If you feel like you don’t matter, first, you’re not alone. I think we all have these feelings from time to time. We are individuals, and we struggle with various things, be it depression or just a small amount of stress. However, there are times when the dark seems a…
Is it a running joke that your friends found you intimidating before they got to know you? You might be intimidating people more than you realize. An intimidating personality is not inherently a bad thing. It’s not that you’re meaning to be aggressive, some people just find certain traits more…
Although someone may seem like a confident individual, they could be hidden behind their insecurities. But how can you tell? It’s not always obvious when someone is deeply insecure. On the other hand, the person you call insecure may not be that way at all. Security and insecurity can be…
Do you know who you are? Yes, I’m sure you know your name, age, and many other things. But do you know your inner identity? Knowing who you are and where you’re from is one thing, but understanding your identity apart from anyone else can be difficult. You may not…
Do you know how to speak up for yourself? I mean when the conflicts get tough and complicated, can you stand firm and hold your head up high? If you’re not careful, the world can plow you under, making you become a pushover to other people with strengths and goals.…
The path of a people pleaser is a difficult road. No matter what anyone asks of you and no matter how badly your inner voice screams out no, your default and automatic response will always be a yes. You know you have just signed yourself up for chaos and havoc,…
Self-assurance means being confident in your personality traits and abilities. It is one of the most powerful qualities to have, and yet, too many people lack a belief in their own abilities. Fortunately, it is possible to build it. Some people are just born with natural skills and abilities that…
Are you feeling defeated? I mean, are you totally and absolutely discouraged about life? If so, know this: you’re not alone. If you’re overwhelmed, take heart, there are many other people who feel this way too. Considering the world is in turmoil right now, you’re probably hanging on pretty well.…
As much as confidence is an admirable characteristic, how close do we come to crossing the line into something less aspirational? Let's consider confidence vs arrogance, and how to make sure we come down on the right side of these most similar - and yet starkly contrasting - traits. Confidence…
People often say that solo travel is something that everyone should do at least once in their life. This is absolutely true. There is a unique and liberating feeling that comes with traversing the globe on your own. Solo travel can have many personal and long-lasting benefits as well as…
