positivity

Some people are really hard on themselves. This is fine so long as the outcome is productive. In most cases, however, the effect of being tough on oneself is rather more negative, in that it may lower ones confidence and de-motivate at the same time. A select few respond well to unduly tough self examination, and find that it motivates them to greater levels of creativity and productivity, but ...

There is no end to the list of things that can sour your mood on any given day: the weather, a lost earring, the news, getting ink or your favorite shirt, unpleasant people, etc. But when it seems like the whole universe is trying to mess with you – don’t let it. Try one (or all) of these simple tools to lighten your mood. 1. Look for the silver lining. A ...