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                              In today's society, with our emphasis on building self-esteem and self-confidence in ourselves and our children, we have forgotten the importance of self-respect. We often hear the words interchanged, as if they mean the same thing. The modern misuse of the word self-respect has watered down not only its original meaning but also its value in our lives.                               It comes from within and is not reliant upon things outside of ourselves, such as physical appearance, public image, wealth, social status, praise, accomplishments, awards or achievements. Rather than being something you “build” or “earn”, self-respect comes from no other reason than the fact that you have the right to dignity because you are a human being.                  ...

Our brain is kind of a big deal. As the control center of your body, it's in charge of keeping your heart beating and lungs breathing and allowing you to move, feel and think. That's why it's a good idea to keep your brain in peak working condition. The foods you eat play a role in keeping your brain healthy and can improve specific mental tasks, such as memory and concentration. Here are few best foods to boost your brain and memory, Fish Coffee Blueberries Broccoli Pumpkin seeds Dark chocolate Nuts oranges Eggs Green tea Spinach Avocado Olive oil Many foods can help keep your brain healthy. Some foods, such as the fruits and vegetables in this list, as well as tea and coffee, have antioxidants that help protect your brain from damage. Others, such as nuts and eggs, contain nutrients that support memory and brain development. You can help support your brain health and boost your alertness, memory and mood by strategically including these foods i...

You need to be aware of the nature of your self-talk and be determined to shift any negative thinking to positive. This is not always easy as even though you will have a number of positive qualities you may struggle to recognize them and find it hard to give yourself credit for them. Keep a diary for a week of any negative things you say to yourself. After a week look back and see what sort of messages you give yourself. Would you say these things to a friend? We are often harder on ourselves that others. It’s time to be your new best friend and be kind to yourself. You need to start changing negative statements. You should now be aware that negative thinking can lead to low mood, loss of motivation and that it contributes to negative unhealthy behavior - including in some cases offending. Here are some methods which can help you to tackle your negative thinking: Challenge your thinking:   For each negative statement ask yourself these questions: What evidence...

Developing a strategy for stress can help you handle tough situations as they arise.Stress can have a huge impact on every aspect of your life, so stress reduction is necessary for maintaining both your physical and emotional health. Since you can't simply wish stress away, managing stress is a vital skill to develop. "Stress can occur at any time or place, and we do our best when we have tools at the ready to deal with it," Try these tips to help you with general stress reduction as well as specific anxiety-provoking experiences. 1. Step Back and Put the Problem in Perspective Maybe you're disappointed that you didn't get a promotion you were up for or concerned that money is a little tight this month because of an unexpected medical bill. Feeling stressed is a natural reaction. But try to take a step back and ask yourself: Will this issue still matter in a year? In five years? If the answer is no, take a deep breath and try to move forw...

What is stress? Stress is a feeling of being under abnormal pressure. This pressure can come from different aspects of your day to day life. Such as an increased workload, a transitional period, an argument you have with your family or new and existing financial worries. You may find that it has a cumulative effect, with each stressor building on top of one another. During these situations you may feel threatened or upset and your body might create a stress response. This can cause a variety of physical symptoms, change the way you behave, and lead you to experience more intense emotions. Stress affects us in a number of ways, both physically and emotionally and in varying intensities. How can one identify the signs of stress? Everyone experiences stress. However, when it is affecting your life, health and well-being, it is important to tackle it as soon as possible, and while stress affects everyone differently, there are common signs and symptoms you can lo...

Along our journeys, we encounter all types of souls from all walks of life that help us in this world.  No matter the nature of your relationships with people, they all serve a unique purpose that can help you become the best version of yourself, and discover new things about the world around you. Even if some people you encounter appear to only hurt you rather than help you, they still serve the vital purpose of teaching you important life lessons that you can use as you travel through your soul’s journey on Earth . Every person you meet, you encounter for a reason, and while some of these relationships might only last a short while, make sure to keep the following types of people around for good, if possible. Certain relationships will enhance your well-being, such as these three. 1. THE MENTOR. This person might manifest in your life in a few different forms, such as a teacher at school, your mom or dad, a friend, or a spiritual leader.  No matter how they app...