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10 Travel Movies To Make You Feel Worlds Away From Home
Image The COVID-19 pandemic has left most of us stuck at home for the last few months. Depending on where you live and your circumstances, it may be a while before you go on holiday. That means you’ll need to find another way to escape from your usual surroundings. If you’ve got a Netflix subscription or a DVD player, you might find the answer in the form of a film. Movies have the power to transport us all to a different place. Watching a good travel movie during the lockdown might just be what you need to go on a journey. Read on as we list our ten favorite travel movies of all time. Read more
The Psychology of Small Space Living Trend
Diminutive dwellings are all the rage right now. Thanks to the tiny home movement, we’re seeing more people following the motto “less is more” and moving to smaller abodes. Aside from numerous financial and environmental benefits, choosing to live in teensy living quarters brings many psychological benefits as well. Let’s take a look at the psychology behind the small space living trend and what makes it so appealing. Read more
How To Find Peace Of Mind During A Global Pandemic
The phrase global pandemic sounds like something out of a post-apocalyptic Sci-Fi movie with a 3/10 IMDb rating. Still, in 2020, we actually witnessed a global pandemic - it was everything like it is in the movies and worse. We have witnessed the swift appearance of damages to the economy, decreased political stability and many other difficulties that follow social turmoil. Read more
10 Travel Tips for First-Time Travelers
Image Source Fear, Excitement, Hope. Traveling for the very first time can offer a wave of contradictory emotions. A big sign is likely to hang over a first-time traveler’s head reading, “I have the least idea about what I am doing.” It is quite possible to feel daunted at the idea of seeing the world. But no need to worry. You are not the only one. Fortunately, a bit of knowledge works here, mainly for the ones starting for the first time. Your first trip ever does not need to be confusing and scary. Go through the 10 travel tips for first-time travelers below and turn your trip into the most exciting one while... Read more
7 Ways To Safeguard Your Family
We know that the current economy is not favorable. There is every reason to think about the future. Although we all need to survive in the present, it is necessary to think about the future as well. Investing for your family's future is a mandatory step to ensuring that they live comfortably in the days to come. Read more
How to Improve Your Spiritual Health for a Better Personality
Spiritual Health & Personality We currently live in a world where physical fitness and wellbeing are being pursued and pushed in all forms of our private and professional lives. However, the world around us is also slowly and gradually waking up to spiritual needs as well. Spiritual health is most often concerned with bringing inner peace into one’s life. Read more
19 Ways to Boost Your Energy Levels, According to Science
The relationship between energy and the mind is an intricate one thing is for certain: the way we think and act in life has an impact on our energy levels and vice versa. Boosting energy levels is not as simple as eating an energy bar or buying a talisman. Luckily, we offer you 19 ways scientists agree you can significantly increase your energy levels. Read more
15 Ways To Be Constantly Improving Your Destiny
To be honest, if you want to improve your destiny, the basic thing you should do is to be highest-level moral good. However, there are still some secondary methods, namely the non-moral good behavior ( the behavior that can improve the living of the people). Only combining these two methods can substantially improve the destiny. The methods you can employ to improve your destiny are as follows: Read more
How Well Do we Know Ourselves?
We like to believe that we have a good idea of who we are but do we really? I mean when was the last time you took time to actually contemplate your life?…. We currently live in a society with many advantages which our parents and granparents could only have dreamt of. Many of the things we now enjoy, back in their time would have seemed like science fiction. Technology has really taken off and in many ways has made our lives easier to handle, however with it the competitive dynamic by which most of us now live has increased. This is even more apparent in the west, I am referring to... Read more
Adventures In Identity
How do we explain ourselves to someone else? When do we feel that’s necessary? I think the desire to be understood is a widespread thing and a basic human concern – many of us want the reassurance of making sense to someone else. It’s interesting to ask on what terms we do that. What are the most important things you want someone else to understand about you? How would you share that? Read more
Embracing Your Age
Tomorrow is my 40th birthday; I can’t believe how quickly time has gone by. To be honest, there was a time I thought I would be terrified at the idea of turning 40. Maybe I felt that way because when we are young we tend to put so much emphasis on staying young; maybe it is because more and more older women seem to act terrified at the process of aging. Read more
Tools for Spiritual Help and Healing
Spiritually, there are tons of tools available today that are there for healing purposes. The growth and expansion that these tools and devices offer a bridging element to the souls. Many institutions are available today for such help and are a great way to deal with such happenings. Faith is interrelated with your actions and gives way to a miraculous experience. Investing your trust in a good cause can increase the possibility of it. It is a theory that has a scientific backup as well. There are tons of tools that help us reach such a contented and peaceful state, along with the happy and prosperous elements in our life. It... Read more
