With the events of 2020, it sometimes feels like gratefulness and gratitude took a back seat to survivability for many. If you lost a job, can’t pay your bills, or visited a food bank for the first time in your life, the entire experience might not feel like a joyous moment. A simple shift of […]
Author: Tiffany Grant
Why Do We Make Bad Decisions?
It would be fair to say that most people don’t purposely make bad decisions. When poor choices happen, it is usually due to several circumstances coming together simultaneously to create an adverse life event. We must also consider our circumstances. The average person has about 20,000 thoughts and 2,000 decisions that get made each hour. […]
Self-Worth Exercises to Try Each Day
It is not unusual for people to feel moments of uncertainty and doubt. Even confident individuals have moments when they second-guess their situation or think of themselves as a failure. These moments don’t define who you are. It’s part of the human experience. When you feel a negative self-worth approach frequently, your responses can get […]
How to Get Rid of Bad Thoughts
Negative thoughts can be enormously destructive. These ideas could cause you to spiral toward depression, adversely impact your self-esteem, and make you believe that you’re worthless. Although some people think you can wish bad thoughts away, it isn’t always that easy to do. It would help if you built a strong foundation to use to […]
Tips for Singles Trying to Survive Valentine’s Day
February is the worst time of year for anyone who is single and actively looking to develop a relationship. Walking into any store bombards you with love messages, balloons, expensive flowers, and questions about when you’ll finally meet someone. Surviving Valentine’s Day isn’t always easy, but it is possible when you can take these steps […]
How Art Works as a Form of Meditation
When someone meditates, they concentrate on a specific focus item. Many people choose to review their deep breathing because the physical processes deliver more oxygen and energy to the body. You could choose a candle flame, a particular sound in your environment, or a specific sensation. Some people go in a different direction. They choose […]
Best Wellness Practices to Undo Holiday Stress
When life gets busy, our wellness practices can take a hit. We compromise on the things we know we should do because the achievable outcomes feel worthwhile. The truth about stress is that it won’t go away by itself. You need coping mechanisms to get the results you want. When the holidays come around, it […]
Why Does Self-Discipline Often Lead to Happiness?
Let’s talk about your morning routine for a moment. After you get out of bed, you might make a quick bathroom run before grabbing some breakfast. Do you get a bowl of cereal, or is it a full meal with eggs, bacon, and toast? Do you settle for taking items from Quality of Life or […]
Activities that Lonely People Can Participate in to Make Friends Quickly
Families had the benefit of being with each other during the coronavirus lockdowns and COVID-19 social distancing restrictions. Singles got the short end of that stick. Being stuck in an apartment, condo, or house alone was a devastating experience for many. Although tools like Zoom and video chats were helpful, it isn’t the same as […]
When You Make a Decision, You Should Stick With It
How many fathers have you heard say, “Make a decision and stick with it,” when providing advice to their children? It is a common lesson taught in today’s world. When your word is your bond, it is much easier to develop trust with others. This process creates consistency and predictability, enabling people to know what […]