I’ll never forget the first day that I walked into the art class at university only to be cross-examined by the very artistic lecturer. She quizzed me about where I was from and my life experience, and then she shook her head and told me bluntly that I wouldn’t be able to make art. Close … Read more
Do you think you have anger issues? Do you ever find that you can’t control your emotions? If so, then you might want to take an anger issues test to determine whether or not you need to undergo anger management treatment. Anger is a healthy emotion, but it becomes unhealthy and toxic if it starts … Read more
Are you tired of thinking “I’m not good enough,” “I can’t apply for that promotion because I’m not management material,” or “The attractive person on the 5th floor wouldn’t want to date someone like me”? These are all limiting beliefs: They limit you in some way. But I’ve got good news for you. It’s time … Read more
One of the most significant phenomena we question in life is finding out exactly who we are as a person and what our purpose is. Unfortunately, we are unfairly asked to figure all of this out by the time we graduate high school at 17 or 18 years old. However, in reality, many individuals in … Read more
Recognizing and identifying one’s emotions is one of the best life skills you can have. Thus, teaching children as early as possible how to identify and express their emotions is an essential part of their growth and development. Asking them every day about how they feel is a crucial tool for improving their emotional intelligence. … Read more
As a child, there were a few celebrities I imagined being. I could see myself performing on stage like Janet Jackson, especially after Rhythm Nation hit. I could see myself in one of Arnold Swarzenegger’s action films mouthing off one-liners to match his. Many of us have had similar experiences. We’ve all looked up to … Read more
Have you ever been so embarrassed that you wanted to hide? Do you cringe inwardly when you think about something embarrassing that you said or did? Learning how to get over embarrassment can help you continue working to be the best version of yourself. We’ve all been there. Lucky for me, I’ve figured out ways … Read more
Are you having more good days than bad days? If you want to make sure, it is probably time you consider adding a mood tracker to your journal. Bullet journaling is pretty popular. In fact, you are probably reading this page because you are a bullet journalist yourself. This type of journaling provides a more … Read more
How often have you heard someone talk about someone they know having low self-esteem? This is often said about people in abusive situations, people suffering from addictions, and those who are victims of bullying. Low self-esteem has been mentioned as an indicator of people not having the courage to follow their dreams or even enjoying … Read more
Let me guess, you find yourself often asking the question, “Why can I not do anything right?” Maybe you don’t like what you see in the mirror and feel others aren’t impressed either. Or perhaps you’re a perfectionist? I know how it feels to have low self-esteem and live daily with insecurities. There are several … Read more