Coronavirus: How to Choose the Best Online Music Lessons
The coronavirus has stopped a lot of potential activities that people are thinking of. A lot of us are looking forward to something for this season. Suddenly, the coronavirus redirected us to a stagnant position. However, you do not really have to keep it that way. If you are looking forward to learning music, you can always do it online. Read more
Tantric Alchemy
Tantra is know by millions of people for its sexual positions but rarely do people actually understand its origins, its psychology or its benefits. Most people miss on what Tantra really is and how it can help their lives if they were to dive into it with respect and reverence for this ancient practice. It is just as important; if being mentored; to have a guide who understands what Tantra really is, as there are too many practitioners out there who erroneously teach sexology and call it Tantra; worst yet, they teach depravity and call it “Dark Tantra”. In the past I have written about the origins of Tantra and what it is.... Read more
7 Little Habits That Make a Huge Difference for Your Health and Peace of Mind
Every now and then, we start looking for ways to change our lives in major ways, because we want to see drastic improvements in as little time as possible. This is an attitude often perpetuated by the media with so many trends and health fads popping up everywhere, pushing us to believe that we need that new diet or that new exercise routine to genuinely improve ourselves. The simple truth is, a little can often go a longer way than any of those extreme changes, and all of those little steps of change are firmly within our grasp right now. Read more
Impacts of Spirituality On Your Work Performance
Human beings are more inclined towards materialistic and physical aspects of this life. They are so much engrossed in this worldly life and earning money that they are least bothered about their afterlife. Very few people we find today, give importance to the spirituality in their everyday life. Being human, we look for happiness and peace among people or places, and ignore the fact that true happiness lies in feeding your spirit, enriching your spiritual life. Read more
How Mindfulness & Make-Up Go Hand In Hand
Believe it or not, but mindfulness and make-up have a lot more in common than you think. Many people find the process of putting on make-up very therapeutic and relaxing. Some even use that time to meditate and connect with their inner self. Whatever it is, these two do really go hand in hand for several reasons. Read more
How To Find The Perfect Work-Life Balance
To have work-life balance is to have an equilibrium between working hours and personal life. Work-life balance does not necessarily mean the reduction of working hours; it is about giving the same level of importance to your mental and physical health. Some people solely focus on having a successful career, and hanging out with family and friends or going for a walk in a park is neglected. They do not realize that having an imbalanced lifestyle increases stress levels, which eventually hinders career productivity. Read more
6 Advantages of Watching Movies with Your Family
Watching movies with your family is an excellent way to spend some quality time together. There are many reasons why you should try to make this a habit and grasp all the benefits of this beautiful experience. Going to the cinema isn’t the only way to watch movies with your family, although it can be pretty good. Your home is the ideal place as well and you have to admit that watching movies together in the comfort of your own home is priceless. After all, is there a better way to enjoy your brand new home theater with ultra-compact 5.1 surround speakers with a wireless subwoofer. Read more
5 Ways to Show Affection During the Isolation
The pandemic has placed most of the world in quarantine, with people selflessly and responsibly self-isolating to prevent the spread of coronavirus COVID-19. This isolation presents a problem in itself since humans depend on social connections to feel accepted and well, especially when it comes to loved ones. Many are away from friends and families, some are living alone, some are single parents or just single. There are even people living abroad or stranded there with no means of returning to their home countries at the moment. Read more
4 Ways to Create a Peaceful Oasis in Your Life
Nowadays, people live in a fast-moving world where things change rapidly and your job is to keep up with those changes. In today’s modern society most people often rush to do and finish obligatory tasks, they often spend more time travelling to and from work rather than spending that time with their families or with the ones they love. On the surface, it seems that a modern man is given everything – living in a technologically advanced world a modern man can enjoy things and benefits that people living 60-70 years ago could not even imagine. He has more opportunities and more freedom than in the past, but unfortunately, he has... Read more
How Late Can You Play Loud Music at Night?
There is nothing wrong with playing music, right? However, at the same time you have the right to be protected by being disturbed by loud music or noise when you want to rest. If you like listening to loud music and you don’t want to have trouble with the authorities and your neighbors at first place, you can easily apply some soundproofing techniques to the place you live. As a result, everyone will be happy. Read more
Effects of Listening to Music While Sleeping - Is It Bad?
