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How to Develop a Career Plan That Will Bring You Happiness
Are you stuck trying to figure out what career you want? Or is the main challenge that you have a hard time getting there? Whatever the case, your frustration is understandable. You may very well know what you want to do in life. All you really need is a little help to build the path to the career of your dreams. A Foolproof Career Plan Now is your time to get it done and this foolproof plan is all you need: Identify careers you like. By now, you must have identified tons of careers that interest you. It’s normal to have your interest switch from one career path to another.…
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What Movie Trailers Can Teach You About Writing Your Resume
Movie trailers and job resumes have both taken on more importance these days. In the film industry, a 2-minute trailer can make the difference between a flop and a blockbuster based on social media reaction. When you’re job-hunting, making a positive first impression is just as essential now that easy online applications create more candidates to screen. If you love movies, try taking a cinematic approach to crafting your resume. Screen these lessons on what movie trailers can teach you about getting more interviews. When to Copy Movie Trailers Start fast. The average time a recruiter spends looking at a resume is only about 6 seconds. You have to capture…
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7 Ways for Busy Parents to Manage Stress
Have you ever felt like you’re being pulled in all directions? Your child (or children) wants one thing, your partner expects another, and maybe we shouldn’t even get started thinking about other responsibilities like taking care of the house or work. Raising your family is great for your heart, but sometimes the demands of parenthood are so strong that the stress can feel overwhelming. If you feel tired and frustrated with the balancing act at the end of the day, take a deep breath and know that there is help! Manage Stress in the Chaos Consider these ways to manage stress in a chaotic environment: Focus on what you can…
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Personal Growth for Busy Parents
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by parenting? As parents, we tend to put our children before ourselves. However, making time for personal growth—even as a parent—is a necessity. By taking care of yourself and your well-being, you can also show up and care for your family better. Growth does not have to be a massive change overnight. Simply taking small steps every day can lead to a better you. 10 Simple Ways to Incorporate Personal Growth Into Your Daily Routine Make time to journal daily. One of the most incredible gifts you can give yourself is carving time to journal daily. Whether that’s setting an intention to journal before the…
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4 Huge Myths About Motivation
Motivation is powerful, but not entirely necessary. Motivation makes it easier to take action, but you take plenty of actions without the presence of traditional motivation. Without motivation, it’s also easy to procrastinate. Motivation is tricky. What exactly is motivation? Is it enthusiasm for an action? Or is it just a situation where taking an action has become more desirable than not taking action? You might not be excited about doing a report at work, but at some point, the anxiety of not getting it done becomes worse than just doing the work. What do you think? How do you define motivation? Consider these motivation myths: Myth: Motivation is all…
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10 Habits to Ensure You Have a Good Day
Your habits can make or break your day. Imagine getting up late, only drinking soda, and spending your entire evening watching TV. You’re bound to have a bad day, especially if these things are habitual. You can create a set of habits that will all but ensure that you consistently have a great day. Some of the most effective habits to reach that goal might surprise you! Your Habits Shape the Quality of Your Day Get up on time. Once you’re running late, it seems like you never get caught back up. One of the most important steps to hHving a good day is to start the day on time.…
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10 Differences Between Successful and Unsuccessful People
Have you ever wondered what makes your most successful friend so successful? What about your least successful friend? What’s their problem? What’s the difference between those that thrive and those that struggle? There are several differences, and they’re quite obvious if one takes the time to look. If you understand the differences, you can examine your own situation and gain insight into why you might not be as successful as you’d like to be. Being Successful Versus Unsuccessful Their lives are defined by their goals. Unsuccessful people’s lives are defined by their fears. Most people live their life in a way that avoids their fears. Successful people make decisions based…
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What to Do When You Don’t Feel Like Doing Anything
You’re bound to have moments in your life when you don’t even feel like getting out of bed. You lay there in bed, just staring at the ceiling, thinking about how miserable you are. Those feelings might be some mild form of depression. It could also be an emotional drain caused by stress at work or in your personal life. It could be that you’re just not feeling motivated. Whatever the reason, it’s important to remember that how you think doesn’t define who you are. So, if you’re feeling down, it doesn’t mean you’re a failure. It just means you’re human. It’s important not to go through your day feeling…
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How Journaling Can Benefit Your Self-Development
Journaling is a fantastic way to supercharge your self-development efforts. When your thoughts are still in your mind, they can be challenging to analyze objectively. Getting things out of your head and down on paper provides a totally different perspective. Thinking tends to be very sequential; one thought leads to the next, which leads to the next. We get caught in a linear track and miss out on the bird’s-eye view of the whole thought process. With journaling you gain the ability to see things from a third-person view versus a first-person view. Three Great Benefits of Journaling Solve complex challenges. When you write the issue at hand down on…
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Keeping a Gratitude Journal to Significantly Improve Happiness Daily
In the hustle and bustle of our lives, we often forget to take a few minutes to realize how blessed we are. Our hectic schedules drive us to work, cook, clean, run errands, and more. With so much to do in the days, weeks, and months that go by, it’s easy to forget to pause and reflect on all you have and be grateful. Those who take time to write down things they feel grateful for each evening in a journal consistently report lots of health and mental benefits. Pausing to reflect on your blessings will help relieve any negative emotions that you might be harboring, such as anxiety or…
