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How to positive self-talk for a successful life

Aug 23. 2023
How to positive self-talk for a happier life, self acceptance, your best friend

The world throws enough judgement and tests your way, so why add more negativity to the mix? Be your own best friend and practise positive self-talk to find more calm, boost your self-confidence and find happiness. It is also a way to solve most of your problems. I know it’s a bold statement, but let’s dig in and see why. What was first? Positive dialogue with yourself creates increased self love and one cannot fully exist without the other one. Did you become happier and more confident as you started talking to yourself positively, or did your mindset change first, followed by increased happiness? According to science it’s the latter. From your mind's perspective, what you don't think about might as well not...

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Marta Pozaroszczyk
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Feminine Energy

How to be a more confident woman

Aug 21. 2023
How to be a more confident woman, self-acceptance

What does confidence mean to you? Is it when you enter the room and own it? Is it being able to talk to men freely and charm everybody around you? It seems like something we have because of external validation, but the path to confidence starts within you. Let’s explore how to be a more confident woman. Internal or external force? I used to think that I will be more confident when I have more experience or look better. Confidence is very difficult to achieve, as we often think that we need to get lots of validation from others in order to feel like we are crushing it in life. When I envision confident women, Sharon Stone's portrayal in Basic Instinct comes to...

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Books

Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment Style

Aug 19. 2023
Book attachment styles Amir Levine for better relationships

by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller Psychologists and authors known for their work on attachment style theory This book delves into the realm of adult attachment style theory. It sheds light on how our attachment styles influence our romantic relationships. Drawing upon extensive research in psychology, neuroscience, and relationship dynamics, the authors introduce readers to three primary attachment styles: anxious, avoidant, and secure. Above all, the book offers valuable insights for individuals seeking to understand their own attachment style and how it impacts their dating and relationship experiences. It helps the readers identify their attachment style. Moreover, it also provides practical advice on building healthier and more fulfilling connections. By offering strategies to bridge the gap between different attachment styles, "Attached" equips readers...

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Developmental Psychology, Self-love

10 powerful steps to radical acceptance

Aug 17. 2023
steps to radical acceptance, self acceptance, self criticism

We are our harshest critics. How often have you been so tough on yourself that you quit something, gave up midway or not even started all due to your own intrusive thoughts? Let’s explore how to avoid that with these steps to radical acceptance and high levels of resilience. Radical acceptance is a concept from dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) that involves fully and completely acknowledging reality without resistance and judgement, or attempts to change it. It means embracing things as they are, even if they are difficult or painful, in order to reduce suffering and improve emotional well-being. Yeah, so? What does it mean? Examples of radical acceptance By fully embracing what life throws at us, we remove the emotional burden that could potentially...

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Marta Pozaroszczyk
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Self-love

How to be your own best friend

Aug 14. 2023
How to be your own best friend, self-development for women

Safety instructions on the plane always state that you should secure your own oxygen mask before helping others. Even children! The welfare of those around you relies on your well-being also. This is why you must prioritise taking care of yourself first before you can assist others the best you can. Let’s explore how to be your own best friend. Self-love is a verb We live in a society that rewards deeply self-centred, outgoing, extraverted, result-driven attributes. Nevertheless, we are reproached for exhibiting a touch more self-care and setting our boundaries as if such conduct is a bad thing. I’m sure we all feel a sense of guilt (even if only slightly) when declining a friend or family member's request in favour of...

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Marta Pozaroszczyk
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Books

Understanding emotions: Master your emotions

Aug 07. 2023
Book understaing emotions Master your emotions how to spend singlehood

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 a transformative guide, aimed at helping readers navigate the complex landscape of their emotions with wisdom and self-awareness. Through this empowering book, Meurisse equips readers with practical techniques and insights to understand, harness, and ultimately gain control over their emotional...

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Developmental Psychology

How the Growth Mindset can change your life

Jul 31. 2023
Positive thinking leads to the growth mindset and personal development

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 Carol Dweck through her research and book "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" (you can find a link to her Ted Talk at the end of this post). To summarise this book in one sentence, people with a growth mindset...

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Developmental Psychology

How negative thoughts thrive in your mind

Jul 23. 2023
Personal development starts with your mindset. Stop negative thoughts

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 myself into numerous projects, travels, social events, and work commitments. But too much of a good thing can be exhausting! I found myself craving peace and serenity to balance it all out. So, I decided to slow down a bit,...

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