One of the questions most people ask these days is whether listening to music while sleeping is good or bad. Well, based on some studies it is good to listen to music while sleeping and there are numerous positive effects of it - both physical and emotional. It definitely helps you fall asleep and helps you deal with insomnia. Additionally, it can block some unwanted noise at night, like the road noise for example. Read more
Planning to Buy an Estate and Protecting Your Family
Some subjects, no matter how uncomfortable they could be, shouldn't be neglected. One such topic is the one of estate planning. There are a few factors that should be prioritized when it comes to estate planning. Those are your needs, your goals, and your family’s situation. If you manage to plan the estate perfectly according to all of these factors, you’ll manage to protect your family in the process. Since that is your priority, make sure to consider these strategies that could help you realize your plan. Read more
8 Ways to Improve Practicing Your Music Instrument Effectively
Playing a musical instrument is a perfect way to boost your creativity. However, if you are not ready to spend hours and hours to practice that same instrument and do your best then you are wasting your time. On the other hand, if you are ready to stay organized all the time, do your warm-ups and cool downs, and simply devote yourself to the goal of learning to play that instrument you are on the way to become a true musician. Read more
Discovering the Joy of Learning: Help Your Child Develop a Versatile Personality
The journey of learning begins long before we’re born, and it’s a process that continues even when we are well into old age. This is why instilling the love of learning from a young age is crucial, and fortunately for parents, there are a number of ways they can do that and set their child up for success. Here are five different ways you, as a parent, can kindle your child’s motivation and enthusiasm for learning. Read more
Heal the Planet, Heal Yourself - 5 Ways to Be Kind to The World Around You
There is so much that we receive from Mother Earth every day, and she never seems to be asking for anything in return. But instead of showing gratitude and respect, we have managed to find new and innovative ways to destroy our natural habitats, endanger forests and animals, and even create environmental crises that are affecting our wellbeing. Read more
5 Tips to Calm Your Nerves and Increase Your Confidence Behind the Wheel
Driving in the midst of the rush hour can be extremely unnerving. Being alert and completely focused sometimes just isn’t enough, since you always have to take into consideration the fact that other drivers may not be as attentive as you. Plus, if you’re worried about your driving skills and the traffic jams make you uneasy, you might end up lacking confidence when behind the wheel. If this is something you’re struggling with, here are some excellent tips for you to stay calm and boost your confidence while driving. Read more
Body and Mind: 7 Ways to Clear Your Mind so You Can Care for Your Body
Finding the time to clear out our minds and thus take care of our bodies is imperative in today’s world. If we fail to neglect one or the other, we risk being overwhelmed, stressed, unhappy and ultimately not healthy. Dare to clear your mind right and om your body. Read more
Natural Ways to Build a Strong Mind and Lean Body
At a certain point, most of us start feeling tired regardless of what we do. We wake up tired, go to bed exhausted and often can’t sleep. Luckily, feeling better is not impossible but it will require certain lifestyle changes. There are many approaches we can take to get that mental and physical boost that we need in order to improve our wellbeing. Listed below are some natural ways how you can build a lean body and a strong mind to begin making the most of your everyday life. Take a look. Read more
Thoughtful Gifting For A Spiritual Loved One
If you have a friend or loved one who enjoys delving into spiritual matters, finding the perfect gift for them may seem like a breeze – but in fact, it may be a bit more complex than it appears. This is because there are so many realms of spirituality. Therefore, everything from a Reiki treatment to a healing crystal, or a book on spirituality springs to mind. The best-selling book, The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman, hones in one one important truth when it comes to expressions of love such as gifts: there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Finding the right way to give love depends on the recipient’s idea of the perfect... Read more
4 Ways Your Decor is Affecting Your Emotional Wellbeing
Interior design is something that reaches beyond simple colours and furniture patterns. It delves deep into our psychology to make a room impact our wellbeing. This is something worth keeping in mind when choosing your home’s décor. To make sure your home provides you with the most optimal environment to relax and stay productive, you need to utilize some common décor rules. If you’re unsure where to start, these are some great examples of how décor will affect your emotional wellbeing. Read more
Are We Smart Enough?: Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences and Education Theory
This article was inspired by a conversation I recently had with two caring educators from my daughter’s school. I’ve always been of the strong belief that in order to properly educate young minds, there has to be more than just reciting of theory but a deep desire to make an actual impact on a person’s life and to awaken the spirit of the young towards discovering their own potential. Read more
The Incredible Symbolism Of Traditional Tattoos
Almost a quarter of Canadians have a tattoo, and traditional designs are a common sight across the country. Tattoos are no longer considered a sign of rebellion; instead they are a way of expressing ourselves and our spiritual beliefs through personal art. We use them to celebrate our feelings about life, love and the strange world that we live in. Traditional tattoos are more than visual representations of swallows and anchors: these striking images have an incredible symbolism. If you'are planning to get a tattoo, you can choose a traditional design that really means something on a spiritual level. Read more
Keep Your Relationship Healthy: Simple Ways to Make it Work
Relationships offer people warmth, security and plenty of fun, but they are not always easy. Sometimes, you need to invest a lot of work in order to make a relationship last, even if you really love each other. Luckily, the work on your relationship isn’t too hard or time-consuming. There are truly countless ways you can show your partner you care about them and about the life you created together. Need some ideas? Here are a few simple ways you can keep your relationship healthy and strong. Read more
5 Ways to De-Stress After Work
When you're stressed at work, it's easy to take that stress home with you and see the effects on both yourself and those you love. But once we leave the office, a signal should go off to our brains that indicates it’s time to de-stress, recover from a long day and not let work-related energies impact our lives outside the office. Like with many things, it’s easier to say stress should be left at the office than to actually ensure your stress doesn’t follow you home. The good news is there are ways to help you leave your stress behind at the office and to enjoy your free time. If you follow... Read more
Try These 6 Activities to Fight Depression
Depression is a serious medical illness. In fact, American Psychiatric Association lists the condition as one of the worst mental illnesses today. The reason being is that the illness “negatively affects” the person’s overall ability and performance. By definition as attested by the same institution, depression or also referred to as major depressive disorder causes feelings of sadness and loss of interests. And based on assertions, there are several factors as to how a person becomes depressed. Read more
6 Simple Daily Habits That Will Bring You Health and Peace
Modern times gave us numerous advantages, but they also came with hectic schedules. The pressure to keep up while juggling between responsibilities can be draining and overwhelming, and with so many things on our minds, it’s easy to start neglecting our health and lose track of what’s really important in life. That’s when we realize we have to make some changes. However, these changes don’t have to be drastic in order to have a significant impact on your life. Even the simplest tweaks can make a world of difference and improve the way you function on a day-to-day basis. Start transforming your life with these six simple daily habits and invite positive... Read more
