Obstacles present themselves daily. We always have the choice to maintain a calm emotional state or become rattled. Whether it’s relationship conflict, a health setback, traffic jam or a lost job, those same two possibilities exist. Which do you routinely choose?
The Secret to Happiness
Mark Twain said that humans have one effective weapon – laughter. It can improve your immune system, enhance your intake of oxygen, stimulate your heart, lungs and muscles, increase endorphins, relieve stress, and increase happiness. So why are we more stressed than ever before with suicide rates on the rise and a general decline in positivity and optimism for the future?
Strategies to Hone Critical Thinking Skills
Today, in a world of social media, around the clock news programs, and propaganda reporting, cultivating a critical thought process is more challenging than ever before. Sometimes it feels like we’ve lost the ability to think for ourselves or form our own conclusions. I often wonder if critical thinking is a lost art.
Six Steps to Help You Bounce Back from Burnout
Stop Should-ing on Yourself
Do you have a long list of responsibilities, duties, and expectations that constantly demand attention? Are you carrying the weight of self-imposed obligations or duties unloaded by others onto your shoulders? It’s important to discern the difference between what you truly need to do and what’s a habitual pattern or a responsibility you’ve taken on unnecessarily.