For as long as I can remember, I was told like so many other young girls to be nice and share with others. As a girl, I was raised that showing consideration for others and putting them first was paramount to be accepted by God and community. I was taught God first, family second, neighbor third,...

The month of February is celebrated for many reasons, but one of the most popular, is it is considered the month of love. Lovers around the world celebrate Valentine’s Day with romantic dinners, red roses, chocolates, champagne, and notes of professed love and affection. Many relationships...

Have you ever experienced soul-crushing anxiety that grips you with paralyzing fear?

It doesn’t matter what continent you live in. It doesn't matter how much money or how little money you have. It doesn’t matter whether you were born rich or poor. It doesn’t matter what...

It is no surprise that loving yourself makes you stronger and happier. You're more likely to put forth the effort to reach your goals when you appreciate your value. You're bound to feel more content because you'll treat yourself with compassion and respect and seek out others who will do the...

The fast-paced, hectic world we live in is fraught with situations that can cause us to feel an unhealthy amount of stress. This stress sometimes develops into, or manifests itself as, worries and fears, leading to feelings of anxiety. Have you fallen into this frustrating path?

If so,...

Have you been wondering how to overcome anxiety? Anxious thoughts, fears, and worries invade the lives of many people on a daily basis. Chances are they've invaded your life as well.

Anxiety is often a result of fears that you may have about uncertain situations, places, and even people in...

Do you find it difficult to be assertive and say "no" to people's requests? Especially our loved ones and people we respect. Since, there just aren't enough hours in the day to appease everyone, the art of saying "no" without hurting the feelings of others is an important skill to acquire.

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If you’re like most people, you probably do a pretty good job of caring for the most important people in your life. However, you probably forget the most important person: You.

The better care you take of yourself, the better you’ll be able to care for others.

Taking...

Accepting yourself is the first step to building self-esteem. It's not possible to feel positive about yourself if you can't even accept yourself. Self-acceptance is the level of happiness and satisfaction you have with yourself.

Many mental health professionals believe that...

Between work, home, and social responsibilities, do you often feel that all your time is spent taking care of others? Neglecting self-care is easy in a busy world, but the consequences can be serious. Adding self-care practices to your daily routine can greatly strengthen your health and...

The biggest roadblock to happiness is you.

External obstacles can be removed, but if it’s you yourself who’s blocking the road, then it’s going to be so much harder for you to succeed. In this article, you’re going to learn of 7 mental blocks you need to get rid of...

Loving yourself makes you stronger and happier. You're more likely to put forth the effort to reach your goals when you appreciate your value. You're bound to feel more content because you'll treat yourself with compassion and respect, and seek out others who will do the same.

Instead of...