How finding your purpose unleashes the power within and improves wellness — Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning” is one of the more influential books I have read. This book is widely known now, and his story is just as famous. However, if it’s new to you, in summary: for nearly half a decade, Viktor Frankl lived in a concentration camp, not…

A new perspective on procrastination and goal setting — Motivation is a tricky one because it’s short-lived. It doesn’t matter what piqued your interest initially. Like any other emotion we experience, it passes with time. So what do we do when we need to refocus? I look at the research behind it and then develop a system of tools…

Self-compassion: What is it, and how you can practice today — Take a minute to consider how you treat yourself when you have failed to reach a goal or made another mistake. Suppose you tend to criticize and turn judgmental towards yourself. In that case, you, like many, can benefit from a little more self-compassion. So far, research has revealed several…

Mindfulness is a practice. The practice is the only way to be present. — Mindfulness is the raw human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. While mindfulness is something we all naturally possess, it’s more readily available to us when we practice daily. Whenever…

How you talk to yourself impacts your days and relationships — Did you know that you talk to yourself all day? No, not the mental chatter about activities and chores that you need to remember throughout the day. That’s a form of self-talk too, but I’m referring more to the things you say to yourself on a regular basis and, more…

From a social worker and aspiring UX Designer — Yes! They are quite similar! I’ll briefly explain how. Social work practice and UX design principles are two entirely different fields on paper. Still, in reality, they share several commonalities. One is founded on improving social welfare and enhancing human conditions, while the other focuses on providing optimal experiences. However…

Unlock your creativity and find your voice at A Writers Business — Whether you are a new poet or seasoned, I have a few tips for you. Poetry is a beautiful and expressive form of art that allows us to convey emotions, thoughts, and experiences through carefully crafted words. If you have a passion for poetry but feel stuck or want to enhance your skills, this blog is for you. Here, I will explore some practical tips…

Here is what you should know about this skill. — Some people have no problems being confident in themselves and their abilities. They can strut their stuff without a second thought. They are seemingly successful, beautiful, healthy people whose drive to succeed never falters. But unfortunately, those with self-confidence sometimes are few and far between. Many of us suffer from…

Living with fullness and serenity does not depend on others. It is a personal journey. — Like any emotion, happiness is fleeting. I sometimes find myself hoping and wanting happiness to be a constant, achievable state. Unfortunately, that belief or “dream” takes us away from the realities we’ll encounter daily. We can be happy every day, or we cannot. We’re human, meaning we’re complex, and our…