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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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How to Practice Optimistic Thinking: Rewire Your Brain for Positivity

March 8, 2023January 29, 2023 by Mia Barnes
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Optimistic thinking refers to having a positive outlook on life and a belief that good things will happen. An optimistic mindset has several benefits, including increased happiness, better physical health, greater resilience, and improved relationships. An optimistic person tends to …

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Fake Happiness:  How to Pretend to Be Happy

January 23, 2023October 26, 2022 by J. Marie Novak
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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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How to Show Your Self-Motivation on Your Resume

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 by Moira Perez
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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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Unhappy at Work but Feel Like You Can’t Quit? Here’s a Simple Solution

April 26, 2021 by Brittany Hunter
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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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Changing Careers? Top Resume Tips and Tricks That Land Interviews

May 20, 2020 by Janette Novak
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A career change is never an easy feat to accomplish. Perhaps the greatest challenge in the task is to convince the hiring managers why you need a career change and what makes you eligible for the new position. The first …

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Career Change At 50+: Tips On Switching to A Career You Love

May 20, 2020February 28, 2020 by J. Marie Novak
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The thought of making a career change at 50 … or thereabouts … can be exciting yet scary. At 50, you’ve likely already lived through some good and bad career decisions.  But if you’re feeling that nudge within you that …

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Developing a confident outer voice begins by developing a self-affirming inner voice - Janette Marie Novak

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