Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 22 seconds The first step to being authentic is self-awareness, finding out who you really are. You’ll discover so many new aspects of your personality and how you got that way. “People who want the most approval get the least and people who need approval the least get the most.” — Wayne Dyer What is self-awareness?  When you’re self-aware, you have an accurate and clear understanding of your personality, strengths, weaknesses, and beliefs. You know what makes you tick. Self-awareness also includes an understanding of how others perceive y ..read more

Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 37 seconds Since we were children, most of us learned that it could be advantageous to make others happy. Most children want the approval of their parents, teachers, and peers. We tend to carry that same tendency into adulthood. While it’s natural to seek the approval of others, sometimes it might not be for the best. Being a free and strong person includes moving freely through the world without unnecessary concern about other peoples' opinions. Think about who you respect the most. Do they let the opinions of others dictate their decisions? You can be the s ..read more

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes, 33 seconds Do you have a critical family? How do you handle their negative comments? It’s possible to handle these comments without turning to arguments or other negative coping mechanisms. Remember, you’re in control of your responses to their comments. Try these techniques to resolve their criticisms without arguments or angry feelings: 1. Avoid taking it personally. It’s easy to get defensive and take things personally. When a family member judges your weight or appearance, it’s hard not to take it personally. You feel attacked and vulnerable, but the k ..read more

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes, 48 seconds There are likely times when you’re unhappy with who you are, what you’ve attained in life, or which path you’re taking. That’s because you’re human. Those sentiments affect all of us from time to time. Sure, there will be days when your best doesn’t seem good enough to you, but what if your best is really just fine? 4 Ways to Come to Terms With Your True Self Coming to terms with your true self can help you acknowledge the awesome person you really are. Your various characteristics combine to make something totally unique and special. No one else ..read more

Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 37 seconds Becoming more accepting of yourself and loving yourself for the fine person that you really are can lead you to greater happiness and more fulfilling life. 7 Ways to Accept Yourself for Who You Are Here are some excellent techniques you can use to help you better accept yourself: 1. Focus on your positive qualities. Even though self-improvement is a good thing, it's important that you identify and focus on your positive qualities, rather than concentrating on the qualities you feel negatively about. * Maintaining this positive focus will not only ..read more

Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 33 seconds Personal power is never fully developed. Like your body, it needs exercise. Not a couple of times a week. Instead, conscious training several times a day. To create habits that ingrain beliefs, values, and help you become at one with yourself. When you know yourself, value yourself and stay true to yourself, you'll find meaningful purpose in all areas of life. At the core of the truth, you can bring the best out in those around you.  3 Life Hacks to Your Personal Power Strive to learn more, Commit to consistent learning, and be broad ab ..read more

Keep in mind you're not unloving or difficult when you enforce your own personal boundaries. You're taking care of you. The one place in your life that can increase your self-confidence is setting healthy personal boundaries. Boundaries are the imaginary lines that we put in place to protect our minds, emotions, and bodies. They keep us from being manipulated or controlled by others, ultimately creating a less anxious and more joyful life. Personal boundaries empower us to take control of our own lives to build healthier relationships with others. It's unlikely that you will be happy without ..read more

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes, 58 seconds Happiness is elusive without a sense of self-worth. If you're not happy with yourself, how can you be happy about life in general? Self-worth is about believing that you have value as a person. It's not how you compare to others. It's your belief in your intrinsic value as a human being. We're all important. Some of us just require a little more convincing than others. Maximize your feelings of self-worth: Forgive yourself. You have plenty of guilt and resentment toward yourself that you've been carrying around for years. You chose the wrong maj ..read more

Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 55 seconds Life hasn’t gone the way you had hoped. You are in your same dead-end job, in a career you thought had some promise. But it didn’t turn out as planned. You believe it just isn’t on your cards to have that dream life. However, what could be the problem is not having the right kind of attitude. You may want to explore changing your mindset and see if that doesn’t result in the changes you need for the better. The first step is to figure out if your attitude could use some adjusting. Do you find people trying to avoid you? Do you find that you get set ..read more

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes, 37 seconds Becoming More Deliberate with Guided-Meditation in Daily Life This guide is comprised of 4 sections to help guide your mediation that best suits your needs truly. Meditating on Slowing Down 1. Create a peaceful setting. You can create a serene meditation space wherever you live. Pick a corner in your bedroom or living room. Clear away clutter and put down a cushion or chair. Light a candle or burn incense. 2. Relax your body. Take deep breaths. Scan your body from head to foot. Sit up straight. Lower your shoulders and loosen any tension spots. Cl ..read more