Shame can work as a tool to keep human beings’ behavior in check. The powerful emotion gets employed among groups to moderate how individuals act. If you want acceptance within a particular population set, then requirements around conduct are necessary. Families, cultures, religious groups… Read More »3 Painful Thoughts That Lead to Shame and How to Confront Them
Another celebrity might have partaken in self-induced career sabotage. American rapper Lizzo has been sued by three former dancers for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The allegations were explosive, to say the least; you can watch the video below to get… Read More »3 Logical Steps to Avoid a Workplace Debacle Like Lizzo’s Recent Disaster
We all know rejection feels terrible, whether from a love interest or a lack of curiosity from readers regarding our medium articles. I’ve written in different posts concerning how our species has developed such a harsh reaction to repudiation. … Read More »Understanding the Emotional Impact of Rejection: Exploring the Why Behind the Hurt
Stranger danger has become a phrase we all are associated with from childhood. It’s meant to warn children of the potential threat of associating with unknown adults. As we get older, the wariness of individuals who are unfamiliar to us… Read More »Learning the Scary Truth As You Age-Those Closest to Us Are More Dangerous Than Strangers
It’s not every day an NBA player ignites a conversation about the definition of accomplishment, but this did occur two weeks ago at a post-game press conference. Giannis Antetokounmpo, an NBA champion, and 2x MVP, was answering questions from reporters after his team was… Read More »Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Enlightening Response Should Start a Conversation About How We Determine Success
For those of us older folks with lived experience, we know what bothered us 20 years ago usually does not have the same impact today. It does not mean we are absent any regret, but the emotional pain of most trauma has decreased since… Read More »Time Heals All Painful Wounds If You Grasp The Proper Insight
“And remember, no matter where you go, there you are.” Confucius, a Chinese Philosopher The best advice I ever received came from someone close to me during a tough time. … Read More »1 Incredible Reason You Should Not Run From Every Scary Difficulty in Life
Experiences have a substantial impact on the development of our minds. These occurrences include our families’ values, our community’s beliefs, the language of the country we reside in, and all the events in our life from birth until death. It becomes a… Read More »1 Essential Idea That Shapes Your Brain Over Time
In my previous article, I spoke extensively about unspoken factors around change. One item I briefly mentioned was the issue with the stages of growth. Mainly, changing our lives is not a linear process. One day we are headed in the right direction; a… Read More »How 1 Surprising Idea Can Stop Personal Growth
“Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and do that, because what the world needs is people who come alive.” -Howard Thurman, an American author, theologian, philosopher, and civil rights leader … Read More »1 Incredible Way to Fulfill Your Calling in Life