This hurts so terribly. Another failure. I can never seem to keep a man. I will be alone forever. What if that was it? Perhaps he will come back? What did I do wrong? These are all normal thoughts our mind throws at us after we've been broken up with. But it's time to begin the process of healing after the breakup. As much as it's quite normal, these thoughts are only temporary. And we're going to break free from them...
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by Thibaut Meurisse An author known for his insightful and practical books on personal development, productivity, and mastering the art of living a fulfilling life and understanding emotions. Have you ever thought… …about your thoughts? Do you have a bias toward the negative? Understanding how negative feelings and emotions work is the first step. Then we must learn how to reprogram those emotions and turn them around. In short, a happier life is possible if you follow the steps. "Master Your Emotions" is...
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Relationship boundaries may appear as high walls built around a person to some, a means of creating distance. Some might even see them as selfish, inflexible, or uncooperative. Nevertheless, boundaries safeguard what is sacred to you and promote self-respect, while also encouraging others to respect you in return. No matter if the relationships in question are between you and others, or the relationship with yourself. Why is it important? Firstly, personal limits serve as your initial line of defence with the world:...
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There is power in positive thinking. It influences your mood and essentially the way you feel. Imagine now what kind of power there is in growth-oriented thinking in your life.In this blog post, we will explore the empowering advantages of developing the growth mindset, and how this transformative perspective can unlock the doors to continuous learning, personal development, and a life filled with boundless possibilities in your life as a woman. What is the growth mindset? Growth mindset was popularised by psychologist...
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by Carol Dweck A psychologist known for popularising the concept of the growth mindset through her research. The New Psychology of Success explores how mindset impacts personal development and achievement. Dweck introduces two mindsets - the fixed mindset and the growth mindset - and discusses how adopting a growth mindset, believing that abilities can develop through dedication and hard work, can lead to greater success and fulfillment in life. Furthermore, the book emphasizes embracing challenges, learning from failures, and continuously striving for...
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In this world of stark contrasts and strong opinions, we often find ourselves questioning our self-esteem. Am I a high value woman? Not only are we constantly proven by everything around us and social media that we are below average intelligence, beauty and status, but we also criticise ourselves a lot. This leaves us feeling inadequate, to say the least. How do I even handle my self esteem in a world where there are probably at least a hundred Chinese...
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Throughout my life, I never received much emotional education. I used to believe that staying busy and avoiding dwelling on things would bring me peace, enough to maintain healthy relationships and a generally smooth existence with myself, ignoring my negative thoughts. As it often happens, the coping mechanisms we develop during childhood and early adulthood might work well for a while, but eventually, they become outdated for the current stage of life we're in. Life got pretty hectic as I threw...
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by Alain de Botton A writer, philosopher, and essayist known for his insightful explorations of modern life and its complexities An Emotional Education is a profound and enlightening journey into the intricacies of human emotions, artfully blending psychology, philosophy, and literature to offer readers invaluable insights into understanding and navigating the complexities of our inner selves. Moreover with eloquent prose and thought-provoking reflections, de Botton imparts timeless wisdom and practical advice, making this book a powerful guide to emotional intelligence and personal...
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by Rolf Dobelli An author and thinker known for his work on cognitive biases and rational decision-making. Dobelli masterfully presents a collection of 99 cognitive biases, supported by real-life examples and engaging anecdotes. The author makes the complex psychological concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds. This is a great cognitive bias book that showcases the biases with examples. Whether you're a psychology enthusiast or someone seeking to sharpen your critical thinking abilities, "The Art of Thinking Clearly" offers an enjoyable and eye-opening...
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Sometimes our brain is a little mischievous, working both for us and against us. It's like having a frenemy in your head, always pulling pranks on you when you least expect it. All the automatic processes that happen against our will to support our existence happen without conscious mind even noticing it most of the time, like digestion or pumping blood or stress responses that are supposed to get your butt moving to escape that danger. It's like having a team...
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