Happiness & Success
Achieving Happiness Through Acceptance of Life
The quest for happiness often leads to frustration, as many fail to realize that the...
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- Written by: Billie Biederman
Reaching sixty can evoke complex emotions, blending relief with ongoing ambition. This article explores insights gained from aging, the importance of maintaining connections with younger generations, and the joys and challenges that accompany this milestone. It highlights the need for continued personal growth and the value of learning from all ages.
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- Written by: Susyn Reeve
Harnessing feelings as a guidance system can lead to a more harmonious life. By recognizing and tuning into emotions, individuals can shift their vibrational energy, enhancing personal well-being and positively impacting the collective consciousness. This approach emphasizes the importance of acknowledging feelings and re-framing stories to align with peace and happiness.
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- Written by: Joanna Poppink, MFT
Emotional triggers can summon feelings of fear, guilt, and shame, often linked to past experiences. Recognizing and addressing these triggers is vital for personal growth and recovery, especially for those with eating disorders. By developing self-awareness and coping strategies, individuals can transform their responses and cultivate a healthy relationship with themselves and their emotions.
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com
We often believe we know what others are thinking — and react to our assumptions as if they were facts. But most conflicts begin in our imagination. What if the real issue isn’t what they think… but what we assume?
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com
Talking to yourself has been labeled crazy, yet it may be the most sane and powerful tool for inner peace and clarity. Discover why reconnecting with your inner voice is essential for making authentic, life-affirming choices in a noisy world.
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- Written by: Marilyn J. Sorensen, Ph.D.
Low self-esteem can deeply affect individuals from all walks of life, distorting their self-perception and hindering personal growth. This article explores the roots of low self-esteem, how it manifests in various life situations, and the steps individuals can take to reclaim their self-worth and confidence.
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- Written by: Heather McCloskey Beck
Solitude is a vital practice for self-nurturing that helps individuals recharge and foster creativity. By spending intentional time alone, free from distractions, one can reflect, heal, and cultivate a sense of peace. Embracing solitude can lead to improved relationships, clearer thinking, and a stronger connection with oneself.
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- Written by: David Wygant
Living by others' expectations can lead to dissatisfaction and missed opportunities. This article explores how to break free from external influences by creating a personal rule book. It emphasizes the importance of trusting oneself and surrounding oneself with supportive people, ultimately guiding readers toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
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- Written by: Allan G. Hunter
Innocence is a state of self-love and acceptance that emerges when we release our fears and social conditioning. By understanding and overcoming various forms of projection, individuals can reclaim their authentic selves and foster genuine connections, prioritizing joy and relationships over societal pressures and achievements.
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- Written by: Barry Vissell
Our survival as a species depends on our interdependence. We can only survive through love and cooperation ... and acceptance of our need for one another as well as our need to give to one another.
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- Written by: Ora Nadrich
Each day we go out into the world and present who we are to others. But sometimes, unbeknownst to us, we present who we think we should be, or need to be. We may put on a false persona as a way to get the love and acknowledgment we deeply crave.
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- Written by: Sally Patton
When we fall into a hole of our own making, it is probably a situation we’ve experienced before. There may be different actors and a different setting, but the essence of the problem is the same.
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- Written by: Vasavi Kumar
When you practice rigorous honesty with yourself and get comfortable saying your thoughts out loud, you will no longer hold back on authentically communicating with everyone in your life.
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- Written by: Hugh and Gayle Prather
I’m beginning to notice a few unexpected benefits from looking my age.
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- Written by: Jude Bijou
I heard an interesting theory about egoism a while back... "Egoism is the root of all conflict in the world." Intuitively that makes perfect sense.
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- Written by: Eileen Day McKusick
"Your relationship with your body is one of the most important relationships you’ll ever have. And since repairs are expensive and spare parts are hard to come by, it pays to make that relationship good. "
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- Written by: Sarah Love McCoy
Truth be told, the path of Self Love is not for the faint of heart. There's no destination or end to it.
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- Written by: Barbara Berger
It's hard to make any real progress on the journey of self-discovery, self-realization, self-empowerment and healing without telling the truth. We have to tell the truth to get the energy moving. We have to tell the truth for change to happen in our lives.
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com
All of us, even animals, need to love and be loved. We need it for basic survival, we need it for growth, both physical and emotional, and we need it for happiness.
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com
All of us, even animals, need to love and be loved. We need it for basic survival, we need it for growth, both physical and emotional, and we need it for happiness.
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- Written by: Julia Paulette Hollenbery
Ancient Vedic texts describe the universe and everything in it, including us, as being made of bliss. Bliss is our underlying nature, discoverable through a focus on this moment of experience.
