“Go to college, major in something marketable, then get a good job in a secure field.” Sound familiar? It’s what most of us have been told.
But now that you’ve been out in the real world for a while, something doesn’t quite seem right about that advice. Continue reading
Believing in yourself is another way of saying having confidence, but I think it is a much more explicit way to say it. It explains what is required.
What is confidence? Confidence is often linked with self-esteem and self-worth. It is self-assurance. It is believing that you have much to offer and that you are valuable. Much of that is gained through accomplishments and successes. Some of that is gained through other peoples opinions.
Confidence in yourself also means trusting yourself to be able to handle any situation that comes your way. This means preparation by gaining knowledge and experience. Continue reading
Break-ups are never fun. It is easy to find ourselves in a funk.
If we’re not careful we can fall into a black hole of negativity and end up throwing a pity party that goes on for days, weeks, maybe even longer.
To combat this, we need to stay positive about our life and what the future holds.
The following 5 steps can help you let the light of positivity shine through your darkest days. Continue reading
The scientific mindset is a great way to better understand the world and how to adapt to it. This mindset is not only useful in colleges and laboratories, but also in our everyday life.
By learning to be a more scientific thinker, we respect the facts, question our beliefs, practice our knowledge in the real world, and never stop learning new things.
This mindset can significantly benefit ours lives by teaching us how to adapt effectively to our always changing world.
I believe that anyone can benefit from adopting a more “scientific mindset.” Continue reading
For millions of Americans, Thanksgiving is a fun and festive time to celebrate all the good things in life, and eat way too much food with your extended family. But if the traditional approach to Thanksgiving has worn thin or otherwise doesn’t appeal to you, here are 5 ways to mix up your holiday celebration! Continue reading
You want to follow your dreams.
You want to live the lifestyle you know you deserve.
Yes, the one you’re secretly afraid of following.
But something is holding you back, or so you believe.
What if I told you that nothing is holding you back?
You’d probably roll your eyes, right?
But it’s true. Nothing is holding you back. You can have the life you want, and more. And in this article you’ll discover how. Continue reading
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