Importance of Helping Others
“Importance of Helping Others” Happiness is found in helping others. Scientific research provides compelling data to support the anecdotal evidence that giving is a powerful pathway to personal growth and lasting happiness. Through fMRI technology, we now know that giving activates the same parts of…
Gratitude
“Gratitude” People who regularly practice gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things they’re thankful for experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness, and even have stronger immune systems. Research by UC Davis psychologist Robert…
Dedication
“Dedication” Dedication is the act of being fully devoted to something, whether this is something intangible, such as a task, goal, or desired outcome, or something that you can feel yourself physically being a part of, such as such as a cause, religion, sports teams,…
The Importance of Optimism
“The Importance of Optimism” Optimism is an attitude reflecting a belief or hope that the outcome of some specific endeavor, or outcomes in general, will be positive, favorable, and desirable. Science shows that those with an optimistic outlook have better cardiovascular health and a stronger…
The Importance of Curiosity
“The Importance of Curiosity” Curiosity — a state of active interest or genuinely wanting to know more about something — allows you to embrace unfamiliar circumstances, giving you a greater opportunity to experience discovery and joy. Curiosity is the engine of intellectual achievement. Studies show…
Effective Communication
“Effective Communication” Effective communication skills are critical to building good relationships and increasing productivity and the effectiveness of the people with whom we associate. Basically, leaders know how to communicate, and they communicate in many ways. In the words of Oliver Sacks, “We speak not…
Self-discipline
“Self-discipline” There are many important qualities that can contribute to a person’s achievements and happiness, but there is only one that begets sustainable, long-term success in all aspects of life: self discipline. According to a study by Wilhelm Hoffman, people with high self control are…
Decision-Making
“Decision-Making” Decision-making is the process of identifying and choosing alternatives based on the values, preferences and beliefs of the decision-maker. Every decision-making process produces a final choice, which may or may not prompt action. Problem solving is the process of investigating the given information and…
The Importance of Resilience
“The Importance of Resilience” The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict. There are two ways of meeting difficulties: you alter the difficulties or you alter yourself meeting them. But always remember that difficulties strengthen the mind. The tough times, that deep down actually…
The Importance of Goal Setting
“The Importance of Goal Setting” Life goals are what we want to achieve, and they’re much more meaningful than just ‘what we need to accomplish to survive’. Unlike daily routines or short-term objectives, they drive our behaviors over the long run. Setting big goals and…
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