There are many articles about self-care, but fewer about self-compassion, which is much more important. Learn more about how to practice self-compassion, today.
What do you wish for when you blow out a candle? I heard this question the other day. It got me thinking. Do I have one dream? If I could will one thing to happen, what would it be? If I had a bottle with a genie in it, what would I ask for? Not “world […]
I don’t think any of us intend to become a martyr. But boy it sure seems like many of us wind up playing that incredibly unhealthy role! Do you take on too much? Do you feel taken for granted? You may have martyr syndrome. How It Feels to be Taken for Granted The other day […]
Science has proven that when we choose to be generous, we feel happier. For example, in one study, participants were given $20 and were given the choice to spend it on themselves or to spend it on someone else. Guess who was happier? But the benefits of generosity don’t end there. When we choose to […]
We’re all naturally inclined to develop habits. And we can tap into this natural tendency to help us to be kind to ourselves. Since we need to be kind to ourselves to be genuinely kind to others, this is pretty important to take advantage of. Here’s how to use habits to overcome negative self-talk today. […]
Depression. It is almost becoming an epidemic. More and more people are depressed. It’s difficult to know exactly how many. Because many who are depressed don’t seek treatment and some who seek treatment are not depressed. Regardless, there’s little doubt: the frequency of depression is on the rise. The good news? Recent research has confirmed […]
Feeling down? Don’t know why? It’s so hard to resolve feelings when we don’t know what’s causing them. Maybe we are dissatisfied with our home life? Or we don’t enjoy our jobs? Perhaps it’s because we’re in the wrong relationship or living in the wrong neighborhood? It’s possible these circumstances are contributing to our unhappiness. But […]
Many of us yearn to have more will power and admire people who seem to have an endless supply. Want to know some of their secrets? Read on.
When we feel emotional pain or struggle to maintain our mental health, we are often quick to assume that part of the issue lies with low self-esteem. The truth is low self-esteem has been given more airtime than it deserves over the years. What has not been given ample attention is what we are often […]
We’re all naturally inclined to develop habits. And we can use this tendency to help us be kind to ourselves. Since we need to learn to be kind to ourselves to be genuinely kind to others, this is an important opportunity to take advantage of. So, let’s get right into it. Here’s how to use […]
A while ago, I was talking to a friend who recently had a baby. While she was pregnant, we shared many conversations. It was a welcome opportunity to reflect on fond memories. I recalled many lovely experiences from when I was expecting and shortly after I had my children. Among other things we shared, I […]
Seeking inner peace? One sure-fire way to get closer to it is to fully embrace self-compassion. When we do, negative feelings and thoughts that take up so much space begin to get crowded out of our minds. When we combine self-compassion with mindfulness, our peace becomes more solid and resolute. Changes in our thoughts lead to […]
Welcome to How to Find Happiness in 10 Weeks or Less, Week 3. The Science of Happiness: How to Apply the Research to Live Your Best Life. This installment in our How to Find Happiness in 10 Weeks series focuses on the science of happiness, including the components of happiness, what each means for us, […]
Strategies to improve happiness often emphasize how important it is to be mindful. And, unfortunately for me, mindfulness practices almost always seem to have a meditation component. When I try to meditate, I feel like I’m fighting my brain from going where it wants to go. So, while meditation has brought tremendous value to many, […]
