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Have you ever felt like you are not good enough? Is there a voice inside your head that tells you to doubt yourself? Building up self-confidence and self-esteem is never easy. It takes a lot of self-love, self-respect, and self-care to be able to embrace yourself completely. There are a lot of times when you … Read more
Most men grew up being told they have to suck it up. Everything they do has to be manly, rugged, rough, and tough. I remember my brother bringing my dad his tools to work on the car at the age of six. While getting our dad a wrench, he tripped over some things dad had … Read more
We aren’t always kind to ourselves. Sometimes, our needs are put aside for the sake of other people; other commitments. And, as a consequence, our well-being suffers. We may lose sight of our feelings, our values, and boundaries. And misplace our own worth and self-respect. From here, it can be hard to turn things around. … Read more
I used to wake up and feel as if I wanted my bedsheets to swallow me and just hold me prisoner until the day (and all its tortures) had passed. I’m sure you’ve been there too. It feels as if there’s no point, that this day is just one more curse, and you simply can’t … Read more
Looking for some words of encouragement to motivate and inspire you? Or are you seeking a confidence boost to help you achieve your goal? You’ve come to the right place. Read on as we provide you with 95 inspiring quotes that can increase your confidence and add meaning to your life. Confidence gives you the … Read more
Insecurities… we all have them. And if you try and say that you don’t, then you’re insecure about what people will think if they were to find out that you do have insecurities. Honestly, our fears over how people view us is really what most – if not all – of our biggest insecurity (or … Read more
Your child attends school and participates in extracurricular activities. On the surface, things seem normal. But lately, you’ve noticed they’re shying away from challenging situations. Or staying to themselves. And, as a parent (or educator), you can’t help but think they’re struggling with low confidence. So how can you give them a boost? There are … Read more
When the waiter brings your meal and says “Enjoy,” do you reply with a “You too?” (Even though they aren’t sitting down at your table to share your food.) Or what about when your coworker says they are stepping out to visit the restroom? Do you say something like “Can I come with you?” (Because … Read more
Finding the right words to say, especially when emotions are high, can be tough. But realizing that those words are being ignored by the person they were intended for cuts far deeper. You wish they would acknowledge you, understand you, or even argue the point with you. Anything but ignoring you would be better. Their … Read more
I cannot speak for all women, but an insecure man is surely not my type. To me, he represents drama and potential heartache, so I keep a safe distance away from this particular male type. But don’t allow my bias to overshadow your views. Perhaps you’re more patient than I am in this area and … Read more