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Are you confused by the term “hygge living?” What does it mean? Why should you care? Well, “hygge” is a Danish word that has roots in the Old Norse word “hugga,” which means to console or give comfort. The ancient word is also the source of the English word “hug.” Recently, the concept of hygge … Read more
One of the best ways to get to know someone better is by asking open-ended, deep questions. Even though many questions might sound generic and it may only incite small talk, the responses are usually very revealing. They give you a glimpse into a person’s true nature. Sometimes, answers to personal questions will even reveal … Read more
It’s nice to pause and take time to be thankful for the important things. This is especially during the important moments in life like: Thanksgiving or Christmas Marriage The birth of a child A big promotion at work Buying your first home. Graduations Or other special holidays with loved ones. Most people don’t take the … Read more
Modern life is stressful—so stressful that learning how to manage your stress has become a necessary life skill. If you’re interested in learning new ways to cope with everyday stressors, the following TED talks on stress can help you. Not only will these best TED talks about stress share strategies for dealing with stress, but … Read more
“Man is his own worst enemy.” No one is a bigger threat to you than yourself, as made evident by the fact that millions of people easily criticize and disparage themselves through self-hatred and self-loathing. Even though it is pretty common, self-loathing is not a personality trait but a serious psychological concern that calls for … Read more
I’m sure you can think of a time when you were working on something that you had little to no interest in doing. It’s tedious to watch the clock while you’re working, but you can’t help but do so if you’re disengaged or disinterested in the task. But this mental state certainly won’t allow you … Read more
When you’re on the spiritual path, the journey can often be confusing, lonely, and downright difficult. Fortunately, there are now apps that help to make the burden a bit lighter when it comes to your quest for enlightenment. From apps that offer step-by-step guides for different types of meditations to those that help you practice … Read more
As a social worker in a busy hospital, I often find myself overwhelmed with requests, crises, and pressing issues that need an immediate resolution. Sometimes, I feel so bombarded by demands that I freeze, not knowing where to even start. When working in healthcare, there is little room for error. Tasks need to be completed … Read more
Have you ever found yourself worrying about different things? Have you ever felt that a sense of worry and stress often clouds big events and celebrations of your life? These feelings are so common among people. Humans are the wisest species of them all, and they get this label because of their ability to contemplate … Read more
Thousands of thoughts go through our minds each day at the conscious and subconscious levels. Most of them come and go as they please without you noticing or causing distress. Things become somewhat problematic when negative intrusive thoughts seep into our consciousness. Practically everyone experiences these thoughts from time to time, but they can get … Read more