We all know the phrase from the Declaration of Independence: “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” But what does that really mean today — in the middle of deadlines, bills, social pressures, and everyday chaos? The truth is, happiness doesn’t magically appear. It’s something we build — moment by moment…
Posts tagged as “self love”
Spring is here. Like me, maybe you are considering starting a garden. I came across something online that led me down the rabbit hole of researching what vegetables grow best in my climate, and which ones are easy to grow. I must remember not to ignore the weeds. The thought and…
Breaking up with someone you love is a complicated process and can be messy especially if it is a toxic friendship. But what’s more difficult to figure out is ending a friendship. When you consider the amount of history both of you share, you might feel tempted to stay put in…
Many people confuse fulfillment with happiness. While the two share many common traits, they’re quite different. The biggest difference is that you can be happy because of something that happened at the moment. But, overall, you still feel like you’re leading a life without meaning or purpose, and, hence, no fulfillment.…
When you boost your confidence you see life in a more positive light, naturally leading to less stress and the ability to recognize beneficial opportunities. Would you agree if I said that life is stressful regardless of who you are, where you live, and what career you’ve chosen? Even the most…
Don’t stop believing in yourself, no matter what happens. We begin to form our sense of self and our own values from the time we are very young. If you were lucky enough to grow up with loving parents, then most likely your mom, your dad, your teachers in schools, and…
As humans, we are wired to seek validation from others and when we get it, we feel good. But for some people, it feels so good that they develop approval addiction. Instead of finding motivation from within, they constantly look for others’ approval. If you can’t find motivation without someone else’s…