MENTAL STRENGTH AND MINDFULNESS BLOG

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The altruism effect: Why the good you do is good for you

Altruism is when we act in ways that help others without expecting anything in return. Though some people assume that…

The truth about closure

Sometimes we have certain issues from our past that we feel like we haven’t quite moved on from. Something feels…

Five steps to prepare for difficult conversations

Do you avoid having difficult conversations you know you should have? Do you worry that you won’t know how to…

How to have difficult conversations: A four-step framework

Difficult conversations, although they are not easy, are really important.  Here’s why.  If you don’t have a kind, clear and…

Letting your triggers become your teachers

The moments when we get triggered are tough. These are the moments we often get pulled into reactivity, get overtaken…

How we heal our insecurities

Some people seem very confident, right? You might look at people on social media looking happy and self-assured. And you…

The one distinction that changes everything

Sometimes one insight can change everything.  Today I am going to share with you one such insight. It’s a distinction…

Jumping to generous conclusions

Most of us want better relationships – to be kinder, and to have greater communication with others. But sometimes, it’s…

How to become non-reactive

When it comes to mental strength training, learning how to become non-reactive is where the rubber really meets the road….

Reconnecting to your True Nature

What is our true nature as humans? And why might reconnecting to your true nature be important in terms of…

Healthy anger vs toxic anger

The idea of healthy anger might seem strange to you. After all, haven’t many of us been taught that anger…

Using Positive Neuroplasticity Training to transform your mind

What’s the secret to a stronger mind and increased happiness? While there’s no magic trick to mental strength, did you…