Stress Management: Activities for Relaxing Your Mind and Body
If your day is filled with meeting work goals, rushing to eat and getting stuck in traffic, it’s natural to feel stressed out and ready to snap. However, don’t just make peace with your negative feelings! You can easily free your mind and body by introducing physical activity into your life. Here are a few exercises you can introduce to your life: Read more
The 3 Things that Matter Most in Life
In the end these things matter most: How well did you love? How fully did you live? How deeply did you let go?” Buddha It can sound morbid but these 3 questions could be what we think of when we are on our deathbed. Imagine being on our deathbeds and regretting that we did not live our lives in line with our priorities. Hence, rather than wait till near the end, let’s think about what things are important to us – today! Read more
5 Relaxing Places You Can Create in Your House
Millions of people live very hectic lives these days, and their busy schedules often don’t leave them much time to relax and unwind. If this is one of your main problems, too, don’t worry at all because we’re here to help you out. Here are five relaxing places you can create in your house without breaking the bank, so check them out and enjoy! Read more
Pitfalls of Freelance You Need to Consider Before Leaving 9-5 Job
Freelancing is not a walk in the park. Ask any freelancer, and you will learn that they are often surprised and screwed by their businesses, especially when starting. In light of these facts, starting a career as a freelancer needs meticulous planning to ensure success and sustainability in the long term. It is particularly necessary since, despite the allure that a freelance job presents, several pitfalls are often overlooked. On that note, before you follow this career path, below are some notable disadvantages of working from home to be wary of. Read more
Top New Year's Resolutions for Health and Happiness in 2020
Most of us would like to believe that entering a new decade means a clean slate, a chance to do some things differently, and overcome our current limitations. Yes, it’s that time of year again, when we face all of our goals and brace ourselves for failing royally at most of them by the time we hit February. Sometimes, these resolutions are unrealistic or not meant to be, but most of the time, we don’t equip ourselves with the right means to reach the end. However, no matter if you’re a new mom, a solopreneur, someone chasing after their dream job, or looking at retirement, there are ways to simplify reaching those... Read more
Tantric Wave Form: Teaching Tantra
A few weeks back I was approached to co-host a one day tantric workshop; at first my excitement and curiosity were peaked however after taking a look at the outline of what the evening would look like, I was severely disappointed. I am aware that the art of teaching Tantra it’s one very few people are actually trained and prepared for; most people who claim to teach Tantra seem to be concerned with enticing rather than uniting mind, body and spirit. On the other hand there are those who have complicated Tantra to a level by which any novice to the subject would find it hard to understand and difficult to relate to;... Read more
8 Best Travel Programs to Enjoy Nature, Help Animals and Fulfill Your Soul
Taking a gap year will offer you the opportunity to gain important life skills and experiences while at the same time a chance to reflect and focus on what your next step is. By having a productive gap year will be great on your CV because many employers know the significance of the experience a person gains while participating in programs. Taking a gap year to enroll in some volunteer programs will help you relate to subjects then you are planning to study. Have no worries admissions tutors know that some students will take time to adjust to studying after they have taken the gap year. Read more
The Practice Of Conscious Change
Most of us prefer to stay in our comfort zone and resist trying something new or making a change. Rather than take a calculated risk we would rather stay where we are because where we are is something we are familiar with. In some cases, possibly many, our present circumstances are not beneficial and may even be painful. Read more
Family Camping: Connect with Your Loved Ones in A Fun Way
In these day and age families are often too busy to spend time together like before. But, that doesn’t mean they’re fractured or in the bring of falling apart, but that each member has their own obligations so when it comes to family time, things often get postponed and then eventually, canceled. But, there are activities that can make the family come together. Some of them require more planning than others, but that doesn’t mean that they are less fun. One of them is a family camping trip as it allows the family to come together and enjoy some time off while also being out of comfort zone. So, for that... Read more
When A Little Goes A Long Way: Kickstart Your Lifestyle For 2020 With These Simple Changes
Are you completely satisfied with yourself and your life at the moment? If the answer is yes, we applaud you. But, there are millions of people around the world craving a change. Some want to work on their looks, some are contemplating a change of career, and some are thinking about redecorating a house. Whatever the reason, the end of a year usually brings the need to look back and to see how we can improve ourselves both on the inside and out. It doesn't require any grandiose transformations. On the contrary, sometimes the smallest changes can make a huge difference in our lifestyle. Here are some useful habits that you can adopt... Read more
Can Going Vegan Clear Your Energy
Perhaps you can also feel that whenever the fall comes, there is something different in the air, almost magical and transcendental. This is probably because the fall is also known as the Harvest season and it’s a very significant period spiritually, reserved for fasting and cleansing the body and mind of toxins and negative patterns, while enjoying the nature’s bounty we gather, reaping what we planted in the spring. This is the time when good things come back to us, so we can just sit back and relax, delighting in the good karma that we deserved by doing good deeds in the preceding months. Read more
The Decadence Of Introspection: The Danger Of Fake Positivism
In this day and age there are quite a number of people who use the “New Age” approach to handling difficult situations or emotions; such approach is centered on focusing on only the positive. Over time more and more people are realizing that the avoidance of emotions which are not pleasant, not only does not help the healing process but compounds the issues hidden within. Focusing on the positive is certainly good advice when one is living coherently otherwise it’s only used as an escape. Let me explain this further–the so called “stay positive” approach or “focus on the positive” only works when one is simultaneously facing “negative emotions”. It works great as a counterbalance and... Read more
How to Awaken Your Bohemian Spirit
In a sea of fashion trends, a bit of spirituality has begun to emerge in the last few years, allowing women to show their fun, interesting, and unique side. The bohemian trend is something that we all learned to love, and if you are one of those who wants to try it, here are some tips on how to do it. Read more
How Exercise Can Improve Your Mind-Set In Life
There is a lot of talk about exercise being one of the best things you can do for yourself. Books, gurus, media, celebrities, friends, family, we can be pretty sure that wherever you go you will hear about the benefits of exercise. And honestly, there is a good reason for that. Exercise is amazing, it improves every aspect of your life. You become healthier, you get more energy. Read more
5 Natural Remedies to Help You Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Nowadays, it seems as if you can’t come across a person who isn’t just a little bit stressed out, or doesn’t experience feelings of anxiety on a regular basis. Most of the time though, you will come across people who are very much stressed, and have trouble controlling their anxiety that even sometimes manifests itself as a panic attack. Sadly, this has become common part of the modern lifestyle, but that doesn’t mean that you are powerless to battle these problems and overcome them in time. Read more
Tips For Ending Your Story Loop From Moment To Moment!
