What if there were a solution to stress that involves nothing more than feeling thankful for the good things in your life? There is. That solution is called gratitude. According to research, people who regularly practice feeling thankful have a leg up when it comes to their...
Self-talk is your internal dialogue. It's influenced by your subconscious mind, and it reveals your thoughts, beliefs, questions, and ideas. Self-talk can be both negative and positive. It can be encouraging, and it can be distressing. Much of your self-talk depends on your personality. If you're...
“You’re amazing! You are talented and one of a kind! Yes, YOU!” It’s true you know. Let those words sink in for a moment. How does it feel – warm and fuzzy? Maybe not exactly, but you must admit, when someone says something nice to us,...
No matter where you work, what you do, or how all that makes you feel, your job can be a major source of stress in your life. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, 65 percent of Americans called their workplace as "a top...
For some, kindness comes naturally, like a second nature. Others need to work at it, make conscious decisions and conscientious efforts to prove true and live up to the old saying: treat others the way you want to be treated. And who doesn't want to...
When was the last time you held the door for the person behind you or smiled at a stranger? Do you take time to help a neighbor in need or email someone an encouraging message? These may seem like strange questions, but these are all acts...
In today's distraction-filled world, the lines between work and home life are blurred. With our smartphones constantly bleeping with updates and alerts, it can be tough to build and maintain a regular schedule. Without this natural, predictable rhythm of routine, we might find ourselves facing...
Whether it's new, last-minute projects or impromptu meetings, it can feel like a workday is never long enough to accomplish all we need to. This ponderous sensation that we're strapped for time can lead us to pushing ourselves too hard to get things done, and...