Self Improvement and Personal Development
Articles on self-improvement and personal development, and on how to improve yourself and your habits.
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A big part of spirituality – and my own spiritual practice and teaching – has to do with living in the present moment. That’s because it is a crucial element of true happiness. And yet, so many people are living in the past. You may not even realize when you …
Why do we do things that cause us harm? We’re pretty rational beings. We want to be happy and healthy. All are wired to live, survive, and thrive. We know better. Yet, we continue to overeat, smoke, drink excessively, shop compulsively and engage in a variety of other activities that …
Most of the events of our lives are shaped by our thoughts, attitudes, and expectations. If your life doesn’t change or improve, you are not changing your thoughts, attitude, and expectations. It is like playing the same movie in your mind, over and again, and enacting it in your real …
Is it necessary to control anger? The answer is no! Controlling anger is not the best option, and repressing it is also not a good solution. Confused? I will make this clearer. When you are angry, and you try to control the anger, one or more things might happen: You …
Bridge from Ting on Vimeo. Source: Vimeo, Music by Greg Gauba. ‘Bridge’ is an entertaining video with a moral behind it. It is a visual story about four animals trying to cross a bridge. The bridge is narrow, so only one can pass, and the other has to make way …
Do you want to improve the quality of your life? Most people wish to improve the quality of their lives, earn more money, get a better job, have a good house, or find love. Many just daydream about a better and happier life but do nothing about it. Some try …
I’m sure you’ve heard the old saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” However, according to book publishers, that is exactly what we do. Book publishers will tell you that your cover design is one of the most important decisions you can make when creating a book. The reason …
Can you improve your life? Can you achieve success? Do all the books, courses, webinars, and workshops on self-improvement, personal growth, and success really help? Yes, they do help, but not always, and not all people benefit from them equally. Do you spend a lot of money on books, courses, …
What are Worries? Here are a few short definitions of what worry is. Expectation of failure and problems. Thoughts about fears. Thoughts about what might happen if… A useless mental activity that wastes your time and energy. Occupying your mind with negative thoughts. Thinking what people might say about you. …
Forgiveness is a profound act that liberates the mind and soul from the shackles of resentment and anger. It involves releasing negative emotions associated with past events or individuals who have caused harm, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Displaying forgiveness leads to inner peace, emotional healing, and improved relationships. The Importance …