On the internet, we are often exposed to extreme opinions, which can distort our view of the world. A warped perception can make it seem the world is full of mean, self-absorbed people. Let’s not forget that kind, well-meaning people exist too. “Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are
Do you ever feel like you just can’t relax? You know you should. But there just doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day. Life is hectic, right? For high-performers and busy-bodies, it can be challenging to find “down time.” Then, there’s all this evidence that you should have downtime, which only adds to
Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when every fiber of your being is whispering no? Maybe it’s a favor you don’t have time for. A meeting you didn’t want to join. A commitment you’re too tired to keep, but you smile and agree anyway. Because… you don’t want to let anyone down. It seems
“Jerry, there is some bad in the best of people and some good in the worst of people. Look for the good!” ~George Chaky, my grandfather I was seven when he said that to me. It would later become a guiding principle in my life. My grandfather was twenty-one when he came to the US
My electric toothbrush has seen it all. I usually look in the mirror when I’m brushing my teeth, and for a while last fall, I often cried when I stared into my own eyes. I did my best to hold it together in front of my sons—most of the time, anyway. But the mask often
Most of us have experienced anxiety at least once. That could have been before walking up to talk to someone, an interview or a presentation. Sometimes just thinking of your responsibilities and to-do list can trigger anxiety. Sadly, in most cases, the more anxious we are, the worse we perform. Dealing with anxiety can be
Learning, studying for exams, or studying, in general, is not only about memorizing and retaining information. You also don’t have to be in school to be learning or studying something! Many people take on new languages, workshops, challenging booklists, or simply want to immerse themselves in new and interesting subjects such as history, yoga, psychology,
“The only people who get upset when you set boundaries are the ones who benefited from you having none.” ~Unknown For most of my life, I lived with a quiet ache, a longing I couldn’t quite name but always felt. I wanted to be chosen. Not just liked or tolerated, but fully seen, wanted, and
Are you taking care of yourself? Are you sure? Many people tend to take care of others and neglect taking time to care for themselves on a regular basis. You might think you are doing this, but take some time to really think about it. When is the last time you took a whole day
“Emotions are not problems to be solved. They are signals to be felt.” ~Vironika Tugaleva We’ve been taught to package our emotions like fast food—served quick, tidy, and with a smile. Americanized feelings. Digestible. Non-threatening. Always paired with productivity. If you’re sad, journal it. If you’re angry, regulate it. If you’re overwhelmed, fix it with