Emotional intelligence
Emotional Intelligence is the ability to recognize your emotions, understand what they're telling you, and realize how your emotions affect other people. There are five elements that define Emotional Intelligence:…[...]
Category: life skills
Friends make life more fun.
Why Friends Matter Friends make life more fun. They are there to share happy moments and celebrations. Good friends help you when you are sad or upset. They listen to…[...]
Random Positive Thoughts To Ponder
Many people find keeping a journal to be therapeutic. I am envious of those who have the discipline to journal consistently because I certainly do not. But that’s okay and…[...]
How to Overcome Inadequacy Part II
Feelings of inadequacy can be a belief that we aren’t as proficient as our coworkers, as funny as our friends, or as athletic as our peers. Avoid comparisons Research shows…[...]
Staying The Course in Sobriety
Maintaining sobriety can be a slippery slope to say the least. When I was in treatment for the first time, one of the counselors told me “Look around this room.…[...]
Fostering Healthy Relationships During Recovery
Life before sobriety is a very lonely one. Many people that have struggled with negative coping mechanisms such as drugs and alcohol find themselves isolated and detached from a connected…[...]
How to Overcome Inadequacy Part I
These feelings of inadequacy can impact our mental health, prevent us from pursuing our goals, and affect our relationships. Most people have difficulties with confidence from time to time. Even…[...]
What Does Independence Mean to You?
Independence Day is a national holiday celebrated in many countries around the world to mark the anniversary of their independence or freedom from colonial rule or foreign domination. It is…[...]
Civic Engagement: Making Your Voice Heard in Democracy
Civic Responsibility Civic engagement is all about getting involved in your community and making positive changes through actions like voting, speaking up, and working together with others. One crucial aspect…[...]
Practicing Mindfulness To Maintain Sobriety
Along with radical acceptance, mindfulness is another tool I use to help maintain sobriety and good mental health. Mindfulness helps me focus and be more self-aware and resilient. It took…[...]