Did you know that almost half of what we do each day happens on autopilot? Research suggests that around 45% of our daily actions are driven by habits. These habits save us energy by making routine tasks easy.
Have you ever done well but still felt self-doubt about earning the praise? Did you feel it was just because you were lucky? If so, then like me, you might be dealing with what's called the Imposter Syndrome.
In moments of crisis, the choice between responding vs. reacting can be the difference between escalating a problem or resolving it. In Buddhism, there's a story called 'The Poisonous Arrow' in the Majjhima Nikaya. The story goes something like this. Once upon a time, a man was struck by a poisoned arrow. The man immediately panicked, and his anxiety got the better of him
There's a common mindset trait that many successful people share. It is something that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella praises for sparking innovation. Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg discusses it in her book. Even top schools like Harvard and Khan Academy weave it into their teaching methods.
If you are feeling stuck or having a bad day, then short positive affirmations could be just what you need to help turn things around. Research shows that consistently repeating these confidence-building affirmations can reduce stress and improve well-being. In fact, this practice can be as beneficial as activities like gardening, hiking, or relaxing on the beach with a great book. Experts also believe that being positive can lead to better relationships and career success.
Today, the concept of shadow work is widespread, yet it often causes confusion. What is shadow work? Where does it come from? Why should you care? How can you start? What are the best practices? Many people have spent years integrating their shadow parts and have valuable insights to share.
In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it's easy to overlook the small blessings in our lives and take things for granted. However, it's essential to cultivate a sense of gratitude to truly appreciate what we have. So, we need to make a conscious attempt to recognize things that we should be grateful for.
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose track of who we are and what we really want in life. This is probably because we juggle many responsibilities and often feel overwhelmed by work, relationships, and personal growth. As a result, we ignore one of the most vital parts of our well-being - self-reflection.
Is luck just a random coincidence, or is it something that is also shaped by our actions and how we experience the world? In this blog, we’ll explore what good luck really means and share proven tips on how to attract good luck into your life.
Do you find comfort in poetry? I certainly do! Reading beautiful poems, especially the ones about life, has a truly calming and magical effect on me. Short, beautiful poems have a unique way of capturing our everyday moments and turning them into something magical.