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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, …
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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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 …
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 …
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 …
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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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. …
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, …
Read more35 Affirmations for Shifting Perspective & Changing Your Life
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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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 …
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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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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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 …
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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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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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 …
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 …
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 …
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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“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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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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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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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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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 …