Do you often feel embarrassed, as though you’re being watched and judged? Social anxiety affects about 7 percent of adults, and it’s twice as common in women than in men. You may feel uncomfortable around others in general or in particular situations. Common triggers include public speaking, eating, large crowds, and interacting with strangers. The condition usually … [Read more...] about The Secret to Living with Social Anxiety
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Read This Before You Skip a Meal
Do you sometimes become so busy that you forget to eat? Do you cancel lunch because you’re trying to cut down on calories? A recent study adds to the evidence that skipping meals could be risky. Researchers from Ohio State University compared two groups of mice. One group ate throughout the day, while the other had to eat their food in a single serving. The mice who skipped … [Read more...] about Read This Before You Skip a Meal
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
8 Reasons the News and Social Media Might be Ruining Your Life
The news and social media are very popular. We love to hear about all the drama of life on the news. Unfortunately, the news isn’t designed to be helpful, it’s designed to get as many people watching it as possible. We also like to know what our friends, family, coworkers, enemies, and exes are up to on social media. Social media is designed to be addictive. Social media … [Read more...] about 8 Reasons the News and Social Media Might be Ruining Your Life
How to Start a Personal Brand
Creating a memorable personal brand is not something that happens overnight, but the work you put into it can help you reach your career or business goals. Your personal brand is the way people perceive or remember you. It’s what you are known for. Having a personal brand can help distinguish you in your career field or business industry. Think about Elon Musk - he has a … [Read more...] about How to Start a Personal Brand