If you’re an overthinker, then you and I could probably be good friends, because we would “get” each other. I spent years inside my own head. Not occasionally — constantly. Replaying conversations that were already over. Rehearsing future scenarios that never happened. Running through every possible way something could go wrong before it even started. My … Read more
You’re going through something difficult. Maybe you’re stuck in a painful situation you can’t escape yet. Perhaps you’re grieving a loss in your professional or personal life. Or, maybe you just experienced a setback or disappointment, and you can’t shake it off. Your reaction to each of these situations is the same: Be hard on … Read more
Do You Believe in Yourself? Whether your answer is “not always” to “hardly ever,” you’re not alone. Far too many people are settling for lives that are far below their potential largely because they don’t believe in themselves. There was a time when I did not believe in myself, and I can tell you, that … Read more
Failure hurts. Disappointment stings. And a major setback can leave you feeling like the ground has shifted beneath your feet. If you’re in that place right now — replaying what went wrong, questioning yourself, or wondering how to find your footing again — you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not broken. Learning how to … Read more
Your thoughts have a lot of power. Whether you realize it or not, you also have a lot of power over your thoughts. When you learn how to take command of your overthinking, negative, distorted. and fear-based thoughts, you’ll experience less anxiety and live a happier, more fulfilling life. Simply put, changing your thinking … Read more
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 promises to ourselves. If you’re reading this post, I suspect you may fall into the … 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
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
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
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
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
It’s time to stop being timid and afraid to speak up. It’s time to step into your power and claim the confidence that’s yours for the taking. You have big goals and dreams for your life, and to see those come to fruition, you need an abundance of confidence. The best way to shed self-doubt … Read more
If you are ready to start living the life you want, it’s time to make some immediate changes in how you live each day. Your choices, not good intentions, are the keys to creating the happy life you want to live. Ready to live a life of purpose, passion, joy, and fulfillment? Want to be … Read more
I know you’re looking for inspiration and advice on how to increase your confidence, and I’ve gathered a huge collection of quotes on self-confidence that deliver on that. Before I share the massive confidence quote collection I’ve compiled, I think we should consider what self-confidence is and isn’t. Get ready — this is going … Read more
Your Higher Self Is Calling You may think you see yourself as you really are, but if you’re like most people, your self-view is clouded. To truly see yourself as you really are, you need to understand and connect to your higher self … because your higher self is who you truly are. What Gets … Read more