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As children, we feared the monsters living in our wardrobes. We begged our parents not to turn the lights out. And no matter what, we never looked under the bed, just in case one was hiding under there. Fast forward a few years and we learn to rationalize the things that went bump in the … Read more
Insecurities are part and parcel of life. They often rear their ugly heads at the most inappropriate of times. And can range from a minor niggle in the back of your mind right through to a tsunami of emotions that leave you struggling to breathe. Though not physically apparent, the impact from the thoughts that … Read more
Seeing the latest lotto winners broadcast their good fortune across the TV leaves us all feeling a tad envious. That’s human nature. Whilst they’re off choosing a new sports car, you’re putting off taking yours to the garage for the umpteenth time. And as they’re booking a luxury getaway, you’re wrestling deck chairs alongside the … Read more
Today, we’re going to chat about self-confidence. Self-confident people behave in social settings in ways that attract others. They’ve mastered the skill of using failures and accomplishments as tools to build their self-confidence. Don’t we all want that? Sure we do! We all want to feel more self-confident because research shows that self-confident people are more … Read more
“I don’t care what people think!” You’ve likely said that time and time again, yet you still care. Why? I’ve included different factors that could help answer the question, along with 13 powerful tips on how to not care what people think, for real. You’ll come to appreciate the tips after discovering the dangers caring too … Read more
Humans are emotional creatures, therefore some situations or circumstances in life may bring out the worst in us. As social creatures, we are interconnected with one another. Our emotions can affect not just ourselves, but also the people around us. Take dating for example. I have been on the receiving end of someone who became … Read more
My 8-year-old came home from school the other day and asked me about a big word her teacher had used in class. She said the teacher told them to take pride and develop a sense of self-esteem, as well as learn how to stop being insecure. Now, self-esteem isn’t a fruit, but I felt like … Read more
Children can begin to internalize negative messages about themselves and their abilities from an early age, impacting their attitude and confidence for a lifetime. Positive toddler affirmations can counter those messages, giving kids the foundation they need to be happier and achieve more in their lifetimes. Why Simple Toddler Affirmations are Important to Boost their … Read more
Have you ever been so embarrassed that you wanted to hide? Do you cringe inwardly when you think about something embarrassing that you said or did? Learning how to get over embarrassment can help you continue working to be the best version of yourself. We’ve all been there. Lucky for me, I’ve figured out ways … Read more
Dealing with criticism can be a tricky business. The wrong kind of criticism can harm your self-confidence, make you feel like you’re less capable than you genuinely are, and squish your motivation. If we lived in a world where criticism was delivered tactfully and with due consideration to a person, it would be fantastic for … Read more