Sadness is a feeling that many people find uncomfortable to experience. It is known as one of the negative emotions we have as human beings. But sadness is just an emotion. Sure, it is uncomfortable, but it serves a purpose. I am learning that sadness can remind me of what I need and want. When […]
What Is Your Comfort Zone?
Everyone has a comfort zone, but many people find it challenging to step outside of it. If you are not careful, you can allow your need for comfort to hold you back. Consequently, you might miss out on opportunities that can help you to grow. Or you might even miss out on having an exciting […]
How Do You Deal with Rejection?
Photo by Engin Akyurt from Pexels Rejection can be difficult for anyone to experience, even though it is a normal part of life. We might face social rejection, professional rejection, or even romantic rejection. These types of rejections can cause sadness, disappointment, or even anger. We can overcome these emotions associated with rejection by accepting […]
How Do You Deal with Disappointment?
Disappointment is a common experience, whether it’s a failed relationship, a missed job opportunity, or an event that didn’t go as planned. How we respond to disappointment shapes our ability to move forward. Here are effective strategies to help you bounce back. Acknowledge Your Emotions Recognizing your feelings is crucial when dealing with disappointment. Emotions […]
What Causes You Uncertainty?
Photo by Nathan Cowley from Pexels In a study, participants connected to an electric shock device showed higher anxiety levels when told there was a 50% chance of receiving a shock compared to those informed of a 100% chance. The study proves that humans typically prefer certainty to uncertainty. Despite life’s unpredictability, we have coping […]
How Emotionally Resilient Are You?
Photo by Josh Hild from Pexels I’ve heard only 10 percent of life is determined by what happens to you, and the remaining 90 percent is how you react to those events. I was skeptical because I believed the event had more influence on how I reacted. However, I have realized that my perception of […]
What Challenge Are You Facing?
Photo by Min An from Pexels In the past, I perceived challenges as roadblocks rather than stepping stones. It was not until I adopted a growth mindset I could view challenges as an opportunity to grow rather than an obstacle to overcome. Life inevitably presents circumstances beyond our control, but we can choose how we […]
When Is the Last Time You Felt Afraid?
Photo by Suzy Hazelwood from Pexels I remember one night having a dream about my teeth falling out. I was anxious about starting this blog, and my dream was letting me know I needed to address this. Psychologist Sigmund Freud described dreams as the road to the unconscious. Often, our dreams give us information from […]
How Do You Cope with Regret?
Photo by Alexsander from Pexels According to a study, most regrets were education at thirty-two percent, career at twenty-two percent, and romance at fifteen percent. Regrets we have can bring up feelings of sadness, shame, remorse, or even helplessness. Although these feelings can be uncomfortable, they can serve us. The place in which our regrets […]