One of the easiest -- and hardest -- things to do in the world is to get into a toxic relationship. While things may look perfect on the outside, or even seem like it to you a lot of the time, toxic relationships are more common than you may think. However, there are warning signs and red flags everywhere that can alert you to whether or not you may be in a toxic relationship.
READ MOREFrom criticizing our own reactions to situations to looking for the bad in everything, all of us have been in a position where negative self-talk seems to cloud all other thoughts. Regardless of how optimistic of a person you may consider yourself, no one is positive with their thoughts all the time.
READ MORESome of us might be more likely to curl up under a blanket with a movie marathon on Friday nights, while some of us are much more apt to go out with a big group and dance until the sun comes up. Some of us prefer to recharge alone, while some of us feel most alive when we’re around others.
READ MOREThe benefits of mindfulness are undeniable. While it can feel a little “new-agey” to some, mindfulness practices have been around for ages.
READ MOREBeing a good decision maker doesn't always mean making decisions fast and assertively. It's more about understanding the appropriate amount of time a decision should take, and then feeling confident about whatever choice you end up making.
READ MOREMaslow’s theory of achieving self-actualization can prove a bit daunting to those individuals who experience difficulty in meeting esteem needs. Given that for many, self-esteem is based upon the approval and acceptance of others, the esteem rung becomes a stumbling-block to self-actualization...
READ MOREAs we have increasingly turned to social media to conduct our personal, professional, and social lives, what started as a convenient means of organizing our lives, building networks....
READ MOREThere is a great deal of talk lately about living a meaningful life and finding our purpose. While the concept is pretty simple, it can be quite confusing. What is our purpose? How do we find it? Many feel they have found their purpose in their families, jobs, or through volunteerism or activism...
READ MOREStress and anxiety are unfortunate facts of the daily existence of many. Busy schedules, long commutes, limited sleep, and poor diet are the usual stress and anxiety inducing culprits....
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