It's easier to talk about what we prefer to look like rather than feel content about our current looks. We tend to talk about how life would be easier if only we lost ten pounds or had the perfect skin or different hair. Now some people are happy with their current looks. Many people don't doubt that they'd be pretty content if they looked in a magazine. But most people … [Read more...] about Why It’s So Hard to Accept Yourself and What You Can Do About It
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What to Expect When You Start Physical Therapy
If you think physical therapy is just for accidents and injuries, you could be missing out. The truth is that it can help you with any condition that makes moving more difficult. Physical therapists are licensed professionals who work with children and adults at any stage of life, from infancy to old age. That can include patients who need treatment for specific ailments, … [Read more...] about What to Expect When You Start Physical Therapy
The Magic of Taking Things One Day at a Time
Alcoholic Anonymous encourages its members to take things one day at a time. Otherwise, attempting too much too soon can interfere with achieving sobriety or any major goal. It’s natural to become overwhelmed if you try to imagine giving up alcohol or any powerful habit on a permanent basis. It’s less distressing to think in terms of drinking just water for the next 24 hours … [Read more...] about The Magic of Taking Things One Day at a Time
How to Stay on Track When You’re Lacking Self-Control
For many people, self-control is the one skill they lack the most. A recent study that included the 50 U. S. States and over 50 other countries asked people to list their character strengths. Out of all the traits, self-control came last. What is self-control? It's the ability to control how you feel, react to situations, and comport yourself. When you lack self-control, it … [Read more...] about How to Stay on Track When You’re Lacking Self-Control
How to Become a Stronger Leader in 5 Easy Steps
Leadership is one of the most challenging things, and we all likely want to get better at it. You don't always have leadership in your blood, that's for sure. People also have different interpretations of what a leader is. Some people think leaders are born. For others, good leaders emerge from bad situations. Regardless of what you think, leading is as vital as breathing. … [Read more...] about How to Become a Stronger Leader in 5 Easy Steps