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37 Personal Development Tips That Will Change Your World

Here is something that you can probably relate to pretty well. When I think back to how my life was ten years ago, I am surprised and proud that I have been able to come as far as I have. Most of us think we know everything when we are younger, but with age and […]

25 Personal Development Goals That Unlock Massive Growth

“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.” -Lao Tzu Lao Tzu, the 2,600-year-old Chinese philosopher, still plays an important role in Chinese thought. But his quote about letting go crosses many borders, as we all can recognize the wisdom in his ancient message. We all want to become […]

15 Reasons Highly Sensitive People Are Highly Valuable

Have you ever heard these words before? “Don’t be such a crybaby!” “I was just kidding — don’t take things so seriously.” “You are way too sensitive. Get over it.” If you’re a highly sensitive person (HSP) like me, you’ve probably felt “different” all of your life. While friends and family could let things roll […]

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29 Unique Traits Of The Intuitive Empath

Have you ever walked into a room and had a wave of negative energy wash over you? Have you had a conversation with a stranger and could tell, without them saying a word about it, that they were deeply troubled or sad? Do you ever feel so profoundly moved by something beautiful that you start to […]

20 Best Audiobooks For A Road Trip in 2018

I don’t know about you, but I love going on road trips. A road trip feels like a true adventure — much more so than air travel, which involves so many tiresome steps before you even set foot on the plane. And then you’re crammed in a suffocating tube with little to look at and […]

10 Signs You Are The Rarest Personality Type In The World

Did you realize you might share a personality type that only 1.5 percent of people worldwide have? You probably already know there are many things about your personality that make you different from your friends. That statement is true if you’re an INFJ on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality table. An INFJ is one […]

The Pivotal Differences Between Intrinsic And Extrinsic Motivation

Take a minute to think about the sources of your motivation. What makes you do the things you do? Do you go to work to get a paycheck, or because you genuinely enjoy your job? Do you drive the speed limit to avoid punishment, or because you value your safety and enjoy taking the time […]

12 Essential Ways To Take Care Of Yourself

Everyone gets caught up in their daily routines. In fact, getting caught up is the whole point of having routines. Routines help you get through the day while accomplishing your goals. You wake up every day knowing exactly what you’re going to take care of without giving it much thought. But because your routines are […]

50 Self-Care Ideas For Stressed Out People Pleasers

“In case of the loss of cabin pressure, put on your own oxygen mask first before assisting others.” If you fly on commercial planes, you’ve heard this statement from a flight attendant many times, instructing you to take care of your safety first so you have the ability to help someone else. This is necessary […]

40 Compelling Quotes About Life To Empower You

If you had to do it all over again, what would you do differently? How would your life look today if you’d made a different choice at all of the major (and minor) crossroads of your life? Often we look back over our lives with regrets or at least a certain amount of curiosity about […]

How to Lose 10 Pounds And Keep The Weight Off

Losing those extra ten pounds and achieving your ideal body weight can be daunting. It feels like you have done everything to lose the weight, but when you look in the mirror, you still see that extra layer of stomach fat you’ve wanted to shed for so long. You have said, “No,” to almost all unhealthy foods, […]

4 Common Communication Styles In Love Relationships

The odds are pretty high that you and your spouse or partner communicate differently. One of you likes to handle things right away. The other needs to sit on it a while. You prefer to talk through the issue, and your partner wants to think through it first, then talk. Sometimes it feels like you […]

3 Sure-Fire Ways To Power Up Your Willpower

“I am super clear on what I want to accomplish” said Karen, a recent student of ours who was just entering her senior year, “but the more I try to get things done, the less often I seem to succeed.” Karen went on to share – in front of the whole class of 475 undergrads […]

Constructive Criticism: Don’t Make the Truth Hurt

Does anyone like to be criticized? I certainly don’t. But over time, I’ve learned how valuable criticism can be. When I was in my twenties and working in public relations, I sent a letter to a magazine editor suggesting a story idea related to one of my clients. I received a stinging reply from the […]

The Ultimate List of Emotions

At some point, you may have wondered why you have emotions. Why do you feel happy? Why do you feel sad? Why do you experience every emotion in between? Sometimes, it seems easier not to feel at all — especially if you’re experiencing emotions like anger, fear, and despair. After all, it’s painful to have […]

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