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  • June 14, 2025 Do you accept yourself? It is not an easy thing to do. For some of us, it is damn difficult. What is self-acceptance? Self-acceptance is the act of acknowledging and embracing both your strengths and weaknesses without judgment, leading to a more positive and fulfilling self-image. It involves recognizing your imperfections and making peace… Read more

  • Self-Talk Matters

    June 7, 2025 Psychology Today defines self-talk as the internal dialogues or conversations that individuals have with themselves in their minds. It can be conscious thoughts or unconscious beliefs and biases, providing a way for the brain to interpret and process daily experiences.  Think about what you have said to yourself today. Was it kind and… Read more

  • 5/31/2025 The American Psychological Association defines self-confidence as “a belief that one is capable of successfully meeting the demands of a task.” Confidence is not just a feeling, it is a state of mind, according to MentorLoop.com blogger/writer Emily Ryan. Psychotherapist Amy Morin stated that self-confidence can give you a general sense of trust in… Read more

  • May 17, 2025 How often do you base your self-esteem on your accomplishments, your social circle, or  your looks? How often is your self-esteem go up and down based on circumstances or moods? As I began researching the topic of self-esteem, I realized that, like many people, I conflated the definitions of self-esteem and self-worth.… Read more

  • Do You Fear Failing?

    March 7, 2025 Do you feel drained and fatigued? Do you have low energy? Are you dissatisfied with life? You may not realize it, but what you’re feeling are effects of fear on your body and mind. Fear is one of the most powerful forces in life, wrote Theo Tsaousides, Ph.D. Fear affects the decisions you… Read more

  • Embrace Uncertainty

    January 31, 2025 (image from Freepik) At the end of 2024, I signed up for a craft fair to display my artwork and gain exposure as an artist. I felt anxious as the date of the event approached. I feared I would sit at my table and not sell anything. I knew these fears of… Read more