Being defensive is usually a less than optimal way of responding. Being defensive serves to escalate the situation and create further barriers to meaningful communication. Whether something was said to you in spite, or you merely misinterpreted a comment, avoiding an aggressive response is often more prudent. Discover some ways to stop being so defensive:…
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Invest in Yourself and Enjoy the Difference You spend time and money keeping your car in good shape, but what about your body? You do things for your children, but what about yourself? Why not spend some time, money, and effort on yourself? There’s a lot you can do to invest in yourself. See how…
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Have you ever been a victim of stage fright? You were beyond prepared for your speech or performance, yet nothing came out of your mouth. You now feel devastated because of that embarrassing experience! Luckily, it really isn’t the end of the world. Your imperfection just means you’re human. You can move past such an…
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If you have a fear of flying, you’re not alone. Estimates about the number of people who are afraid of flying vary quite a bit. A poll conducted by Newsweek magazine back in 1999 reported that 50% of the adults they surveyed were frightened, at least some of the time, when flying on commercial airlines.…
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Surely you procrastinate at one time or another – or maybe all the time. Even if you’re one of those unusual folks who only procrastinate occasionally, you’ll find some helpful hints here for managing this habit. Getting your tasks completed on time is a sign that you have control over yourself and your life. You’ll…
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The term body shaming is quite self explanatory (body and shame). It indicates an attitude of derision, humiliation and offense towards someone’s physical appearance. One can perform body shaming both on themselves, if compared with others, and on other people, criticizing their physical appearance. Western societies typically overvalue physical beauty and external appearance. These cultures, consider physically…
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Maintaining a positive attitude provides the best opportunity to find a solution. If you’re forced to deal with a negative situation, why not do it with a smile? Use these strategies to keep a level head when everything is going wrong: Find a way to learn from the challenge. Challenging times can be excellent learning opportunities.…
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Stress is a natural part of life, it’s part of human nature. It’s our body’s response to pressure, it’s an alarm, a call to action. However, sometimes, especially in times of uncertainty like the current one, stress and anxiety can take over our lives and if we don’t take the situation seriously, it can become…
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Perfectionism is a myth. In fact, despite appearances, it prevents us from growing and improving. On the contrary, we must be vulnerable if we want to raise. Perfectionism is a self-distructive concept because: It does not exist. No matter how hard you try, you cannot reach perfection. You’re human, you are not supposed to be…
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Even though life can be a fantastic ride, sometimes it can also knock the wind out ofyour sails. When tough times trigger your insecurities, you can discover an innerstrength that will get you through practically anything. Try these ideas to get started: Reflect on the tough times you’ve had before. Ask yourself how you got…
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