7 Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood, Right Now
We all feel a bit down at times. Perhaps you’ve had a stressful day at work, or you’re juggling a lot of different tasks at home. Maybe your plans haven’t gone as smoothly as you’d hoped, or you’re struggling to find your path in a complex world.
When you’re feeling low, it’s easy to let your mood get on top of you: by snapping at your partner or kids, or procrastinating on your work, or even turning to drugs or alcohol. There are plenty of simple ways to boost your mood, though – so next time you feel bad, try one of these: Read the Rest of This Article »
Why You Should Consider Starting Your Own Business (Even if You’re Currently Working Full-Time)
Have you ever thought about striking out on your own, perhaps turning a hobby into a paying gig? If you’ve already got a full-time job, you might think that having your own business is totally unrealistic: you’ve got bills to pay, and you can’t just quit and hope it all works out.
There are plenty of good reasons to try going into business, though, and if you’ve got an hour or two to spare in the evenings, plus a few hours at weekends, you could definitely give entrepreneurship a go.
Here are some key reasons why you might want to: Read the Rest of This Article »
5 Things to Give Instead of Money
For many of us, money is tight at the moment. Perhaps you’ve got a friend in need of support, or you want to contribute to charity … but you just don’t have any cash to spare.
Thankfully, money isn’t the only thing that you can give. In fact, it may not even be the most useful. Just think about these seven possibilities instead: Read the Rest of This Article »
10 Simple Ways to Balance Your Energy Levels Throughout the Day
Do you feel enthusiastic and inspired in the mornings – only to find yourself exhausted in the afternoons? Perhaps you only ever seem to perk up when you’ve got a coffee in hand, or you manage to concentrate for 30 minutes but then find yourself procrastinating.
If your energy levels fluctuate a lot, you might need to focus on achieving more balance. These ten tips should help: Read the Rest of This Article »
How Your Friends Can Help You Reach Your Goals
Whatever your plans are for the coming year, your friends can help.
You might be reluctant to let them. Perhaps you feel that accepting help will lessen your own achievement – or you’re worried that your friends might laugh at your goals and ambitions. You might think that asking for help is futile: the people you know might not possess the skills or knowledge that would be valuable to you.
The truth is, no-one achieves much if they work entirely alone. And by allowing others to help, you not only increase your chances of success, you also reinforce your relationship with them. Read the Rest of This Article »
6 Tips For Writing Better Emails
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that you have an email account. You may well have several – perhaps separate accounts for professional and personal contacts.
It’s easy to assume that we know how to use email effectively: it’s been around for long enough. But if you find yourself struggling to communicate effectively by email, these six tips should help: Read the Rest of This Article »
3 Things to Do RIGHT NOW Toward Your New Year’s Resolutions
In the thick of the holiday season, it’s easy to make promises to yourself about the New Year. In January, I’ll eat healthily / stop smoking / cut back on drinking / exercise regularly / start studying for that qualification …
Some experts might tell you to get started on your goals straight away (“there’s no time like the present!”) – but that’s not necessarily realistic advice. If you know that December is going to be hectic, you don’t want to set yourself up for failure.
So, instead of making a start on your big goal right now, here are three things you can do to make your New Year’s resolution much more likely to succeed. Read the Rest of This Article »
Why You Should Take More Time for Yourself
In today’s busy world, it’s easy to put everyone else first. With the demands of work and family, it might feel that there’s not much time left over for you. Perhaps you even feel guilty about taking time for yourself – after all, shouldn’t you be spending that time with your kids, or your spouse, or your in-laws?
We all need time to rest and recharge. If life feels so busy that you’re convinced you can’t manage to have a few hours for yourself, then it’s especially crucial that you carve out some “me time”. Here’s why: Read the Rest of This Article »
Don’t Go it Alone: How Other People Can Help You Reach Your Goals
Do you have a tough time accepting help?
A few years ago, I thought that achievements only really “counted” if I did everything alone. I was afraid that accepting help would make me look weak. But the truth is, getting help isn’t a sign of weakness – it’s a way to maximize your potential.
Getting help can cover a whole range of situations, so let’s take a look at some of the most common ones. Read the Rest of This Article »
What Does “Success” Mean to You?
Success. It’s something that most of us want in our lives. We might have a hazy picture of what it looks like:
- “Lots” of money
- A jet-setting lifestyle
- A great relationship
- Achieving a particular status within a career
The problem is, none of these things are easy (or even possible) to achieve. How much money is “lots”? What counts as a “great” relationship? If you chase vague definitions of success, you’re never going to be satisfied.
Plus, you might well achieve “success” in the eyes of the world … only to find that it seems hollow and empty to you. Read the Rest of This Article »
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