Unlock your hidden creative powers with personal development — Maybe, like me, you’ve been stuck in a creative rut sometimes. I’ve found plenty of creativity-boosting tips and tricks, but none have ever mentioned the vital link between self-belief and creativity. So could it be that the connection between innovation and feeling good about yourself is worth more investigation? I…

Here’s what they can do and why we can’t get enough of them — “Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.” — Rudyard Kipling. This Kipling quote highlights the incredible power of quotes and how they impact our moods, behaviors, and thoughts. Like cocaine or caffeine, words can change how we feel and act. Quotes shrink big ideas, laying bare…

The cons of internet usage when writing surprises me — Imagine this: I’ve gone offline countless times before. I mean, I do it each night when I slip into a peaceful slumber for hours on end. So, why did being disconnected for a few hours this morning turn my world upside down? As a writer, I am taken aback by…

‘Should’ is a mental construct holding you back — It’s Sunday morning, and I sit at my keyboard, thinking about everything I should do. I should clean the attic, weed the garden, and write a new book. Then again, perhaps I should think of something else. An activity to help others? I should phone a sick friend and offer…

Design your outfit with this science-backed self-improvement tip — Dopamine dressing, a popular fashion trend, is about choosing an outfit to boost your mood. It entails carefully selecting clothing to encourage the emotions that matter to you most. Usually, you may dress to suit daily activities or grab the nearest clothes off the hanger. However, favoring comfort and mental…

It’s time you recognize you are more than enough — Do you ever ask the question, “am I enough?” If you answered “yes,” you’re not alone. Many people struggle to find peace with themselves when contemplating their worthiness. But you can learn to accept yourself and even appreciate your uniqueness if you delve deeper into why self-doubt affects so many…

Otherwise, you’ll keep facing a brick wall that blocks understanding — Mastering your internal voice isn’t optional if you want to expand your awareness and increase mental health. You’d be wise to learn how to understand the wisdom of self-talk for a poignant reason: Getting a handle on your motivations for acting as you do can be the difference between recognizing…

You can take positive steps toward better wellbeing — Anxiety, that unpleasant sensation of unease, arises when we are fearful. Sometimes, it stems from worry about an upcoming event, the type most people would expect to feel anxious about, like giving a talk in public for the first time or dating someone new. At other times, the onset of…

Whether your relationship survives depends on several factors — There’s a good chance you and your partner were a reasonably even match when you first met. You enjoyed plenty of similar activities and subjects and understood each other. Perhaps you shared an equivalent level of emotional understanding and comprehension of human nature. Over time, though, doubtless, you’ve expanded your…