How to become a happier and better person? Personal development tips and techniques to improve your personality traits and change your attitude.
Many of us sometimes feel a bit lost. We can be paralyzed by decisions and end up feeling emotionally numb. Do you ever feel like you need to reconnect with some inner compass? The answer could be found in developing practical wisdom. But what exactly is practical wisdom? In this…
We are all inclined to believe we know and understand more than we know. However, as the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was well aware, what we think we know is not really knowledge at all. We may well want to cling stubbornly to our beliefs and believe we are more…
Just as there are many forms of communication, there are different types of listening, and it's important to recognize each of them. When we talk about people who are good communicators, it's mainly that they are good listeners. The ability to actively listen to another person is one of the…
When you have a lack of self-awareness, you might feel a sense of inner chaos. You won’t know why you do the things you do, or what motivates you to do them. You just flow through life with no real direction. Self-awareness is all about knowing yourself. If you are…
Optimism isn't always the easiest way to approach life, but is realistic optimism more ideal? We would all love to be as optimistic as possible all the time. Unfortunately, this will not be the case - and that's ok. It's fine to acknowledge that things aren't always going to go…
Having a charismatic personality means understanding the delicate balance between confidence and humility. Everyone enjoys the company of such a person. One of the best traits to have is charisma. While it might not be easy to understand by many people, for those who get it, it’s invaluable. Finding a…
Never have our lives been so unusual. We are truly living in unprecedented times and honestly, it feels a little like everything is falling apart. We’ve lost our jobs, our incomes, and our security. Our friends and family are being forced to stay away. Nothing feels all that great right…
Stop telling people that everything is going to be fine. Sometimes it isn’t, and this is where defensive pessimism helps us cope with that fact. Not everything in the world goes according to plan. Some things go terribly wrong. For optimists, this can be devastating. You see, optimistic people, while…
Emotional awareness - or emotional intelligence - will not only connect you better to others but also to yourself. The ability to be aware of the emotions of others can go a long way in creating better connections. Being able to empathize with another person is at the cornerstone of…
It’s not always easy shaking the mindset of feeling trapped. You must learn how to free yourself from the stuck places in life and in your mind. What Is Feeling Trapped in Life Like? Have you ever felt stuck? It’s a strange feeling that comes when life seems to repeat…