Stop for a moment! Today is just another moment in time and each moment is just another moment in time. This means that moments come and go, moving on to become the past. What stories from the archive of your past are you still clinging to? Take a moment to ponder the following thoughts: Read more
Cooking Can Be a Different Way of Relaxation
Cooking can be a great form of relaxation if you take the time to enjoy the activity – it provides many ways to get lost in thought, to meditate or to transport your thoughts back to special memories from your past. Whether you’re looking forward to preparing your family’s favorite meal or you’re cooking a dish that contains all your comfort foods, taking time to cook can always be something to look forward to. Here is how to transform the act of cooking into a time for relaxation: Read more
Knowing When To Step Away From People And Conditions That Keep You Stuck In A Loop!
Our lives are influenced by people and conditions and the people and conditions in our lives are influenced by our scripts and stories. So ultimately we have the power to rearrange or to remove these characters by rewriting the script. The script is merely the perception we hold about our lives and the compulsory conditions of our reality. We are dealing with a one dimensional view of our lives and this continues to reinforce these patterns. It establishes a loop that becomes challenging to break. We then feel stuck, not able to see a way out. We have then programmed ourselves for this looping experience. We are the programmers of the... Read more
What Is the Harvest Season and How to Use Its Energies
Perhaps you can also feel that whenever the fall comes, there is something different in the air, almost magical and transcendental. This is probably because the fall is also known as the Harvest season and it’s a very significant period spiritually, reserved for fasting and cleansing the body and mind of toxins and negative patterns, while enjoying the nature’s bounty we gather, reaping what we planted in the spring. This is the time when good things come back to us, so we can just sit back and relax, delighting in the good karma that we deserved by doing good deeds in the preceding months. Read more
The “I” according to Carl Jung
We all use the word “I” yet we seldom look at its origin. Within the majority of languages one finds the concept of “I” but have we ever stopped to analyze what “I” represents? According to many modern psychologists; who base themselves mostly on what is unofficially call materialistic psychology; believe the “I” to be mostly our thoughts, our brain; in other words it is a very limited concept. Here we are going to define the “I” as Carl Jung saw it ” The I Complex” or “Ego Complex”; Jung often used the term “complex” to describe a partially repressed, yet highly influential cluster of charged psychic material split off from, or at odds with,... Read more
Why Are We Too Afraid To Feel?
We live in a time where the main focus of our society seems to be on the amassing of large amounts of money, buying extravagant things which most of us don’t use or later on will replace with other things which are also unnecessary. Why do we do this? because we are fed the false idea that “we need to keep up to measure up” but keep up with what and who?. .. Read more
How to Overcome Stress and Fears in Unpredictable Life Situations
Life happens. You end up in some kind of trouble, you get overwhelmed, trampled, you face too many obstacles, and you simply don’t know what to do. Fear and stress creep in, and you can’t face unpredictability as well as you could. This is all completely normal and human. However, if you want to move forward in life, if you want to achieve any kind of success, you need to learn how to overcome stress and fears. In this article we have taken the liberty of offering some advice and some insight into how you can achieve just that. Read on to find out. Read more
Understanding The Role Of The “Black Sheep”
Let’s be honest, no one likes to feel single out as the black sheep of the family or of any group; it just isn’t a pleasant role. Being the black sheep carries a lot of negative connotations; in addition, the person labeled as the “black sheep” may undergo different phases in which he is most likely to feel lonely, misunderstood, rejected, separated and devalued. Read more
6 Ways to Optimize Your Plant-Based Diet for an Effective Workout
Proper nutrition is essential for any workout goal you set. Wherever there is a need for fitness, nutrition automatically plays an integral role. There are various ways to optimize your diet for effective workout sessions and results. Most experts recommend plant-based meals and foods, as they offer the most diverse range of essential micronutrients. Read more
6 Amazing Stress-Reducing Hobbies That Will Positively Impact Your Personal Development
The fast-paced lifestyle and daily stresses often get the best of us, leaving us drained and worn out. That is why it’s a good idea to have a stress-relieving hobby that will help you regain your energy and improve your mood. Although they are a great source of entertainment, certain hobbies can be very beneficial for your cognitive performance. Take a look at our top six picks! Read more
The Ultimate Stress-Relief Plan for Women
Women nowadays have it easier in so many ways: the abundance of choices regarding career and education have put women in a much better position they were in fifty years ago, but unfortunately, it has also brought women a lot of stress. Caring for the family, working and studying can be overwhelming, which is why a lot of women complain about being too exhausted and stressed. Therefore, it’s important to find a way to relax and get rid of the stress, so it won’t cause any physical and emotional consequences. If you feel you’re being too stressed, here are some tips and suggestions that can help you be happier and less anxious: Read more
What Does Your Interior Style Have to do With Your Wellbeing
