anxiety / Blog / depression / disappointment / Happiness / happiness & fun / happy / meaning & passion / work fulfillment
by Caroline D. James · Published August 18, 2016
“Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.” ~Alexander Pope
I was sitting on the couch in my bedroom, at sunset, looking at the trees outside my window. I felt a profound sadness, frustration, disappointment, and …
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Blog / Happiness / happy / Love / Love & Relationships / self love / Self-Acceptance / Self-Care / self-like
by Lauren Barber · Published August 18, 2016
“It’s not your job to like me. It’s mine.” ~Byron Katie
Self-love is a word that gets used a lot. Overused, in fact.
The pressures and associations around the phrase “self-love” are immense. At school, we actually tore apart girls …
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Blog / discomfort / enjoy / Happiness / happiness & fun / happy
by Erica Settino · Published August 18, 2016
“In order for the light to shine so brightly, the darkness must be present.” ~Francis Bacon
One phrase my husband and I have heard often since becoming new parents—heck, since I was still waddling my way through my last …
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betrayal / betrayed / feeling betrayed / healing / Ways to Deal with Betrayal
by Lazolia Buzuzi · Published August 18, 2016
“Everyone suffers at least one bad betrayal in their lifetime. It’s what unites us. The trick is not to let it destroy your trust in others when that happens. Don’t let them take that from you.” ~ Sherrilyn Kenyon We have all been betrayed at least once in our lives. It is more often than […]
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decision making / Empathy / Goals / Intuition / logic / Personal Development / Self-Improvement / Success Skills / Work
by Guest Author · Published August 18, 2016 · Last modified August 17, 2016
When it comes to planning, the traditional reasoning argued that you have to be rational in order to achieve your goals. So, even people who had a natural inclination towards an intuitive approach had to force themselves to be rational, no matter what. But the truth is both approaches have their merits. Let’s start by […]
body language / Brain Power / Communication / lying / Self-Improvement / Success Skills
by Francesca F. · Published August 18, 2016 · Last modified August 17, 2016
Sarcasm is a popular form of satire in today’s culture, and we practically live off of it. But what if I told you that there are some key reasons that sarcasm can be one of the greatest superpowers we humans possess? Read on to learn why. 1. You can tell when others are lying You’re […]
Blog / change & challenges / fail / Happiness / happy / Risk
by Leah Cox · Published August 17, 2016
“May your choices reflect your hopes, not your fears.” ~Nelson Mandela
Ten months ago I found myself floating on my back in an outdoor pool somewhere in California. Overhead was a clear blue sky, leaves dancing in the breeze, and …
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Emotions / Empathy / Happiness / Personal Development / positive thinking / Psychology & Health / Relationships / Self-Improvement
by Kirstie Pursey · Published August 16, 2016 · Last modified August 19, 2016
We all feel sad from time to time. But did you know that sadness can actually be beneficial in some ways? We all feel sad...
Parapsychology & Psychic Phenomena / Self-Improvement / Spirituality
by Jennifer · Published August 15, 2016
An energy or psychic attack can happen to anyone. In this article, we explore what it is and how to recognize it. Have you ever...
appreciate yourself / how to love yourself / Love / Love & Relationships / Love Yourself / self love
by Vishnus Virtues · Published August 15, 2016
“Beauty is when you can appreciate yourself. When you love yourself, that’s when you’re most beautiful.” ~ Zoe Kravitz Did you grow up in a household that hurt you and punished you as you grew up? Were your feelings tossed aside? Your confidence shattered? Your self-worth destroyed? Were you put down, beaten down with negativity […]
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Personal Development / Psychology / Self-Improvement / Self-Knowledge & Personality Tests / soul / Spirituality
by Ruth N. · Published August 12, 2016 · Last modified December 25, 2017
Have you ever felt that your psychological age may exceed your chronological age? People are often drawn to those who seem ‘wise beyond their years.’ There is something majestic about old souls who were seemingly born with a wealth of life experience. It’s normal to turn to such people for advice or solace, believing they […]
10 minute meditation / Meditation / negative thoughts / perfect peace
by Luminita D. Saviuc · Published August 12, 2016
“In this silent, serene wilderness the weary can gain a heart-bath in perfect peace.” ~ John Muir To live in perfect peace means to be connected with the truth of who you are; to be aware of your own beauty, wisdom and perfection, and to live your life in a way that brings a lot of […]
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argument / Blog / Feelings / fight / Happiness / happy / Love & Relationships / needs
by Belinda Noyes · Published August 12, 2016
“Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of creative alternatives for responding to conflict” ~Dorothy Thompson
I used to think that in order to live a completely peaceful existence, there could never be any conflict in my …
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Blog / friends / Happiness / happy / judgment / Love & Relationships
by Chi Phan · Published August 10, 2016 · Last modified August 12, 2016
“Compassion becomes real when we recognize our shared humanity.” ~Pema Chödrön
For as long as I can remember, I have always been a little different, defiantly so.
I was that child who never liked cartoons. I was nicknamed “the little …
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Appreciation / Blog / generosity / grateful / gratitude / Happiness / happiness & fun / happy / healthy habits / mindfulness & peace
by Victoria Brauer · Published August 9, 2016 · Last modified August 19, 2016
“I don’t have to chase extraordinary moments to find happiness—it’s right in front of me if I’m paying attention and practicing gratitude.” ~Brené Brown
For the longest time I sought after happiness in the wrong place, and I wasn’t …
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Blog / change & challenges / depression / Happiness / happy / healing / mindfulness & peace / Self-Care / victim
by Dania Vanessa · Published August 4, 2016
“Abandon the idea that you will forever be the victim of the things that have happened to you. Choose to be the victor.” ~Seth Adam Smith
I come from a history of abuse and mental illness on both sides of …
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