to peer pressure and demand for conformity. It is a lot more difficult to strike out on your own and truly be yourself. But being true to yourself is perhaps the greatest gift you can give to the world. … Read more
Bored with your old planner layout? For today’s post, we’ve rounded up fun planner ideas that will hopefully inspire you to try something new for your planner setup. The Uses and Benefits of Planners Generally, planners are used to organize your schedule. Gone are the days when people used drab planners for recording appointments, without … Read more
Looking for a way to jumpstart or improve your self-care routine this year? In addition to setting goals that promote daily self-care, you might want to use a self-care checklist. This type of checklist not only allows you to monitor if you’re on track in accomplishing your goals, it’s also a great reminder that you’re … Read more
Music is a powerful vehicle of expression, affirmation, and healing. If you’re looking for something that can help you to adopt a certain idea or alter your perception about something, music can help with that, too. Neuroscientists have now discovered that human brains are hardwired to respond to music. Throughout history, music has played a … Read more