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Sending Positive Energy: Why It’s So Important

January 23, 2023December 19, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
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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, …

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10 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues According to an Expert

January 14, 2023December 17, 2022 by Dr Gemma Gladstone
10 ways to beat the winter blues from an expert

Countless studies show that winter can prove difficult for a lot of people. In this insightful post, expert Dr. Gemma Gladstone offer ten ways to help you beat the winter blues and enjoy yourself throughout this sometimes dark and dreary …

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17 Best Books on Gaining Confidence for 2023

January 28, 2023December 3, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
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There have been thousands (for real, I counted) of books written about how to gain or build more confidence.  The list I’m sharing with you today features only the “best of the best.” Written by experts, adored by readers around …

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Why You Should Always Believe in Yourself

January 26, 2023October 29, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
Why You Should Always Believe in Yourself

If you want to achieve anything worthwhile in life,  you need to believe in yourself. Not just here and there, or when you feel like it, but always.  When you make the decision to believe in yourself consistently, you open …

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Fake Happiness:  How to Pretend to Be Happy

January 23, 2023October 26, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
The act of faking happiness

My friends and I had lively conversation a while back about how to fake being happy. We joked about it, but all kidding aside, it made me think: Is it OK to pretend to be happy? Can you get happier …

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In Honor of Father’s Day: Three Lessons Learned from Dad

February 5, 2023June 20, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
Father's Day - What Did Your Dad Teach You

My Dad — Johnny Joseph Novak Since today is Father’s Day,  I feel compelled to talk a little about my wonderful dad and share three lessons learned from dad that I know are great lessons for just about everyone. 1.  Be generous, …

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29 Affirmations for Overcoming Self-Doubt

October 8, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
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Many of us go through times in our lives where self-doubt and low confidence impact our ability to move forward to create the life we want. If you’re suffering from self-doubt right now, it’s helpful to change your inner dialogue.  …

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35 Affirmations for Shifting Perspective & Changing Your Life

October 7, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
affirmations for shifting perspective and changing your ilfe

We all have moments when we feel stuck, when we know we’re ready to shift gears but we don’t necessarily know how or what to do. Maybe it’s a moment of self-doubt, feeling dissatisfied, wishing for greater meaning and fulfillment, …

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7 Best Personal Growth Podcasts  to Kick-Start Every Day This Week

October 5, 2021October 5, 2021 by Miquela Lacy
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Listening to a personal growth podcast is a fantastic way to kick-start your day. The very best self-improvement podcasts help you focus your thinking for the day ahead and bring you more joy and clarity all day long. Now, I …

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5 Best Ways to Start Your Day Off Right

October 4, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
starting your day off right begins with these 5 steps

Every day you have a chance to decide how you’ll face the day.  Unfortunately, most of us don’t make a deliberate decision to start our days off right, but rather leave it up to habit or chance.   We allow …

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11 Life-Changing Books that Offer Invaluable Life Lessons

October 3, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
11 best life-changing books of all time

Have you ever read a book that changed your life? I have, and I’m about to share a list of the best life-changing books on my bookshelf.  But, before I do, let’s take a moment to look at what you’re …

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23 Mindful Morning Routine Ideas that Energize & Reduce Stress

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
How to Create a Simple Morning Routine that Energizes, Reduces Stress, & Builds Success

The secret to having more joy, less stress, and more success in your life begins with how you start each day.  Adopting a mindful morning routine is key to living each day more fully.  We’ve come up with 23 mindful …

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Happiness Is a Choice & Happiness Is a Habit

January 16, 2023September 29, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
Happiness Is a Choice & Happiness Is a Habit

Is happiness a choice? Or, is happiness a habit?  Or is happiness a mindset? In my opinion (and positive psychologists back me up on this), happiness is not one thing; happiness is a choice, it’s also a habit, and it’s …

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45 Affirmations for Change: Make & Embrace Important Life Changes

October 8, 2021September 17, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
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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 …

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78 Fun Fall Activities, Recipes, & Autumn Decor Ideas

September 14, 2021August 29, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
Fun Fall Activities & Autumn Decor Ideas

Fall is finally here!  Are you ready to make the most out of this special time of year?  We’ve gathered 78 fall activities and autumn decor ideas all in one place to get you off to a great start.  There’s …

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Hugs Feel Good. They’re Also Good For You!

July 18, 2021 by Angie Grandstaff
why hugs feel good and are good for you

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 …

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5 Simple Tips to Finding Joy in Everyday Life

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Adrienne Enns
tips for finding joy in everyday life

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 …

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How to Show Your Self-Motivation on Your Resume

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Moira Perez
how to show you're motivated on your resume

Every job takes a lot more effort than one can imagine. It’s not enough to have the right skills; you have to prove you always take extra steps to continue to grow professionally and sharpen your knowledge. You must show …

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35 Most Inspiring Books Ever: How Many Have You Read?

May 17, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
10 inspiring books to read this summer

I love an inspirational book; I always have. I enjoy reading authors who lift my spirits and help me see the world in a whole new light. I love reading inspiring books that help elevate my thinking and lead me …

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How 10 Minutes of Meditation Every Day Increased My Self-Confidence

April 26, 2021 by Prasanta Banerjee
meditate to improve your confidence

“Everything is created twice, first in the mind and then in reality.” Robin Sharma Tweet Robin Sharma is right. Thoughts can make or break us. While positive thoughts can build up our self-confidence, negative thoughts can lead to unrelenting self-doubt.   …

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Unhappy at Work but Feel Like You Can’t Quit? Here’s a Simple Solution

April 26, 2021 by Brittany Hunter
unhappy at work here's the solution

About half of workers in the U.S. are unhappy at work. Half! If you’re hoping to win the lottery so you can say “sayonara” to your boss, you’re definitely not alone! There’s a long list of reasons you might feel unsatisfied …

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39 Best Inspiring Graduation Gifts for Your 2021 Graduate (All Under $40!)

April 26, 2021 by Janette Novak
graduation gifts

Graduation 2021 is just around the corner.  And this year, it’s a tough one for graduates as many won’t get to participate in official graduation ceremonies or parties.   That’s why you’ll probably want to give the high school or college …

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The 10 Gifts of Enforced Isolation No One Talks About

April 28, 2021April 25, 2021 by Karen Gordon
gifts of opportunity in isolation and adversity

If there’s one thing we have all learned in the past year, it’s that we are creatures of habit. And when something comes along that upends our lives and forces us to change our way of life in unexpected and …

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How to Start Keeping Promises You Make to Yourself

April 26, 2021March 28, 2021 by J. Marie Novak
how to keep promises to yourself

The Slippery Slope of Making Promises to Yourself that You Don’t Keep We all make promises to ourselves.  Some of us are good at keeping the promises we make to ourselves; others of us are not so great at keeping …

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