How do you feel when you walk into a perfectly clean and tidy hotel room with a large bed, a Jacuzzi and a gorgeous nature views? Like most of us, you probably feel happy, relaxed, fresh and energized! Now imagine getting into a small, stuffy room with dark blinds, outdated colors and stained carpets. The feeling this environment evokes is so much different, right? As you can see, the interior we inhabit has a huge effect on your mood, emotions, behaviors and general wellbeing. So, how can you boost only the positive feelings and ditch the negative ones in your home? Here’s a little guide that explains the psychology behind interior... Read more
How to Remove Negative Energy from the Workplace
A lot of people go into their workplace every morning with the attitude that more befits one in front of a firing squad. The problem with this attitude lies in the fact that there are a lot of factors regarding your workplace that you simply can’t affect. There are some skeletons in the closet of every enterprise out there that you just can’t see until you get employed there and quitting isn’t the ideal solution either. First of all, what’s there to guarantee that your next employer or collective is going to be any better. Second, the job market might be quite unforgiving. Still, there’s something for you to do regardless... Read more
Bringing Passion to Your Job: How to Motivate Your Career
There is a saying that it’s awful not to know what you want, but it’s even worse not to know what you can. Passion is an essential part of a motivated career, but the flame can’t always be there. What can you do when the flames run out and you find yourself struggling to finish a workday? The motivational component you should be looking for is intrinsic motivation, which means you ought to find yourself an internal source of satisfaction in order to once again start loving what you do. It might be hard to go down this road, but as you do, here’s some advice to help you light up... Read more
10 Must-Dos to Relax and Destress
Being able to destress does not necessarily mean that you will do nothing. Most people destress by doing a series of activities that either calms them or invigorates them that they forget all about their worries. A full day or two of rejuvenation will not hurt you in any way. Even just a few minutes of your time can help your mind and body receive that needed and well-deserved relaxation. Here are 10 effective strategies to help you relax and destress: Read more
Home, Safe, Home: Importance of Feeling Safe and Secure in Your Own Home
Home is our sanctuary and refuge from everything bad that happens in this world. Even if you have a terrible day at work, going home always signifies that you’re going somewhere to relax and enjoy yourself, whether you opt to get tucked in your fave blanker and read a book, or to meditate on your balcony. Home is where you can feel at peace, therefore it’s important to keep it safe and secure the best way you can. In case you’re planning to make your home more sheltered, here are some mindful tips that will help you feel carefree and secure: Read more
5 Keys to Rebuilding Your Self-Esteem After a Breakup
Going through a break up is one of the most stressful and hurtful situations. A multitude of emotions hits you at once. Disappointment, pain, anger, sadness, and what is more, and in many cases, we are left with low self-esteem. If we were really close and dependent on our partner, it shows even more. So, one of the important things you should do to get over it and be yourself again is to rebuild it. With some of our helpful tips, you will be one step closer to having your self-confidence back. Read more
Aesthetics and Happiness: How Decorating Your Home Can Improve Your Well-Being
The things we choose to surround ourselves with play an important role in how well we feel when we spend time in particular areas. The aesthetic appeal of the home is in direct correlation with the overall atmosphere of the living space, and it is something that all interior designers are aware of, which is why they all strive to decorate a home in a way that feels inviting and welcoming, creating a space that oozes health, positive energy and has a subtle air of elegance to it, while also maintaining a dose of homeliness and familiarity that lets you connect with it on a personal level. Read more
6 Reasons Why Becoming a Min-imalist Can Make You Look Better and Help The Planet
More and more people are becoming minimalists (including celebrities) and enjoying life more thanks to having and doing less. The best thing is that a simpler lifestyle not only makes you happier and peaceful, but also contributes to looking better and saving the planet. Here are 6 ways you can experience these benefits once you begin choosing less over more: Read more
A Guide for Introverts: How to Deal with the Stress of Moving to Another Country
Even if you are moving as close as next door, this constitutes a huge logistics undertaking that takes weeks, if not months of meticulous planning. Do you have enough boxes and are they large enough, will you have to sell some of your possession how much will the movers charge you are just some of the questions that could be troubling you. Add to that an introvert personality and moving hundreds or thousands of kilometers into another country and you get a nightmare scenario for the person moving. It would be more than useful to have some sort of guide to know what to expect and to navigate you through each... Read more
6 Healthy Habits To Revamp Your 30's
The 30’s are a time when we are usually quite busy with our careers, marriage and kids. Sometimes it’s pretty challenging to maintain a balance between our regular daily activities and a healthy lifestyle. However, it is important to find time to focus on our body, soul and mind as well, as our 30’s bring along a slow decline in vitality and energy. Luckily, there are some healthy habits to revamp our 30’s. Read more
Tips for Parents: How to Support Your Children’s Dreams
Children like to dream and they dream big – as they should. After all, it’s the time when they have these dreams that they can actually do something about achieving them. Still, in order to stay on the right path and continuously believe in themselves, kids also need their parents’ support. And as a parent, you don’t have to find your child’s dreams realistic in order to instil proper motivation and show beneficial guidance that will help your kid develop into a strong and confident person who works hard for their goals. Read more
