Stop Feeling Inadequate With Where You Are in Life

It was the Friday before homecoming. I was ecstatic to be going to the dance with my boyfriend at the time, and I was impatiently watching the clock during my last period of the day, which happened to be math. That was when my teacher’s phone rang, and everything came crashing down.The evening before, I had seen my doctor for a routine check-up.

I am black, I am single, I am chronically ill… and I am trying to date. Let me tell you, this is far from easy. Actually, this is probably the hardest thing I have done in my life.

Serenity Prayer? Recovery groups across the country (like AA) use it to help people realize that there are some things they can’t control. The prayer asks for God to help you accept those things you cannot change and help you be brave enough to change what you can. The real key is the power to know the difference, as this matters tremendously.

promote positive thinking and change limiting beliefs. Positive affirmations help you use the power of thought to manifest a positive reality. It also leads to a positive future, making it beneficial for all aspects of your life.Positive affirmations can promote positive energy, increase happiness, and improve overall well-being.

Maybe you have used the FlowFlex Covid-19 test, and it has come back positive or you recently tested positive for another ailment. Regardless, if you are feeling sick, it is important to take care of yourself so that you can recover quickly and properly. Here are some self-care strategies that will help you get better when you’re sick:

Did you know that there are north of 5 million vehicle accidents annually in the U.S.? 

International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, the average size of a woman today falls between sizes sixteen to eighteen. Shockingly, this is considered plus size, and you’ll never have a skinny-waisted hourglass figure based on statistics. Conversely, some people are naturally super-thin and desire more curves, much to their dismay.

Many people fall into the trap of sleeping in, and this is especially true on the weekends. The problem with sleeping too late is that it throws your circadian rhythm off balance. According to the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, this 24-hour cycle is your internal clock.It helps your body to function and run on a  schedule.

hopeless or helpless. It changed the way you think, as it altered your emotions. ADVERTISEMENT You must understand that trauma is not an experience or event that happened to you, as much as it is the aftereffects.

Dorte Joy Juul is one of the coaches that we found this month and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her wisdom. She sees the world in a much more holistic way than we are used to. Yet, only by seeing the whole picture of the world, without segmentation and […]

Anytime you try to grow, chase a dream, or reach a goal, chances are, there will be times when you’ll feel like giving up.

Priming your subconscious mind for success can help you achieve your goals.

During her bath, my 5-year old daughter said to me, “Mommy, I have a good idea.” “What’s that, Hazel?” I asked her. Taking her bath blocks, she stacked one up on the edge of the tub. “This is a hill.” Then she took two more blocks and stacked them next to the first. “And this is a mountain.” We talked for a minute about hills and mountains, then she moved on to play with another toy.

“Our words create our world.” ~Rich Litvin

And if you want even more inspiration to make this a happy Wednesday then check out this post with motivational Wednesday quotes and this one filled with short, four word quotes.“May this Wednesday morning be the wonderful start of a blessed Wednesday for you and your loved ones.”“Good morning Wednesday! I hope you will bring me blessings in unexpected ways and some luck in what matters most to me.”“When one is thankful for the blessings in their life, they are choosing to attract more positivity and abundance.”Michael Austin Jacobs“May this Wednesday morning be a wonderful start to a day filled with love, kindness,  motivation to help others and to go after your goals and dreams.”“Lose an hour in the morning, and you will be all day hunting for it.”Richard Whately“If you just got up and feel a bit blue, happy Wednesday morning to you! Build a great day for yourself today!”“Morning is an important time of day, because how you spend your morning can often tell you what kind of day you are going to have.”Lemony Snicket“A blessed Wednesday morning to you! Let the sunlight warm your face this morning and remember that a good morning often sets the tone for your whole day.”“Good morning Wednesday, I am happy and grateful to wake up once more and see you!”“The truth is that someone somewhere is always dealing with something bigger, more tragic and more heart-wrenching than we are, and it takes a rude awakening for us to realize how blessed we truly are.”Paul Barratt“May this Wednesday morning bring you gratitude for what you have and motivation to move towards your small and big dreams.”“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.

