One of my favorite things in life is to fully appreciate the accomplishments of my friends and family, but sometimes I can forget to praise and compliment the people with whom I am comfortable. Because I try to surround myself with talented and accomplished people, I have grown accustomed to being impressed with my friends, […]
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I have always found it useful to follow the adage, “live in the present”. Focusing on my life as it is right now helps me to make the most of my time, and to appreciate each moment, noticing and admiring the world instead of obsessing about the future. For the most part, this life choice
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Sometimes life can feel so big and busy that our minds can become a little scattered. I know that sometimes when things at work or school can pile up alongside my worries at home and with friends, I feel like my thoughts are spinning in a million different directions. What I’ve found can really help
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Have you ever watched someone try to complete a task the wrong way? Are there times when you absolutely can’t help but try to correct someone else’s behavior or try to “teach a lesson” to your friends and family? We live in a giving society where most of what we learn comes from the lessons
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We all know that the world doesn’t revolve around us, and yet sometimes it can seem that way. When we get so wrapped up in our own minds and lives, it’s hard to remember to empathize or think about other people’s lives. An interesting method in dealing with our own self-involved tendencies is not only