Benefits of Having a Relaxing and Tranquil Garden
The pressures of everyday life sometimes seem unbearable, and with so many things on one’s mind, it is easy to fall into the trap of hectic modern lifestyle. You’ve probably wondered what it would be like to escape all the duties and the chaos that comes with trying to maintain the ideal work-life balance. While taking a vacation would be a good solution for that, it can only do so much to recuperate your energy and strength. Why spend all that money on traveling to the other side of the world when you can create an oasis in your backyard and enjoy it whenever you want? Here, we are sharing with... Read more
A Guide to Creating a Holistic Living Environment and Why Is It Important
When talking about our well-being, mental health, and peace of mind, we rarely think about the environment we live in. This time we are not talking about spending time in nature and the benefits of that environment on our well-being, rather we are concentrating on our direct surroundings-our home. This is a place we spend most of the time in and it is worthwhile making it the most comfortable and pleasant place in the world since it can affect our health and mood on a day to day basis. This is something that the holistic approach and Feng Shui teaches us, and this is what you need to know. Read more
The Ultimate List of Tips for Solo Travel
You’ve probably heard about solo travel in the last few years since it’s been gaining so much attention among the travelers. While it does look a bit stressful at first glance, being a successful solo traveler is an art. It provides people with a whole new travel experience that allows them to truly get to know their destination, and though it, learn many new things about themselves. So, if you’re interested in taking a mindful, demanding yet relaxing solo trip, here are a few tips to keep in mind. Read more
The Mental Yoga of Driving: 6 Tips For a Stress-Free Ride
Yoga helps people become kinder to their friends, neighbors, and families. Meanwhile, when it comes to driving, especially when you are stuck in traffic, these self-acclaimed demonstrations of loving-kindness are evaporated into the air. While the reason for such an attitude might be well explanatory, it becomes important that you understand and master the mental yoga of driving. Read more
5 Lessons You Learn Through Life's Challenges
There are two sides of the coin to being smart - the knowledge you gather through school and the one you gather through life. For the latter, there are no textbooks. Of course, there are many things you can do to ensure healthier tomorrow, but there’s no real growth without facing life’s challenges. We’ve all been told to learn from the mistakes of others so we can avoid learning things the hard way, being stuck in the same cycle of mistakes until we figure out things on our own. While this sounds logical and quite easy in theory, in practice the most important lessons do require some repetition. Read more
Why You Should Tame Your Ego and 7 Ways You Can Achieve That
Emotional pain can come in many forms but the result is usually devastating. Whether it’s rejection, failure, loneliness, grief, depression or shame, you feel like life as you know it is over and there’s no getting back. But here’s the thing about emotional pain - it’s connected to your ego. Someone hurt your ego and now you feel like you aren’t worth it, you lose motivation to try again, you feel disappointed in yourself and want to hide from people so they can’t judge you anymore. Read more
3 Ways Mindful Jogging Makes You Calmer and Happier
Nowadays, mindfulness is all over the place. From new age psychology books to eating habits, people are urging others (and themselves) to live in the moment and awaken their present self. However, not all people exactly know what mindfulness is actually all about, and more importantly, how to achieve it. Read more
Life-Altering Travel Experiences for Your Next Adventure
Sometimes we’ll book a spa weekend with our spouse to get away from the city noise and rekindle our love for one another. On other occasions, travelers find inspiration in a postcard, or they simply come across a tempting offer at a travel agency. We often don’t even need that much convincing to look for the most convenient suitcase and start looking for accommodation in the most affordable destination we care to visit. Some places, however, deserve a special mention as worthy of your bucket list, as life-altering, purpose-shifting experiences that can never be found elsewhere. Read more
Taking Charge of Life: Helping Loved One Overcome the Addiction
We all face difficulties in life, and we all have different ways of dealing with problems. Some turn to prayers and try to develop a positive attitude, while others occupy themselves with work, so they don’t have the time to think about their problems. Some people put their thoughts on paper to get a clearer vision of their problems, and sadly, some don’t really see a way out and turn to substance abuse. As they try to escape their troubles, they tend to distance themselves from others, distracting themselves from their personal problems by using illegal substances. However, there is a way out, and with hard work and effort, everyone can... Read more
How Cleaning and Organizing Can Improve Your Physical and Mental Wellbeing
The environment around us can have a real impact on our physical and mental health – whether it’s dirty dishes piling up in the sink or endless stacks of paper covering your desk, you are bound to experience the negative effects of clutter in your life. Even though we often tend to think decluttering only improves the aesthetics of our home, it’s actually essential to both our physical and our mental wellbeing, helping us feel more organized and in control of our lives, and leading to a more energizing and revitalizing environment. Listed below are some ways cleaning and organizing can make you healthier, both physically and mentally: Read more
How To Maintain Your Inner Peace At Work