What’s the difference between assertive and aggressive? ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT These two words get confused, but there’s a big difference between being assertive and being aggressive. Here’s a brief breakdown of both terms.When you stand up for yourself, you must be assertive rather than aggressive. You may know people who act aggressively at work or school.

overwhelmed by the big picture that they don’t see that it all starts with a tiny step. ADVERTISEMENT There is a compounding effect that small habits can make on your big goals. Since society has programmed your mind to have instant gratification, hacks, and quick fixes, it will take some real work.

Alice in Wonderland. It’s complete with mushrooms lining a pathway through the forest, songbirds, trees, and a girl having a picnic with a rabbit. In fact, you can tell she puts a lot of hard work into these masterpieces!First, like any artist, she sketches a general idea of what she wants the end product to look like.

I’ve been using Mind’s Side by Side online forum for a couple of years, and I usually go on every day. Side by Side is a safe and anonymous place for users to come together and chat about how we’re feeling or even our favourite movies. Sometimes it’s just for a few minutes, but other times I can be online chatting for a few hours.“On Side by Side I can be myself.

Some people love to have all kinds of naughty fun, but what makes naughty fun extra hot is when you can do it discreetly in public. That’s why vibrating underwear also called  a panty vibrator are so popular – you can have all of the fun without anyone knowing about it! But how do you actually wear and use them? Well, you’ve come to the right place!

The BMJ. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The research was built upon the team’s prior studies on how linoleic acid impacted chronic pain. Linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fatty acid, is found in corn, soybean, and similar oils, nuts, and seeds.

help people, even when you have your own struggles to handle. You look beyond the current circumstances and see the heart of the person who needs help. Sadly, the reality is that not everything in this life can help fix the issue.

If you’ve ever been to the supplements section of a grocery store, you’ve likely been overwhelmed by the shelves of options to choose from (who knew there could be so many brands carrying Vitamin C tablets!). Even as someone who devours health and wellness content daily and spends time researching the difference between one green drink brand and another, I’m often confused by the amount of information and products out there. But supplements are merely an aid to a well-balanced diet.

breakup do not last forever. You must take it one day at a time and give yourself time to grieve and heal. Each day is one step closer to overcoming, so keep pushing through.

“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated.” ~Brené Brown

reset your thought process and realign with your inner guidance. With these daily affirmations, you will feel guided, inspired, and connected to your purpose in life again. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT As you use these positive phrases, you will notice a boost in your self-esteem, too.

Mental Help, the amygdala of the brain is in the prefrontal cortex, which is the section that helps control your emotions. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Now, if someone has a condition that affects this area of the brain, like dementia or neuro-bulbar disease, it can cause your emotions to be an array. However, most people have trouble controlling their anger, which can be fueled by stress, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and even obsessive-compulsive disorder.Unless you have a medical reason for being angry and overreacting to emotions, you likely have a problem with anger.

Dr. Joachim Stober mentions the link between self-pity and personality, anger, and beliefs about control. Stober states that people who constantly feel sorry for themselves often believe that chance and influential people control them.

emotional and physical needs? There are many theories on why this happens, but many counselors believe it’s all about science.Could there be a scientific reason why a person cheats? First, you must realize that there are many unfaithful levels, and each person has philosophies on what is considered cheating. Some folks believe that if you talk or text someone without the other person knowing, it’s dishonest, while others feel there needs to be some physical activity to be classified as a cheater.

inner voice or gut feeling. Nobody knows how your intuitive ability works. ADVERTISEMENT In an article in the Association for Psychological Science, Dr.

This is because:Due to all these reasons, it’s not surprising that self-compassion isn’t a common trait. But positive affirmations may be able to help with that, or so say studies. This is because affirmations can be used to remember your good qualities and capabilities and remind you that taking the time to care for yourself is okay.

parents may also be burned out or unequipped to handle a poorly behaved child, causing them to cave into whatever their kid wants to keep the peace.The bottom line is that overindulgence comes from the best intentions. Still, if you have been overindulging your child, you’re not necessarily a bad parent! Parenthood is tough, and you have to learn as you sometimes go, after all. Still not convinced that overindulging your child is bad for them? Here are five ways overindulgence can negatively affect a child’s mental and emotional wellbeing.Mental and emotional wellbeing relies on more profound, more meaningful things than material possessions.

