Do often feel afraid to try new things because you’re nervous or scared? If so, then one strategy that can help is regularly push past what’s known as your “comfort zone.” And the simplest way to do this is to build a habit where you regularly introduce comfort zone challenges throughout your week. In this … Read more
“Stop being so sensitive.” “Don’t you think you’re overreacting?” From the 1944 movie, Gaslight, to being one of 2018’s most popular words of the year, this manipulative tactic has proven to be effective for anyone trying to gain control over someone else. Gaslighting gained popularity among professionals in the 1980s when gaslighting was written about … Read more
Like most people, there are days when I just feel like running away… hiding from life for just a little while. And then there are days when I just feel like staying in bed all day and hiding beneath the covers, like it’s an invisibility cloak or something. Most common, though, is when I get … Read more
If there are any people in the world we aspire to be like, it would be people with humble hearts and reputations. Humble people are gracious, even amid adversity and personal challenges. They know their weaknesses and don’t boast about their strengths. In fact, humble people don’t think they’re better than anyone else. And they … Read more
Many people suffer from a silent killer, a disease that turns their mind against them, and causes them to engage in risky behavior that could even threaten their lives. This disease is still stigmatized, and the fact that it’s not talked about worsens the effects for those who suffer from it. What’s this tragic and … Read more
“All or nothing” thinking, which is also referred to as “black and white” thinking or false dichotomy, refers to the tendency that people have to think and speak in extremes. Consider these absolute words that people often say: always, never, perfect, complete, impossible, identical, ruined, can’t, everybody… Have you said any of those words today? … Read more
Have you heard of the term “obsessive love disorder?” When we are attracted to a guy or girl, it is normal to have persistent thoughts about the one we are attracted to. It’s not surprising that we’d want to spend every moment with that person. A healthy relationship actually thrives on these thoughts that help … Read more
Everyone’s personality is unique, and knowing your personality traits can lead to more satisfaction, an ability to make better life choices, and more success in personal and professional spheres. When considering what makes us successful, we often turn to our strengths and skills—but it’s important to also acknowledge any weaknesses or negative personal characteristics that … Read more
“Dear future me, I’d love to remind you not to grow old.” These words were written quite boldly in one of my first future self letters. I didn’t have a letter to future self example to work off at the time, but I instinctively knew I wanted to discuss the things that scared me with … Read more
Looking for a great way to organize your ideas? A mind map template works wonders for extracting ideas from your brain and putting everything into a visual diagram. Today’s article features great websites and apps for mind mapping. These resources provide cool templates to help you create eye-catching mind maps for a variety of uses. … Read more