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77 Self-Love Activities: The Very Best Ways to Practice Self-Love

March 17, 2023February 10, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
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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 …

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49 Calming Mantras for Anxiety & Stress

February 7, 2023February 7, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
calming mantras for stress and anxiety

When there’s little you can do to change your outer world, it’s important that you do everything you can to calm your inner world. Using relaxing mantras for anxiety and stress can offer significant relief.  This post teaches you more …

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Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life: Create Better Thinking Habits

March 17, 2023February 5, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
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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 …

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How to Stop Self-Sabotaging Behaviors: 7 Keys to Lasting Change

March 17, 2023February 4, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
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Most of us engage in self-sabotaging behavior at some point in our lives. Self-sabotage commonly shows up as perfectionism, procrastination, disorganization, negative self-talk, or making unhealthy or poor choices that interfere with our happiness, success, or well-being. If you’re someone …

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Do These 5 Things to Create a Miracle in Your Life

February 5, 2023February 1, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
I need a miracle in my life

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 to make now is to …

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When Life Is Too Hard: 21 Best Books to Read

January 22, 2023January 4, 2023 by J. Marie Novak
books to read when life is really difficult

This post introduces you to the best, most inspirational and helpful books to read when you’re struggling or going through a tough time.  Whether you’re dealing with a loss in your life, a dramatic change, or a difficult challenge, you …

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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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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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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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Why Self-Care Is Important [Plus 41 Self-Care Tips & Activities]

June 1, 2020May 31, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
what is self care

If you’re wondering whether self-care is really all that important, stop guessing: it is. Self-care reduces stress and anxiety, strengthens our immune system, enhances our mental health, and recharges us so we’re fresh to handle the many challenges we face …

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Whenever You Feel Miserable, Do This

May 10, 2020April 25, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
how your choices and habits can make you feel miserable

I’ve found that whenever I’m feeling miserable, there’s one thing that always helps me:  I give myself more love.   Now, bear with me here because what I’m talking about isn’t probably what you expect. I give myself permission to …

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What to Do When Worry Overwhelms You [+21 Worry Affirmations]

May 10, 2020April 11, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
how to ditch worry and trust life more

  If you feel overwhelmed by worry, it’s time to take a deeper look behind the reasons you turn to worry so often. How you view the world will largely determine how you experience the world.    Einstein said, “The most …

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5 Easy Mindfulness Exercises

May 17, 2020April 3, 2020 by Erin Amborski
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In today’s world, our mind is constantly overwhelmed with information, tasks, and emotions. When our mind is stretched thin and being pulled in so many different directions, we are left feeling stressed, scattered, and anxious. Mindfulness is a useful tool …

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Overcoming Fear Tips: What You Must Remember Most

May 17, 2020March 14, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
What You Have to Remember About Overcoming Your Fears

3. Before I get into my overcoming fear tips, I need to tell you a little story that will add context to the tips so they will be easier to put into action. A little story about overcoming fear Overcoming …

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When Your Life Feels Like a Mess, It’s Time to Go Within

May 24, 2020February 17, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
When your life feels like a mess, it's time to go within

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 …

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Learn the Secret to Letting Go

May 17, 2020February 15, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
How Do You Let Go?

When you’re holding something in your hand that you don’t want to hold anymore, what do you do?   You let it go.  In fact, in this case, there is no secret to letting go … letting go is a no …

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Overcoming Body Image Issues: Move from Insecurity to Love

May 17, 2020January 6, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
How to Make Peace with Your Body by Adopting Healthier Eating, Thinking, and Movement Habits that Stick

Overcoming body image issues isn’t necessarily easy.  Body insecurity is a challenge for many of us, but you and all those who suffer from a negative body image can change.  It can get better. Have you ever said or thought …

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9 Ways to Control Anxiety at Work

May 7, 2020October 27, 2019 by Believe and Create Editorial Team
9 Techniques to Control Anxiety at Work … and Everywhere Else, Too!

You’ve found yourself growing more and more anxious at work.  You’re worried, stressed, frustrated, exhausted, and maybe even a little scared.  Your anxiety level is off the charts and you desperately need to find a way to control anxiety at …

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How to Be More Present: Simple Steps for Mindful Living

May 7, 2020October 20, 2019 by Believe and Create Editorial Team
learn how to be more present in your life

Mindful living involves showing up for every aspect of your life.  When you learn to be more present,  your senses become sharper and the little things that are so integral to living a happy life get noticed.  When you’re not …

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Feel Completely Overwhelmed By Life? 6 Stress-Reducing Tips that Offer Immediate Relief!

May 10, 2020October 5, 2019 by Believe and Create Editorial Team

What Is Making You Feel Overwhelmed by Life? Before we launch into our 6 tips for dealing with feeling overwhelmed, you need to take a good hard look at what’s making you feel so overwhelmed by life.  Until you identify …

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5 Ways to Handle Anxiety Triggers and Calm Your Anxiety Fast

May 10, 2020September 15, 2019 by Kaleigh Howland
anxiety triggers

When You Can Quickly Identify Your Anxiety Triggers, Your Life Gets Easier! Everyone worries sometimes, but if you find yourself constantly bogged down by your fearful thoughts and emotions, you might be experiencing anxiety. Hope is not lost. Here are …

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Taking Care of Your Mental Health After a Devastating Injury

May 10, 2020September 15, 2019 by Trevor McDonald
self care after injury

If you’ve suffered a devastating injury, it affects much more than your physical health and abilities.  With severe injuries, depression is a common result. And that’s not all. If you went through a traumatic experience, you might also develop post-traumatic …

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The Life-Changing Magic of Listening to Your Higher Self

May 10, 2020May 30, 2019 by Janette Novak
how to see yourself as you really are - your higher self

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 …

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