-
Roadblocks to Believing In Yourself
Belief in yourself is often considered to be an essential prerequisite to success. But if you have low self-esteem, it’s not easy to believe in yourself. You may struggle to step outside of your comfort zone and look for a way to make your life better. You may believe that you don’t have the means to better yourself or that you don’t deserve a better life. Getting rid of these roadblocks to believing in yourself is critical. You really can change your life. But first you have to identify what’s holding you back. Here are three common self-esteem killers that can keep you from living out your true potential. Roadblocks…
-
The First Steps to Improving Your Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is how you view yourself. It’s the lens you look through when you consider who you are. If you have low self-esteem, you may view yourself in a negative way. For example, instead of thinking about how you have the gift for communication, you see yourself as someone who just can’t shut up. Having good self-esteem allows you to value and be thankful for the gifts and talents you’ve been given, instead of berating yourself for what you don’t have. When you have low self-esteem, it’s easy to fixate on your flaws. But you don’t have to let low self-esteem destroy your confidence. There are simple steps to improving…
-
How to Grow in Confidence – Sleep Well
Do you ever have trouble sleeping? I do, especially since hitting perimenopause. I am thrilled to have had a great night’s sleep last night, but this, unfortunately, is an exception. When you don’t get enough sleep you can be sluggish and cranky the next day. This doesn’t exactly help you look or feel more confident! So, how can you help yourself to sleep better? Here are a few tricks that might make a difference. . Unplug to Sleep Well In our highly connected world, one of the best ways to ensure that you sleep well at night is to unplug well before bedtime. Stop texting on your phone, surfing the…
-
Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal
Gratitude is good for you! Thinking about the things you have to be thankful for is a much better use of your time than worrying about the past or fretting about the future. Counting your blessings by keeping a gratitude journal can help you keep more positive thoughts front of mind, and there are actual scientific studies to show the benefits of thankfulness. Here are five reasons you should keep a gratitude journal:
-
Weekly Planner Sneak Peek
UPDATE: Get the latest version here. Woohoo! The proofs for My Inspired Year Weekly Planner 2017 arrived today! I’m excited to see how great everything looks. My hard copies of the planner are provided by the print on demand service at Lulu.com.
-
There is no innovation and creativity without failure
-
3 Ways to Bounce Back When Your Confidence Takes a Hit
It is normal to have varying levels of confidence in different situations. There are also times when your confidence will waver and suffer as you go through life. This is especially true if you live life to the fullest, and put yourself out there. In fact, if you take chances and try new things, then you can expect that things will not always go your way. The only way to avoid failure is to stay in your house, and not try anything new, but what kind of life is that? Situations such as job layoffs, a relationship breakup, or a failing grade on a paper in school can drastically make…
-
Don’t Let Fear of Failure Hold You Back
-
What to Do When You Don’t Feel Empowered
Even the most self-assured and positive people can have days where they feel emotionally defeated and out of control. Being self-empowered isn’t a magic state of being that is achieved and never goes away. It’s an approach to life that needs constant work, assessment, and care. When you have days where you’re not feeling empowered, it’s important to take extra care of yourself. These are the days when you need a little extra support and attention. So let’s talk about what you can do when you’re not feeling in control over your life. Pay Attention to Your Thoughts and Words There’s a very good chance that some negative self-talk has…
-
Tips to Help Overcome Shyness and Social Awkwardness
Feeling shy or awkward in certain situations is understandable. Don’t we all have a little nervousness before we go talk to that guy or girl, or get sweaty palms before giving a speech? For some, though, shyness and social awkwardness may not be circumstantial, but constant. This can be very frustrating and hard to overcome, but there are some things you can do to help overcome your shyness and approach people in social situations. Here are some tips. Learn to Laugh There’s something about laughter that makes everyone feel more comfortable. This is why “ice breaker” activities at parties are often designed to get the participants laughing. So don’t be…
