Humans are described as social creatures by nature. This is true, but that does not mean many of us don’t value our alone time. Like many creative types, I have always valued my alone time. While I love my friends and family, some things I had to do on my own. For example, if I … Read more
Have you ever wondered why sometimes life or the universe seems to treat you well or hold a grudge? Sometimes we have moments in life when everything seems to be going well, our goals are being realized and life is good. Then there are other times when the universe seems to exact a debt, we … Read more
Depression is something that impacts people of all ages and backgrounds. In order to address depression, we need to take a well-rounded approach. This may include meeting with a mental health professional, considering medication and increasing human contact with the people who bring us joy and happiness. That is where hugs can be helpful. How … Read more
How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice! These humorous sayings are a way of pointing out how important consistency is when achieving your goals—no matter how big. Affirmations for consistency are a great way to reinforce the thinking that helps you stay committed … Read more
Have you ever asked somebody what they are afraid of and their answer was, “nothing”? That’s doubtful. In fact, I’d wager to say every single person on the planet fears something… and these fears may change as life does. For instance, I used to be afraid of clowns. Now that I’m a mom of young … Read more
Dating is complicated, and it can be challenging to maintain a positive outlook and healthy self-esteem after a few bad dates. Unfortunately, a positive outlook and healthy self-esteem can be vital for attracting new people and starting new relationships on a healthy foundation. So how do you keep your spirits up when dating is hard? … Read more
I bet you never thought you’d be scouring the internet for tips on how to fall out of love. Am I right? Guess what? You’re not alone. According to the famous song by singer Michael Bolton, “Love is a Wonderful Thing.” Wonderful—until things go downhill and you need to let it go. Letting go is … Read more
Everyone knows that smoking is a terrible habit, yet more than 12% of Americans are current smokers. If this is the year you will finally stop smoking, these affirmations for quitting smoking will help you kick the habit for good. Why Affirmations for Quitting Smoking and Kicking the Habit are Important Smoking has a wide … Read more
If you’re dealing with thinning hair alongside depression, you may be wondering: can depression cause hair loss? Understandably, you may worry about whether the two are connected. No one wants their hair to thin out, and if it’s happening to you, you want to know why. When it comes to depression and hair loss, there’s … Read more
Have you ever wondered how to cheer yourself up? If so, you’re not alone. The good news is that just asking the question proves you’re ready to learn how to self-soothe. While many think of this term in regards to a baby crying herself to sleep without a caregiver’s help, it’s a skill that tends … Read more