Emotional Persistence

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Self Compassion
3 Things Self-Compassionate People Always Do (and 3 Things They Don't)
Inc Magazine - By Wanda Thibodeaux
Don't confuse your everyday self-care routine with directing real mercy at yourself. Being mean to others isn't going to win you any leadership points, guaranteed. But self-compassion is a key factor success,
Health
There's a Dangerous, Common Form of Depression People Don't Talk About Enough
ScienceAlert - OLIVIA REMES, THE CONVERSATION
The term "smiling depression" – appearing happy to others while internally suffering depressive symptoms – has become increasingly popular. Articles …
The Brain
Bill Gates and Elon Musk Agree This Is the Secret to Remembering More of What You Read
Inc Magazine - By Jessica Stillman
Reading is great, but it will only help you get ahead if you remember what you learn. Nearly every super smart billionaire out there has the same advice for those looking to get ahead in life: read more.
Mental Health
Why Spirituality is Good for Your Mental Health
psychcentral.com
Spirituality, or being concerned about your connection to the human spirit and the light all around us, is beneficial and uplifting for our overall …
Career Development
7 Ways Your Job Search Can Make You a Better Person
thriveglobal.com
After 7 months of searching for a full-time job, I recently accepted an offer from my first-choice employer. During those long months, I applied for …
Happiness
The environment effect: Why so few people succeed and others don’t
Ladders - Mayo Oshin
The romantic idea that success is a byproduct of hard work alone is too simplistic, and fails to take into account the role of environment. On …
Meaning, Emotion and the Quality our lives
thriveglobal.com
Several principles in this article are based on Tony Robbins’ teachings from his Unleash the Power Within seminar. A mind-blowing 4-day event! It is …
Be a Leader Regardless of Title: Service is a Choice
thriveglobal.com
It gives me pause when someone generalizes others as “not leadership types.” Their intent is never to be mean-spirited, more of a casual toss of …
Physiotherapy
5 People Reveal the Failures That Taught Them the Most Important Lessons
thriveglobal.com
One important gift we can all give ourselves is the gift of failure — sometimes, we learn the most about ourselves (and our capacity for resilience) …
ADHD
10 Ways to Ease Your Transition Into College
thriveglobal.com
By Mary Rooney, PhD College is an exciting time! You’re surrounded by new friends and new opportunities, and have more independence than ever before. …
5 Ways Your Friendships Are Really, Really Good For You
thriveglobal.com
2018 was a tough and beautiful year for me. It brought painful life changes, valuable realizations and exciting new beginnings. Much of this was due …
Mental Health
Caring for Your Mental Health Under Financial Strain
thriveglobal.com
If you stress to meet your monthly bills or have just a little too much credit card debt, you’ve probably felt the pressures that money, or lack …
25 Growth Mindset Quotes That Will Motivate and Inspire You
boardandlife.com
These Growth Mindset Quotes Can Help Shift Your Mentality To A Productive One! Looking for great growth mindset vs fixed mindset quotes? You’ve come …
Happiness
5 timeless words of career advice from former presidents
Ladders - Lindsay Tigar
Luckily, past presidents can offer tough lessons from the oval office, giving you a bit of studying material to end your long weekend. Before becoming …
Cognition
What Is Cognitive Fatigue? Exhaustion Isn't Just A Physical Issue, Psychologists Say
Bustle - Emily Dixon
So you've made it through January, it's actually light outside when you leave for work, and your New Year's resolution to get a bit more sleep has …
Mental Health
Can blaming others ever be good for your mental health?
Ladders - Dr. Samantha Rodman
If you rely on blaming others for your own current emotional and mental issues, you are doing yourself a disservice in a multitude of ways. Many …
Kindness and connection
thriveglobal.com
A couple of years ago I was the recipient of three random acts of kindness all rolled into one and they were all related to my passion for writing. My …
How To Find Meaning And Direction In Life
thriveglobal.com
Do you ever feel lost, aimless, or a little confused, like you’re sailing through life without a rudder to guide you? If so, it’s likely that you’re …
Happiness
How to be resilient: 8 steps to success when life gets hard
Ladders - Eric Barker
Resilient people acknowledge difficult situations, keep calm and evaluate things rationally so they can make a plan and act. “Stick with it!”“Be …
Motivation
Eye of the Tiger: What Athletes Need to Know About Intrinsic Motivation
stack.com - Darelle Noel
Read More >> What is motivation? Motivation is what changes your behavior and drives your actions. A lack of motivation can leave you feeling drifting …
Lifestyle (South Africa)
How to become calm, confident and happy in just 10 minutes a day
glamour.co.za
Anything can quickly lead us to a crisis point – the car breaking down, being late for work, your credit card bill. A busy life juggling work and …
CBD Oil
10 Ways To Relieve Anxiety
thriveglobal.com
Stress and Anxiety are common experiences for most people. In fact, studies have shown that 70% of adults just in the US alone feel stress and/or …
Apps
Mental Wellness is a Tap Away
thriveglobal.com
Mental health care isn’t cheap. Unfortunately, unless you have insurance, it can be expensive to receive help; that or you end up on a waiting list …
Happiness
5 ways parents can help develop children’s talents
Ladders - Kenneth A. Kiewra
The seeds of talent are usually planted early and in the home. Some people think talent is born. The often-told story of Mozart playing piano at 3 and …
Self-Care
If every damn thing annoys you, here’s how to be more patient
Well+Good - by Sarah Madaus
From the slow, simmering frustration that builds with being on hold with a customer service representative for 30 minutes to the quick snap at your …
Happiness
Happiness trends up…except where it matters most.
thriveglobal.com
Happiness score for 2018 are in. We see a slight upturn in all the domains…except those that may matter the most. In 2017, we registered a downturn in …
How to Develop True Confidence – Don’t Fake It! Face It!
thriveglobal.com
Having high self-confidence is one of the most important traits for a happy and successful life. When it comes to gaining confidence, we have all …
Happiness
Why most people will never be successful
Ladders - Benjamin P. Hardy
The more successful you become — which is balancing the few essential things in your life — the less you can justify low quality. “Success” isn’t just …
One Incredible (and Totally Unexpected) Benefit to Owning a Dog
thriveglobal.com
A little over two months ago, I adopted my dog, Miles. And, strangely enough, I was never a dog person. Growing up, my family had a cat, Spanky. I …