Most active listening skills are learned behaviors, not inherent qualities. Effective listening is a conscious activity because it requires controlled participation. Therefore, active listening is not a passive activity. Our ability to listen affects how we interact with others, even more so than the words we speak. Improving your communication skills is possible. Good communication…
Nail Biting Is Not Pretty Nail biting is an ugly habit. Literally! Plus, it is not pleasing to a captive audience forced to watch a nail-biter at work. This nasty habit makes nails look ugly. And it’s also unhealthy. But stopping this unattractive habit is difficult. It may take several attempts and still end up…
Understanding Motivation Motivation is a vital force that drives our actions, and people can lose it for many reasons. When we feel sad, overwhelmed, fatigued, etc., it’s easy to want to give up. But you can learn how to get motivated again, even if it feels impossible. This guide contains a step-by-step action plan to help…
Managing stress effectively is a crucial life skill for maintaining both physical and mental health. In today’s chaotic world, dealing with stress has become a part of our daily routine. Over the last 60 years, I’ve tried numerous ways to deal with stress and discovered five stress management techniques that actually worked amazingly well. And…
Do you frequently need to jog your memory because you’re always forgetting something? Tired of being absentminded? Improving your memory can feel hopeless, but your recall ability will soar with the easy techniques provided in this guide. We’ll show you how to organize information, use fun mnemonics (stop rolling your eyes), and perform regular mental…
We can all agree that we live in a thoroughly chaotic world. But improving things begins with you and me. So, if you’re interested in how to make the world a better place, you’ll find some simple ways to do it here in this post. Each step you take can have a ripple effect that…
Feeling alone often creeps up on us when we least expect it. It can hit you in a crowded restaurant or mall or strolling down the street and viewing happy neighborhood families. Loneliness is a sensation that more and more people find themselves experiencing. It’s important to understand you’re not alone in feeling this way….
Have you ever found yourself at a loss for words when someone is intentionally rude to you? Do you need a stellar response that will boost your confidence and send the perpetrator packing? These best comeback lines may be just what you’ve been waiting for! Feeling shocked and speechless when others say something unexpectedly rude…
If you spend much time on the internet or on social media, you’ve probably heard about self-awareness. But what is self-awareness? And how can it help you grow and develop into the person you’re meant to be? In this post, we’ll define self-awareness and how it can be used to transform your life. Self-awareness is…
Do you want to become more capable and self-confident? But not sure how to go about it? You could invest in a personal development coach! However, you’re probably wondering if the developmental coaching experience and cost are worthwhile. If so, we have some answers for you. Working with a personal development coach has the potential…
