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Four Steps For a More Positive Life
Did you know that when we’re happy, it turns on all the learning centers in the brain? Science shows that our energy rises, our intelligence rises, and we become up to three times more creative and even 31% more productive! Nurturing positivity in our daily lives not only feels good but also improves our relationships,…
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Become More Productive with a More Positive Mind
Did you know that when you are feeling positive your brain becomes up to 31% more productive? Positivity broadens our minds which leads to a big payoff down the road. Positive emotions open our minds and broaden our perspective. Being positive helps us to notice the good, find solutions to our problems, and see and…
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Four Tips For a Flourishing Life
Did you know that science shows that the fastest, most reliable way to bring more positivity and happiness into your life is to do something kind for someone else? Positivity can promote personal growth and improve your well-being, as well as help you cultivate optimism and connect with others. In short, it can empower…
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Breaking Free of an Unhealthy Habit
Habits, whether good or bad, are deeply ingrained in our daily routines and can be difficult to change. But imagine waking up each day with more energy, a clearer mind, and a healthier body, all because you took steps to break that unhealthy habit. It’s a journey that may not be easy, but it’s definitely…
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Make Time to Be Kind
If you had to take a guess at what science shows as some of the strongest predictors of happiness and well-being, what would you say? Money? Good looks? Material possessions? A rewarding job or satisfying relationship? Most of these do contribute at some level to our overall satisfaction with life, but there’s a clear leader…
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Three Happy Hacks for a Better Life
What makes you happy? Video games? When your favorite sports team wins? A promotion at work or a text from your sweetheart? A 3-day weekend? Or perhaps a warm macadamia nut cookie with some vanilla ice cream on top? Some or all of these might bring us a temporary boost in happiness. We’ve all felt…
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Eight Keys to Healthy Living
Why is healthy living so hard? A healthy lifestyle has many benefits, not only for the body but for the mind too. Yet many of us neglect to take all the steps within our control to ensure that we live as healthy as we can. There are many reasons why it can be hard to…
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How Food Can Improve Your Mood
A healthy diet plays a significant role in managing mood and overall mental health. Good nutrition is essential for the proper functioning of the brain, which is the control center for all our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. When the brain doesn’t receive the proper nutrients, it can lead to mental health issues such as depression,…
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When It Comes to Finances, Face the Numbers
If you’re struggling with financial avoidance or denial, take action to get your money matters back on track. Money matters are too important to ignore. First, think about what you learned in childhood. Think about what your parents taught you about money. Talk to family members about their money beliefs. Many people feel embarrassed about…
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How to Avoid a Financial Disaster
How many credit cards do you think the average American holds? The answer is four. Although there are exceptions, like Walter Cavanagh of Santa Clara, California, recognized by the Guinness World Records as holding 1,497 cards! We sure do love our plastic! Worrisome, however, is how much debt we’re carrying on these cards. According to…