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15 Wise And Timeless Words To Live By For Throughout The Year

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You probably know someone who has chosen a word or words to live by for the new year. These positive words become their mantra for the year.

“This year is all about _____.”
“My power word for the year is _____.”
“Every day this year will begin and end with ____.”

The inspiring words resonate so strongly with those who have chosen them that a whole year feels like hardly enough time to focus on them.

Words have so much power to inspire motivation and actions for a better life.

But the key is choosing the right words that ignite your dreams and remind you of the bigger reasons for your actions.

9 Beta Male Traits Decoded for Better Understanding and Connection

by Barrie Davenport

Whoever said that men are like dogs must've been discussing the group’s hierarchy.

As is expected by the title, the alpha male (dog) gets most of the attention and headlines, but what is a beta male personality, and should you be seeking them out for friendship or more?

In a dog pack, a beta male has much power but always bows to the alpha.

Human men break apart from the dog pack (and occasionally the Greek alphabet sequence here).

29 Unique Traits Of The Intuitive Empath

by Barrie Davenport

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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 cry?

If any of these ring true for you, you might be an empath — an unusually sensitive person who has a more heightened awareness to subtle stimuli.

If you are an empath, you've likely known for some time you are different from most people around you.

You've probably been accused of being too sensitive or overly emotional your whole life.

You might find the tragedies and world suffering you see on the news almost unbearable and feel compelled to share in the pain of complete strangers.

As a child, you may have had a hard time adjusting to new situations. You may have cried easily, had unusually deep thoughts, or asked out-of-the-ordinary questions.

You may even believe there's something wrong with you or that you have some kind of emotional disorder.

Fortunately, that isn't the case. Being an empath isn't something shameful or even very unusual.

Is It Time To Turn And Walk Away? 25 Walking Away Quotes To Give You The Push You Need

by Barrie Davenport

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Letting go of someone or something is rarely easy.

Most of us hold on much longer than we should, hoping things will get better or the person will change.

It doesn’t often happen that you get a clear sign from the universe telling you it’s time to skedaddle.

And even if that did happen, turning around and taking that first step is pretty daunting.

Are you in a situation where you suspect it’s time (or past time) to walk away, but perhaps you’re having trouble?

If so, then the walk-away quotes below are calling your name.

9 Ways To Reject Someone Nicely When You’re Just Not That Into Them

by Barrie Davenport

It’s clear they have a crush on you.

It’s also clear (to you anyway) that you don’t feel the same about them.

We’ve all been there: You meet someone new, and you think they’re great.

They have a kind heart.

You enjoy their company, and they are generally pleasant to be around.

But for whatever reason – maybe it’s the timing, or perhaps it’s just not a match – you decide a romance isn’t what you want.

The problem is how do you politely say ‘no thanks?’

Fortunately, there are kind ways to reject someone without leaving them sticking pins in your voodoo doll.

Ready to learn more?

Read on!