Relapse, often perceived as a setback in addiction recovery, can actually be a significant step in personal growth and development. Understanding how to turn relapse into a positive step forward will help you in various aspects of life, whether you’re dealing with habits, personal goals, or professional achievements. Today, we discuss strategies to transform relapse […]
Decision-making skills are essential capabilities for every person that wants to live his life consciously and independent. Nevertheless, many people seem to lack these skills and feel more comfortable if another person makes the decision – even if these decisions could influence their lives negatively. Allowing others to decide over one’s life does not only […]
When it comes to personal development I have noticed that people often accept limiting beliefs regarding their intelligence, such as “I´m just not smart enough to be good at school/work!” and “I’ve always been stupid. This will not change, I’m simply not gifted with intelligence!”. What a fatal point of view! But when it comes […]
If you want to know the truth, I’m not often happy. I was born with a disposition that lends itself to melancholy and anxiety. I’ve always been a worrier and I’m prone to bouts of deep, dramatic sadness. But I’m not complaining. You know why? Because happiness isn’t my life’s goal. And, if you’re looking […]
Staying present is challenging, even for someone like me, who’s dedicated her life to trying to be more positive and present. Mindfulness is especially when dealing with difficult times, but that’s precisely when we most need to practice being present — when we find it hard to do so! There is no shortage of tips […]
Having a dog in your life is worth it for all sorts of reasons. In fact they add significant value beyond mere companionship. So let’s discuss some of the soul-enriching ways dogs can enhance and improve our everyday existence. 1. Increased Physical Activity Having a dog in your life can significantly boost your physical activity […]
Recently I’ve been working on a (very exciting!) presentation on open-mindedness, and it occurred to me that it’s been awhile since I’ve written about it here. (Though 7 Benefits of Being Open-Minded is still one of my most popular posts!) To me, this is one of the most important topics in our culture right now (so much […]
Healing from a situationship can be harder than recovering from a breakup, and it’s not talked about enough. Taylor Swift’s recent album, The Tortured Poets Department, is filled with situationship-related themes, and it’s inspired me to really think about how painful they can be. It might not be a “real” relationship, but the people in it are […]
Television is an extraordinarily great invention and has become the #1 form of entertainment in many countries. It allows us to stay informed about recent events, breaking news and entertains us whenever we feel just the slightest strains of boredom. Besides all positive benefits that came with the television there are also a lot of […]
The ability to get motivated to study can have a very positive effect on a student’s study levels and grades. A motivated student will find it easier to go the extra mile and do all the necessary tasks that need to be done to assure success. The right motivation will allow students to study a lot more […]