The word “self-advocacy” tends to conjure up images of people with disabilities standing up for themselves and their rights. Still, it’s more than that: self-advocacy is about creating a mindset in which you’re your own best advocate. In this post, we’ll explain what the self-advocacy mindset entails, how to develop it, and how to use […]

The idea of practicing gratitude can be intimidating. After all, most people associate the word “gratitude” with being happy and grateful for what you already have. But what about when you’re feeling low or like something’s missing? Or even worse, what if something in your life is causing you pain or stress? Does that mean […]

Can you really buy happiness? The answer may surprise you. Studies show that over time, those with a materialistic mindset are less happy and less healthy than those without. And when you consider that we now live longer than ever before, this is even more concerning. So why do we still believe that wealth will make […]

If you’re reading this, I think you may consider yourself to be a people-pleaser Maybe it’s because you genuinely care about other people and their feelings, or perhaps it’s because that’s how you were raised. Either way: It’s an admirable quality — most of the time. But if your desire to please people is unhealthy […]

Being in charge is a lot of fun. You get to tell other people what to do. That sounds like a pretty sweet deal! But the power trip mindset doesn’t always work out so well for those who often end up alienating the people in their lives and making bad decisions because of a lack […]

The hustle mindset has become a popular way of thinking in the last decade. It’s a way to push yourself to be productive and can be helpful when used correctly. However, the hustle mindset is not always good and can even be harmful if you are not careful. Here are some tips for when to […]

Do you find yourself leaning towards having a more pessimistic mindset? If so, you’re not alone—plenty of people out there aren’t naturally optimistic. But what exactly is pessimism? What can we do about it? In this article, we’ll explore what pessimism means, how it affects our lives and relationships, and whether or not it can […]

If you have a fixer mindset, then it might be time for a change—and that change starts with understanding what having a fixer mindset actually means. A fixer mindset is a way of thinking that leads you to believe you must always be in control What are the signs that you have a fixer mindset? […]

The dreamer mindset is a powerful one. It can help you achieve your goals, overcome obstacles and reach your full potential. However, dreaming big isn’t enough: you must also act on those dreams if you want to get anywhere. Dreaming big is easy, but taking action is hard. Dreaming is fun and exciting. It helps […]

A leadership mindset starts with knowing you can’t expect your team to follow you if they haven’t taken the time to understand your people. Leaders must be able to manage and support the expectations of those around them. This means setting clear goals for what is expected and ensuring that everyone knows how they are […]