When I was in high school, my group of nerdy and rather competitive friends liked to play the “how-little-did-I-sleep” game. It was as absurd as it sounds. Every morning nodding off at our high school science class desks, we would humble-brag about how much homework we had done the night before, how many activities and hours of part time work we had managed to squeeze in, and how little sleep we got....

How Ambition Affects Happiness Research has foundthat rather than career success leading to happiness, it’s actually the other way around —happinessactually leads to career success. While many of us tell ourselves that we will be happy once we have achieved our goals and realized our ambitions, the reality is quite the opposite: we will not be sustainably successful until we develop a better relationship with our own happiness. Here’s what the research says on developing a healthier relationship with your ambition — and leading a happier life....

History is filled with trailblazers who were fired — often publicly — before finding success in their chosen field. Steve Jobswas a wealthy, global celebrity when he was forced out of the billion-dollar company he had sacrificed everything to build.Oprahwas fired from a reporter role early in her career, which led her to a more junior role.Walt Disneyhad a similar story, being fired from the Kansas City star for “lack of imagination and no good ideas....

Almost all of us have been a victim of bullying at one time or another. And some of us have even been the one who bullied — sometimes knowingly, and sometimes because we were too young, ignorant, or in too much pain ourselves to know better. And if we’ve been the victim of bullying, how can he heal?The scars ofbullyingtruly can take years or decades to fade, and sometimes they stay with us forever....

Updated on 8/15/2021 In the middle of a fight, have you ever asked yourself how to deal withanger? Everyone has experienced angry feelings of blind, red hot rage at an injustice or aggression aimed at them at some point in their lives. Everyone gets angry and has experienced this negative emotion, and that’s OK. Don’t forget that anger reactions are how most people process frustration or hurt. For the most part, anger is a normal, healthyemotion....

Updated on 04/17/2024 What is impulsive behavior? Impulsive behavior is a term used to describe acting on impulse without thinking about the consequences. Overeating, purchasing without checking your bank account, and emotional outbursts are all examples of impulsivity.It’s normal to act occasionally without thinking, but frequent impulsive behaviors might be a symptom of a mental health condition. The good news, though, is you can learn coping techniques to manage impulsive urges....

“7 Simple Habits That Will ACTUALLY Improve Your Self-Discipline” originally appeared onFairy God Boss, an advice blog that makes it easier for you to take care of yourself. Becoming a master of self-discipline is difficult. I mean, even becoming a self-discipline apprentice is be hard. When it comes to certain aspects of your life, it can sometimes seem as though you have no control. But really, you do. You just don’t know it yet....

Some people have enviable levels of self-esteem and think that their sparkling personalities are flawless, set just the way they are. But others of us often wonder whether certain aspects of our personalities can be changed. Being more extroverted, for example, sounds like fun, or being more confident or risk-taking. This begs the question: How much of our personalities are set in stone? Can we really change who we are?...

During the holiday season many of us spend a moment taking stock of the past year. Usually, there is even a little bit of free time built into your schedules, which makes it a great period to evaluate your progress over the past year and brainstorm realistic mental health goals for the coming year. When it comes toNew Year’s resolutions, it’s true that most people don’t make sufficient progress towards their resolutions and many don’t follow through at all ....

For many, this takes the form of receiving a paycheck for a job. While you may desire to spend your day doing something leisurely or fun outside ofwork, receiving a paycheck allows you to afford your monthly expenses and have those desired experiences outside of work. Therefore, most of us typically set aside time for your job each week as a result. While this form of motivation can certainly propel you to take action in some instances, intrinsic motivation is typically a more powerful incentive for behaviors that require higher dedication over the long term....

What Makes People Unlikeable? One of the reasons we dislike people and think “I hate people” is the aspect of human cognition to see the world through one’s own eyes. Even those of us who try to have a healthy tolerance of different viewpoints occasionally catch ourselves thinking: “How in the world can you believe what you’re saying?” Disagreements can manifest as outright dislike. Similarly, people can have habits that irritate you — they’re a downer, don’t shut up, are distracted, condescending, or insincere....

When the pressure of work deadlines feels especially heavy, or my never-ending to-do list feels nearly impossible to clear, I have a few foolproof solutions. I take long, deep breaths, organize my closets…or call my sister and tell her everything she’s doing wrong and exactly how I,and only I, can change that for her. Sound like a strange way of finding calm? According to Talkspace therapist Cynthia Catchings, we try to save or fix people — in this case, my sister — because it is easier than trying to deal with our own issues....

Thankfully, there are healthy ways to cope. Here are five tips and tricks to help you survive the holidays without a major blow-up. Couples Therapy OnlineStrengthen your relationship through couples therapy you can participate in together or apart, at your convenience.Learn more Couples Therapy OnlineStrengthen your relationship through couples therapy you can participate in together or apart, at your convenience. Couples Therapy Online Strengthen your relationship through couples therapy you can participate in together or apart, at your convenience....

For people struggling with eating disorders or substance abuse, the focus on food and alcoholic drinks during all those holiday parties can be difficult — or even trigger a relapse. For people struggling withdepressionor who lack social support, the focus on family and community gatherings can reinforce feelings of loneliness. Finally, while family gatherings can provide comfort and joy for many, those dealing with family trauma and abuse histories, or currently living withdomestic violence, may face increased risk....

There’s a saying that goes, “Sometimes God sends anexback into your life to see if you’re still stupid.” Well…that saying’s definitely a little harsh, but it’s got a point. Exes are your exes for a reason. Either you dumped them, they dumped you, or you came to a “mutual” agreement that things weren’t working out. However, breakups are rarely a clean break, and exes oftentimes find their way back into your life — especially through reminders on social media....