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185 Words Of Encouragement: Quotes And Thoughts To Boost You Up

If you're reading this article, you're likely having a rough day. We're here to give you words of encouragement to finish the day with hope and a lightened heart.

Maybe you've had a recent loss or some bad news, or perhaps you're feeling depressed about something, and you could use some words that motivate and support you.

It could be that your self-esteem has taken a hit, and you just can't pull yourself out of a self-defeating funk.

Whatever the reason, you're in need of some uplifting words today — words that throw you a lifeline and provide inspiration and comfort.

Sometimes we awaken in the morning and before our feet hit the floor, we realize we need extra strength and some encouragement for the day to help us get through it.

Life can pummel us with disappointments, challenges, and heartache, and our mood can easily shift from light-hearted to heavy-laden.

65 New And Novel Things To Try To Make Life More Extraordinary

by Ron Clendenin

woman jumping laughing in ocean New Things To Try

Are things feeling a little meh lately?

Ready to spice up your life with fresh experiences?

We know it’s hard to come up with new ideas, especially at the last minute.

That’s why we’ve made it easy for you with a curated list of fun and novel activities for you to try.

We’ve selected each activity because they aren’t the usual run-of-the-mill ideas you’ve likely already tried.

These suggestions will add excitement and variety to your everyday routine and make you the go-to friend with the best ideas for a good time.

Stay with us as we explore these not-to-be-missed suggestions, and prepare to embark on a journey that will make your life more interesting than ever before!

14 Essential Types Of Goals To Set And Achieve

by Barrie Davenport

What types of goals do you need to set in order to keep your life moving in the right direction?

We’re not talking about S.M.A.R.T. goals here since that’s more an approach to goal-setting than a specific goal type.

The goals listed in this article target different areas of your life or fit different time-frames.

Some goals you’ll have for years, while others you’ll slay in a matter of months or weeks — or even days.

But all the goal types described below are indispensable to your continued growth and to the impact you’ll make on the lives of others.

Because ultimately, your goals are not all about you.

Help, I Suck At Life! 15 Proven Tips For Changing Sucky To Lucky

by Barrie Davenport

As far as you can tell, you suck at everything that matters.

And your life is proof of that.

But while it’s so much easier to spend years numbing yourself with alcohol or whatever, there’s a better way.

Instead of asking, “Why does life suck so much?” (which is a valid question), this post is all about exploring ways to make it suck less.

We’ve found 15 proven tips for doing precisely that.

Which one will you try first?

15 Distinct Signs You Have A Passive Personality

by Barrie Davenport

Passivity can be a useful tool in both business and in your personal relationships.

Knowing when to back down and allow others to lead can serve you well, but it is also important to know when to charge forward with your own ideas, motivations, and goals.

There are many highly successful people with passive traits who have harnessed the powers of passivity to work for them rather than against them.

If you have a non-confrontational personality, you may not recognize all of the ways passive behavior has influenced your life.

You may not even identify as a passive person.

If you are unsure, read on to learn the signs of a passive personality type in people.