Hobbies benefit our overall health
One of the first questions you get asked when meeting someone new is “what do you like to do?” If you are at all like me then at one point…[...]
Tag: life skills
Confidence helps you believe in yourself.
Why Confidence Matters Confidence helps you believe in yourself. It makes you feel good about what you can do. People with confidence try new things. They do not give up…[...]
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:…[...]
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.…[...]
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…[...]
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…[...]
Developing Creative Resumes That Shine
Whether you are a college graduate, high school graduate, or someone with a GED, generating a creative resume will be sure to get the attention of employers in a variety…[...]