When you’re a couple, your conversation skills can draw you closer together or drive you apart. Do you give each other love and support, or do you resort to nagging and shutting down? You might assume that loving your partner would be enough, but most of us can benefit from practicing interacting effectively. In fact, almost 70% of divorces are caused by communication … [Read more...] about 12 Important Conversation Skills for Couples
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Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal
In the hustle and bustle of our lives, we often forget to take a few minutes to realize how blessed we are. Our hectic schedules drive us to work, cook, clean, run errands, and more. With so much to do in the days, weeks, and months that go by, it's easy to forget to pause and reflect on all you have and be grateful. Those who take time to write down things they feel … [Read more...] about Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal
How to Overcome Loneliness and Develop an Optimistic Outlook on Life
You probably believe we are more connected today than at any other time. You are right. We are more connected in our ability to instantly find answers, chat with anyone anytime, and the vast amount of information at our fingertips. But here’s the irony. We simultaneously feel increasingly lonely as we become more connected through social media, video calling, and messaging. … [Read more...] about How to Overcome Loneliness and Develop an Optimistic Outlook on Life
A Foolproof Formula for Finding Your Flow State
According to the old saying, time flies when you’re having fun. The same thing happens when you’re in a state of flow. That’s the term coined by the psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. Flow describes an experience where you lose yourself in what you’re doing. You feel totally immersed and engaged. There are even changes in your brain activity, like increased dopamine … [Read more...] about A Foolproof Formula for Finding Your Flow State
10 Hobbies That Can Help to Meet Your Emotional Needs
It’s great to be able to kill two birds with one stone. Or, to satisfy multiple needs with one activity. Most people could use more time each day, so it’s great to accomplish two things with one activity. For example, it’s possible to listen to a book on tape while walking on a treadmill. At a higher level, it’s possible to engage in an enjoyable hobby while also meeting one … [Read more...] about 10 Hobbies That Can Help to Meet Your Emotional Needs