Creative fiction about a magical yet ordinary stroll — The old man loiters in the dark to gaze at the moon. “There she is” he murmurs as I walk by with my dog — our last stroll before bed — “an ever-blazing pearl in a sea of stars.” Copernicus and I stop to raise our eyes. His nose lists…

Being here now isn’t so bad — I had an epiphany out of the blue this morning. As I lifted a hot cup of tea to my lips, it occurred to me I carry out this action over a thousand times a year. …

And Love Yourself Instead — “A man cannot be comfortable without his own approval.” Mark Twain Twain’s observation makes sense. If you disapprove of yourself, no one else’s positivity about you will affect your self-regard. Similarly, if you don’t have self-compassion and love yourself unconditionally, no one else’s love…

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. …

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 causing judgment and guilt, and it’s 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…