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7 Ways to Overcome the Fear of Being Judged

Fearing what others think about us is a huge fear for most people. We consider how people will view our house, car, clothes, career, and vacation photos on social media. It’s questionable how many people are actually living an authentic life versus trying to impress their peers. Here are seven ways to overcome the fear of being judged.

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12 Practical Ways to Develop More Social Support

Social ties may be even more important than you think. Many studies show that interpersonal relationships can enhance your mental and physical health and may even help you to live longer.

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Are You A Victim Of Vagueness Or A Champion Of Clarity?

It is estimated that our brains receive information through our senses that result in some four billion neuron impulses per second. Of these four billion pieces of information we are only consciously aware of about 2,000. That’s only 0.00005%.

It’s happening to you right now. I bet, until I mention it now, that you were not aware of the feel of your clothes on your skin. Or, be aware of the noises in the background. Or, be aware of the object just inside of your periphera...

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4 Steps to Increase Your Leadership Skills

While it's true that you need good leadership skills to excel at these occupations, leadership is a valuable skill that everyone from any vocation or background can use for their benefit and the benefit of others.

Effective leadership doesn't come naturally for most of us. Luckily, there are several methods that you can use to build and refine your leadership skills.

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Who Else Wants to Make Driving a Less Stressful Experience?

It's no wonder that driving can put significant stress on your body and mind. You need to force yourself to stay alert. You wonder about what you're missing while you're stuck in traffic. You may even be fuming about another driver who cut you off or almost rear-ended you.

If you're starting to think that the situation is out of your control, think again.

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Dealing with Stressful Work Environments

Dealing with stressful work environments is something many of us have to face every day, but you don't have to let it get you down. Instead, by learning how to deal with your stress at work you'll be able to boost your energy and reduce frustration.

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Why You Need to Develop a Growth Mindset

When it comes to personal growth and learning, we can have one of two mindsets. But what it really boils down to is how you approach the challenges life throws your way. Do you see them as obstacles and do what you can to avoid them? Or do you use them as a chance to grow and get better at what it is you do?

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3 Habits to Break That Will Make You a Better Leader

Some people set out for leadership. They want to be in a leadership role and take charge. Other people find themselves in leadership roles reluctantly. They don’t necessarily see themselves as leaders but circumstances or necessity dictates that they’ve got to step up and lead. Breaking bad habits does more than reduce the negativity in your life, it molds you into a better and more effective leader…so here’s how.

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4 Easy Ways to Unwind After a Long Day at Work

Sometimes, after you’ve tackled challenges at the office, miserable rush hour traffic, and long lines at the grocery store, the end of the day can’t come quickly enough for you! Try these ideas to unwind after a long day of work.

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Secrets to Becoming More Stress Resistant

Sometimes stress can be good for you, especially when it gives you the motivation to complete a task. Successfully dealing with stress provides a feeling of satisfaction and the belief that you can handle challenging situations.

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A 5-Step Process to Reduce Tech-Based Stress

Technology can help you connect with more people, but it can also create stress. In this fast-paced world, using tech is often a must. But what can you do to stop the stress that comes from it?

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This F word is not a bad word!

Failing at something isn’t pleasant, is it? In fact, it’s something we often avoid at all costs. I’ve done it, and I’m sure you’ve done it. We don’t want to disappoint ourselves or others. While understandable, that attitude can be a big mistake though, because failing at something is the quickest way to learn.

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Your Challenges are Your Opportunities

Life has its challenges. How you respond to those challenges is ultimately what determines your success or lack thereof in life. Here’s a simple five-step process to help you see each challenge as an opportunity instead of an obstacle.

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4 Ways to Start Off Your Week with Less Stress

Chronic stress can zap your energy and undermine your health. If tensions build up throughout the week, you may have trouble resting and recharging on your days off. Then, you start the next week tired out from the start.

Break the cycle with this 4-step plan to squash stress before it accumulates. Start your week off feeling peaceful and relaxed.

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Find More Time with These 9 Time Management Strategies

In this day and age, we all just seem to get busier and busier. How many times have you said to yourself, “I wish there were more hours in the day?”

If you’re one of those who weren’t born with the instinctive sense of organization and time management, here are some tips to help you find more time in your day.

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Successfully Manage Procrastination

Surely you procrastinate at one time or another - or maybe all the time. Even if you're one of those unusual folks who only procrastinate occasionally, you'll find some helpful hints here for managing this habit.

Following these tips can help you put procrastination in its place - in your past!

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8 Tips for Keeping a Clear Mind When Life Gets Busy

Do you feel like you have so much to do and not enough time to get everything done? When your life gets crazy, you can't let the busyness take over your mind. You need to put yourself first to maintain your mental health.

Here are 8 tips to keeping a clear mind when life gets busy!

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