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Self-Criticism: Take These Steps to Stop Beating Yourself Up

Researcher Kristen Neff has discovered something life-changing about culturally predominant beliefs regarding success, self-improvement, and self-criticism: beating yourself up actually prevents you from doing your best and from doing the most. Chances are good that you were led to believe productivity meant comparing yourself to others and holding yourself to an ever-higher standard. Maybe you’ve…

Mistakes, Worries, and Regrets: 6 Ways to Let Them Go and Shine!

Imagine you grew up in a strict home. You became intimately acquainted with early curfews, rigid dress codes, and the word “no.” You felt like you only had value when you succeeded—in sports, at school, and in your relationships. Criticisms were frequent and affected you deeply. Maybe someone told you or made you feel like…

5 Ways Music Relieves Stress and Really can "Soothe a Savage Breast"

You’re likely familiar with the rush of emotions that comes with listening to a particular song. Sometimes the emotional reaction is accidental; sometimes you seek out the boost music provides after a hard day. Whatever songs or artists most move you, there’s no denying that music can have a powerful effect on your mood and…

Getting Your Zzzzs: 5 Reasons Sleep is Good for Happiness

Throughout your life, you’ve probably heard countless instant remedies for particular health problems. If you’re stressed, go to yoga. If you’re having a hard time concentrating, drink coffee. If you’re always feeling under the weather with a cold or the flu, stock up on multivitamins. Vitamins and yoga can be great solutions for certain health…