Work is not a fun activity – that’s what makes it work. It can be stressful, it can be draining, and it can overwhelm you if you let it. And even you lucky people who are completely dedicated to your work know that it can take its toll. Maintaining your inner peace, staying Zen and relaxed at the office – it ain't easy. However, just because it’s difficult, doesn’t mean it’s impossible to do. Whether you love your work, or just try to get through the day, know that you can always minimize the stress you suffer at your nine to five. Below you can find some tips on how to do... Read more
Ways to Create a Relaxing Bedroom Atmosphere for a Deep Sleep
Getting a good night’s sleep is not many people’s priority. Considering the modern lifestyle that most of us lead, 24 hours per day can often seem as simply not enough time for everything we need to accomplish. So, the first thing we sacrifice is our sleep. However, not getting enough sleep can lead to more serious consequences than just being tired the day after. From obesity to stress, being sleep deprived is not something that should be taken lightly. With that in mind, here are a few tips that should help you create a perfect atmosphere for a satisfying sleep. Read more
How to Give Your Self-Esteem a Boost
We are surrounded by seemingly perfect influencers, their Instagram feeds wreaking havoc on our insecurities, and celebrities posing to reveal their stunning features for magazine covers. Is any of it real? What part of that seemingly superior reality appeals to your inner perfectionist, asking of you to stop being subpar? We all have bad days, when even the finest of makeup and power suits cannot lift our spirits, and then there are the good days when we enjoy our beauty and celebrate it in all its glory. Read more
9 Ways to Reduce Stress and Live a High Spirited Life
Stress is an inevitable part of everyday life, no matter how hard we try to avoid it. Since it can project harmful effects on our physical and mental health, it is essential that we learn to cope with it. When we find a way to reduce the stress that we all face on a daily basis and find inner peace, we will be able to function normally and live a high-spirited life along the way. If you’re unsure about the habits you can introduce in your daily schedule to make you feel less stressed, don’t worry, we have compiled a list of some popular methods you can start with. Read more
How to Heal the Soul & Expand the Mind
People today are too caught up chasing sometimes unattainable goals that they don’t have time to stop and dedicate time to their own well-being. Sometimes, it’s necessary to spend time focusing on yourself, instead of trying to earn more, spend more and live fast. If you’ve been thinking about how to heal your own soul that’s been bruised from hectic schedules and failed relationships, these are some tips that can help you get better: Read more
How to Build Up Healthy Confidence
It’s not a surprise to anyone anymore that the world around us is designed to make us feel bad about ourselves so that we’ll buy more products to “fix” our “flaws”. Staying confident and feeling good about yourself can seem impossible, and it’s something that nearly all of us struggle with. But no matter your shape, size, skin or style, there are ways you can work on your confidence, and here are a few tips: Read more
Inspiring Creativity: Make Your Home Office A Space For Wellness & Success
We live in a digital age; an age that deconstructs the traditional office space and allows everyone with a laptop and a solid internet connection to launch a successful career from the comfort of their living room. While the whole concept sounds awesome (and it is), the living room might not be the best place to seek top productivity on a daily basis. Instead, to make your entrepreneurial dreams come true, you want to have a dedicated home office where you can work in peace, away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. So let’s take a look at how you can create a glamorous home office imbued with day-long... Read more
Mindful Move: Arrive Stress-Free At Your New Home
Moving into a new home can be one of the most exciting and stressful experiences at the same time. Aside from making sure everything’s packed, there’s also an element of sadness since you’re saying goodbye to your old home. You’ve probably created many impacting memories and leaving all that isn’t easy. Still, going to a different place should be treated as a brand-new opportunity for creating even better memories and fun new experiences. With that in mind, there are certain things you should (and shouldn’t) do if you want to have a smooth transition from your old home to a new one. Read more
Thinking About Your Future: The Importance of Planning
Alan Lakein said: “Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now”, which is exactly the essence of why planning ahead is the key to living a happy and successful life. While many may argue that planning doesn’t work in this fast-paced society we live in, the truth is that proper plans, formulated ahead of time, always help you achieve your goals, fulfill your visions and get to that point in life where you truly feel satisfied and content. Those who are successful have always planned ahead, finding numerous benefits, including the following: Read more
4 Steps to Integrating Your Anger
In our most recent Again & Again podcast, one of things we discussed is anger, and how it can affect the Dark Night of the Soul. For me personally, anger has been one of the most challenging emotions to learn how to integrate. There are many books and resources out there for facing fears and understanding sadness, but the books on anger tend to focus on managing it, not healing it. I choose to look at ways in which I can integrate my anger, so that it can be used constructively, and not destructively. Read more
What Signal Are You Sending?
Everything vibrates – everything. Our thoughts vibrate, sending signals that are matched and sent back to us in the form of experiences. These experiences indicate what kind of signals we are sending. Our present situation reveals the nature of our thoughts – our current frequency. Of course, as sovereign beings we are capable of consciously changing our thoughts at will, which in turn changes our vibration. Read more
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