You will never find self-fulfillment if you are struggling. That is the lie I feel like we are all told. If we struggle, we cannot be happy and therefore cannot be fulfilled. However, the problem isn’t the adversity itself; it is the way we look at it. We see struggle as bad, and to struggle … Read more
If you’ve found yourself repeating self-defeating thoughts and behaviors, it’s critical to understand the root causes of where these thoughts and behaviors are coming from. Self-defeat is something you can overcome. It takes recognizing the situations in your life and past struggles that caused such a down spiral of these self-defeating patterns. Humans are creatures … Read more
When you are faced with challenges that shake you to your core, how do you respond? How you deal with your emotions shapes every aspect of your life. If you don’t own your emotions, they end up owning you. I think we can both agree that this is a recipe for disaster. If you cannot … Read more
We’ve all been in some pretty tough spots throughout our lives. Regardless of how good things seem to be, we all experience those moments that make us think “I can’t do it”, or “I can’t go on any longer.” These are important moments in our lives. They have the potential to make or break us … Read more
When life knocks you down, do you bounce back fast or drown in your emotions and give up? If you struggle with coping with life’s blows, you’re not alone. Everyone encounters challenging times in their lives. I think we can all agree that you never know what life will throw at you. Life is one … Read more
Inner strength is best defined as, “stable traits, an enduring source of well-being, wise and effective action, and contributions to others.” [1] In other words, your inner strength is your ability to do the right thing, the right way, without any concern about what others think. In this article, we’ll look into how to find … Read more
Do you have a big dream or goal for your life? Wondering how you’re going to get there or what could get in the way? Chances are, it’s your mindset. There’s one common theme that underpins many theories about living your dream life: your mindset, beliefs and the way you think override everything. I asked … Read more
You think you have it all together, then suddenly one day, you don’t. You think you have the best in front of you, a road you selected with presumably no detours and then suddenly, you hit a wall. It can be discouraging when your best laid plans go awry but that wall is one you … Read more
We are often taught from a young age to seek external rewards or avoid punishments, such as getting a sticker for completing homework or being grounded for breaking a rule. While these methods may appear to be effective in the short term, their ability to create long-term motivation is limited. Many children, for example, find … Read more
Parents, caregivers, teachers and society in general all have a huge influence on how we live our lives. That’s why people traveling to other countries often experience ‘culture shock’. The different rules, different customs and different attitudes can quickly lead to a feeling of confusion and alienation. You may have experienced this yourself. But, culture … Read more
Have you ever asked yourself, why do I hate working? Is it the people, what I do, or is it something else entirely? Studies show that people are becoming less happy with their jobs and personal life. According to the General Social Survey,[1] On a scale of 1 to 3, where 1 represents “not too … Read more
Do you feel like you’re wandering through life with no sense of direction? Are you wondering how to find yourself? Whether you feel lost yourself in a relationship, a career, a bad habit, or simply feel lost in life in general, you are not alone. All of us feel lost at some point in our … Read more
Do you feel stuck in an area of your life, not knowing what to do next? There are things you want to accomplish, dreams you’d love to fulfil, yet your current circumstances seem to be preventing you from reaching your goals. Perhaps it’s your job, your career, major decisions, relationships, or just life getting in … Read more
Do you need thrust to climb the life-ladder? I feel everyone needs it in a competition-driven world. That brute force is nothing but motivation! Do you strive for motivation? It doesn’t matter you take one big stride to pursue your dream career or a small step towards bowing down to a boring monotony; each move … Read more
Most people struggle with mastering their mindset, they feel stuck in their lives, careers, and relationships. They struggle to find a way to move forward. They have big dreams, but they feel like something is holding them back. If you feel this way, you are not alone. Most people want to increase their productivity and … Read more