You want to be happy. You’re dreaming of being happy. With your whole body and soul, you yearn to find happiness … true lasting happiness … the happiness that you know deep down in your heart has the potential to set you free. Yet, when you’re put to the test of what you’re willing to do … Read more
Do you love an inspiring or thought-provoking quote as much as I do? Then you’re in for a treat! I’ve compiled a list of the best 50 life journey quotes that explore what it really means to see your life as a journey, not just a series of destinations. Whether you’re currently facing tough … Read more
Some books entertain you. Some books encourage you. And every once in a while, a book finds you at exactly the right time and changes the way you see yourself, your choices, or your life. That is what I mean by a life-changing book. The best life-changing books do not all work the same way. … Read more
When you bet on yourself, you unlock a realm of potential that extends far beyond the ordinary boundaries of the life you’re experiencing right now. Betting on yourself is an act of faith in yourself, your abilities, and your potential. It’s not just about chasing success or achieving goals; it’s about embracing the belief … Read more
Are you tired of struggling? Recently someone wrote to me here at Believe and Create and told me she was tired: Tired of struggling. Tired of feeling miserable. Tired of conflict. Tired of not getting anywhere she wanted to go. Tired of feeling that her life was a mess. She was also tired of reading … Read more
What does “believe in yourself” mean? Believing in yourself has two core components. The first is a solid belief in your inherent value as a human being; it’s the deep-down understanding that you are someone with gifts to offer the world and who recognizes that you mattered important the moment you were born. This is … Read more
Sending positive energy or “vibes” isn’t just some touchy-feely thing that touch-feely people came up with. The power of energy exchange among people is backed by science. When that energy is positive, good things happen. When that energy is negative, life gets a whole lot more difficult. Spreading good vibes can make for a happier, … Read more
Every morning you have a chance to decide how you’ll face the day. Starting your day off with a little self-care can make all the difference in how your day will go. Unfortunately, most of us don’t make a deliberate decision to start our days off right but rather leave it up to habit or … Read more
Some commencement addresses stand way above all others, offering inspirational graduation quotes that live on and on, and with good reason; the advice is timeless. Do you remember your graduation? I remember my graduation from college. Do you remember the commencement address at your graduation? I must confess, I’m a little foggier there. The year … Read more
Self-love activities can have a transformative impact on your mental and emotional well-being. They reduce stress and anxiety while helping you feel more valued, accomplished, and fulfilled. Participating in self-love activities helps you build your sense of self-worth and self-appreciation while helping you find the joy that’s been missing in your life. Whether you’re just … Read more
Self-love and self-compassion are keys to living a fulfilling, happy, beautiful life. Sadly, many of us do not give ourselves the love and compassion we so richly deserve. How you feel about yourself impacts every aspect of your life. Every relationship. Your career. Your personal happiness … and the overall quality and fulfillment of your … Read more
Have you ever thought to yourself, “My life is an absolute mess … and I have no idea how to fix it”? When you reach this point in your life, it can be both scary and confusing. You don’t know what to do. You may even be frightened that the mess is so big it … Read more
I Felt Stuck in My Life and I Didn’t Know What to Do Nothing seemed to be working out the way I wanted it to. I made changes … in fact, I’d made a lot of changes, but none were taking me to a place of joy, peace, and fulfillment. I felt totally stuck and … Read more
Affirmations are a powerful way to change your mindset and move forward in the direction of what you want. Affirmations for change can be extremely helpful as you proactively take steps to transform your life or if you are handling changes that have been thrust upon you. We all get stuck in automatic negative thinking … Read more
Oh, if I had a penny for every time I practiced pumping myself up in anticipation of facing a difficult person or a negative situation. (Hint: I’d have a lot of pennies!) Every time I was about to enter an uncomfortable, negativity-charged situation, I’d tell myself to keep a positive attitude … keep my … Read more
Setting healthy boundaries with others is crucial to your self-care, personal growth, and happiness. This list of the best books on setting boundaries covers every aspect of establishing boundaries, including how to follow through and stay firm when others encroach upon them. Whether it’s with your spouse, children, partner, friends, neighbors, church community, colleagues, or … Read more
If you’re looking for the “how of happiness,” you’re sure to find it in the five best books on happiness that I’m about to share with you. Get ready, though, you’ll soon discover that these books on finding happiness in your life won’t point you outwardly, it turns out that happiness is an inside job. … Read more
I make mistakes. I fall down. There I said it; I make mistakes and I know it. How about you? Do you ever make mistakes … do you ever fall down, too? Some of the mistakes I make are doozies! Such as … Here are a few of what I consider to be my “classic” … Read more
Do you feel like your inner critic is running the show? You know who I’m talking about: that mean inner voice that finds fault with every little thing you do—the voice that withholds self-love and keeps you trapped and feeling down about yourself. Self-criticism is a near-constant companion for many people, making life feel like … Read more
Are you putting too much pressure on yourself? You’re not alone. Oh, the pressure we put on ourselves. The pressure to do more … be more … get more done. The pressure to be seen as smart and competent. The pressure to overcome our challenges and stamp out any and all undesirable circumstances in our … Read more
Do you need relief from anxiety and stress? When there is little you can do to change your outer world, you must do everything you can to calm your inner world, specifically, the words you speak to yourself. Using relaxing mantras for anxiety and stress can offer significant relief. This post teaches you more about … Read more
————————————————————————————- My life was a mess and I didn’t know how to fix it. I needed a vision for my life … a vision for my future, but I had no idea how to create it. It seemed to me that a lot of the people I knew and admired had clear visions for their … Read more
Just the fact that you found this message today means you’re likely saying, “I need a miracle in my life!” I understand. We all need miracles in our lives from time to time. The decision you need to make now is whether to sit back and wait for the miracle to arrive or take steps … Read more
Have you ever found yourself obsessing about something? Who hasn’t, right? It’s so easy to get trapped in the often circular thinking pattern that only generates unnecessary stress in our lives. Consider just a few of the various situations that can put your mind into overdrive: You have an important deadline coming up and if you … Read more