Apologies in advance, but I’m going to start things off on a cynical note. I’ve always been suspicious of self-love as a concept—not just because it’s felt elusive for most of my life, but more so as a result of the role it’s taken on in our wellness-obsessed culture.

survey showed that COVID-related anxiety decreased from 49% to 47% among all Americans since May. In addition, pandemic worries declined among Black Americans by 16% during that timeframe.Concerns about money and inflation have replaced COVID as Americans struggle to make ends meet. Another July 2022 survey revealed that many Americans have cut back on spending to pay bills.

“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” —Mae WestThis morning a close neighborhood friend, Alison, passed away far too early. While Angel and I have spent most of the day grieving, I’ve also spent this past hour thinking about the fact that our lives are often much shorter than we expect, and that we need to do some pretty darn hard things to maximize our very limited time. Alison strongly believed in doing the hard yet necessary things in life—we talked about this topic on several occasions, and she never backed down from a challenge.

Negative relationships can harm you in ways that perhaps you didn’t consider. ADVERTISEMENT Relationships require some form of equality. While a perfectly even, calculative split isn’t strictly necessary, parties need to put in similar levels of effort and care to achieve a happy relationship.

Parents of neurodivergent students are detectives. By nature and necessity, they investigate and illuminate the obstacles — from inattention and disorganization to low frustration tolerance and time-management challenges — that block their kids’ paths to success. Like other parents, you’re likely adept at tackling these obstacles.

Not available November 1? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.ADHD impacts a student’s school experience in more than academic ways.

All content creators know that video is the new king of content. That’s why more and more content creators start growing their YouTube channels. And this trend will continue. Having a strong online presence and being on the top of your game requires all of us to start giving lots of attention to crearing videos. […]

second-guessing is familiar – it simply means criticizing specific actions after they have happened. Therefore, second-guessing yourself implies criticizing and doubting yourself, your abilities, strengths, and decisions.It seems like a small obstacle in your decision-making process, but scientists would argue it is much deeper than that.

During the honeymoon phase of a relationship, a magical thing happens. When you are in this stage, you are infatuated with your partner, and everything is new to you. You’re constantly thinking about them and can’t wait to spend every waking moment with them. It’s an intoxicating feeling that you never want to lose. Unfortunately, the honeymoon phase doesn’t last forever. Typically, it lasts six months to two years, and then reality starts to set in. The butterflies begin to fade as you become aware of your partner’s flaws. That’s not to say that your love for them fades, but the intensity of the early stages starts to dwindle. So, how can you keep the honeymoon phase going strong? Read on to find out what steps you can take to rekindle your dormant passions.

As you may know, dementia is a syndrome that causes a deterioration of cognitive function beyond what is expected from the typical consequences of aging.

“When you’ve reached rock bottom, there’s only one way to go, and that’s up!” ~Buster Moon, from the movie Sing

negative mindset, you’re admitting defeat before you ever attempt anything. The sad part is that if you don’t watch what you say and how you live, your negative thought processes and actions can rub off your children and those around you.Do you know how damaging using negative self-talk is to your psyche? Not only does cynical speech lower your self-confidence, but it can ruin your productivity. What would you say if you heard someone else declaring these negative things to themselves? ADVERTISEMENT No doubt, you would correct them right away for the negative self-talk and offer encouragement.

Bringing awareness to different diseases seems to be a big part of the “community spirit” within the chronic illness and disability communities. My social media is filled with awareness posts all the time as I follow people with all kinds of different illnesses, all of which have their own special months. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month and October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Both of these are difficult for me, but October is hardest because breast cancer has been such a big part of my life lately.

Moms: You Need a Therapist Too.

People have probably asked you before what you wanted to achieve by the age of 25. Now that you’re there, it seems like nothing on your list was accomplished, and that leaves you feeling like a failure.

Can achievement motivation really help you? What even is it?