Some people cannot be alone and it sure is amazing to be surrounded by people you love and enjoy other people’s company. But in my opinion it is also important to learn to be alone and to spend time by yourself. Even if at first it might make you uncomfortable, being alone by choice is a very nice thing, every once in a while. You should choose to spend time with other people but you should not be dependant on…
How is it that there seems to be an epidemic of Weekday induced mood swings among us? As much as people get stoked, excited and happy about the upcoming weekend on Fridays, sure enough as soon as they get up on a Monday morning… they are, to put it mildly, in a negative or bad mood. This is so much the case, that there is an entire category of gifs, memes, sayings and even e-cards dedicated to Mondays (and Fridays)…
Every now and then we need to pause in what we are doing and become more aware of our accomplishments. Maybe you are not there yet and you still have things that need to get done. But chances are, you tend to forget to reward yourself every now and then. Remember: you deserve it! Appreciate yourself and treat yourself to something. Maybe you do something simple like taking time for yourself or for your favorite hobby. Or you decide to…
We want it all. Being extremely successful, loved and accomplished with a resume and lifestyle to show for it. We want to look perfect and be perfect. We crave happiness. And not the “small” happiness or feeling of content, but the comprehensive and absolutely perfect kind of happiness in both our career and private lives. We want to be on top of our to-do lists and happy every day in every department of our lives. But life does not work…
Sometimes we need to function on little sleep. Insomniacs, parents and overworked shift workers and students all make this experience. But what should you do when sleep is not an option? Here are 12 tips to help you get through the day: Upbeat music I find music to be a lifesaver when I’m tired. It sets an upbeat mood and get’s you more motivated. It energizes you and helps you feel better in an instant. Listen to your favorite songs…
There is something really soothing and relaxing about having or establishing your own everyday rituals. I do not mean rituals in a religious sense, but normal everyday practices that you can implement into your routine. Some examples for daily rituals would be family dinners in the evenings, or always having your morning coffee on your porch in the warmer months of the year. Or a daily evening routine, in which you always read before you go to sleep at night….
Our home is our ultimate safe haven. There is nothing more cozy than getting comfortable at home after a long day of work or school.There are many ways to relax, but here are 25 ideas on activities that help you unwind when you spend time at home: Take a bath or hot shower Listen to your favorite music and sing along if you want Light some candles Cook something delicious Bake a cake or some cookies Take a nap Cuddle…
When was the last time you experienced real silence? We live in a world filled with noises and we are constantly making noise ourselves. Even if you do not talk or listen to anything, chances are you hear your neighbors or the traffic outside. Sometimes at night time or during the early morning hours, depending on where you live, you will find moments of silence. Even though you might hear wildlife every now and then, there is still some serenity…
It is time to take a break and focus. Really focus on the here and now. Take a deep breath and let go of the past or even of what happened just an hour ago. Do not think about the future, either. Stop worrying. Just become aware of this present moment and enjoy it. Appreciate every moment of your day and savor even the small things. The more you focus on the present, the less stressed out you will feel. Do…
Do not compare yourself. You are not here to compete with anybody. Cherish your individuality. Your uniqueness is your competitive edge, which means that you should not be scared to lose anything to anybody. I use competitive edge for lack of a better word. You are you. There is nobody out there who is exactly like you. Or looks exactly like you. Embrace yourself with all your flaws and see that you do not have to prove yourself to anybody. You have…
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