I’m not saying these 75 accountability quotes will change your life, but exploring the concept of accountability might. Being accountable for your words and actions isn’t only about keeping promises; it’s about embracing the power you have to shape your own life. When you take responsibility, you no longer live your life on autopilot … Read more
The best inspirational books do more than lift your mood for a few minutes. They help you see your life from a new angle. Some offer courage when life feels hard. Some help you find direction. Some remind you that change is still possible. This list includes 35 inspiring books worth reading when you need … Read more
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
While the world would have you thinking that you have to chase down happiness or that maybe it’s for other people, I’m here to tell you that’s not true. You have the power to create joy in your everyday life. Joy is not just for special moments or some future date when everything is accomplished. A … 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
Do you know anyone who’s just downright too stubborn? Usually, you don’t hold these folks in high regard … in fact, they often frustrate you to the max and you’d prefer to avoid them completely, right? The truth is, being stubborn isn’t all bad, but when taken to extreme, it can wreak havoc in your … 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
There are many ways to hug and many reasons to hug. We hug to show love, support, and excitement. A hug says I care for you, I am here for you, I am happy to see you. We have been hugging since we were infants holding onto our caregivers, bonding and connecting during those beginning … 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