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What Is a Micro Wedding? Pros, Cons, & Planning

What is a micro wedding and how do you plan one? Will you regret foregoing a traditional wedding? Why are micro weddings a better option for some people? A micro wedding is defined as a non-traditional marriage ceremony with a smaller, more intimate venue and typically fewer than 50 guests. Although every couple’s micro wedding will be unique to their tastes, in general, micro weddings cost less, save time, and are less stressful to plan. For these reasons, micro weddings have become a popular choice for many couples who want to avoid the hassle of planning a large, traditional wedding.

4 Activities to Harness God’s Creativity

How can you harness God’s creativity? What can increase creativity? In Seeking Wisdom, Julia Cameron advises boosting creativity through faith in God. In addition to praying, you should try to harness God’s creative energy through these four activities. Learn Cameron’s techniques to be more creative through God.

Building Self-Trust, According to Stephen Covey

Why is building self-trust important? What do experts say is the best way to build self-trust? Stephen Covey, author of The Speed of Trust, says building self-trust is the first step in gaining trust from others. If you don’t trust yourself, then you could be engaging in certain behavior Covey says you should avoid. Keep reading to learn how to build self-trust, according to Covey’s expert advice.

2 Different Types of Prayer to Be More Creative

What are the different types of prayer? What should you pray about? In Seeking Wisdom, Julia Wisdom explains that there are two main types of prayers you should recite regularly to most effectively harness God’s creative power. These two prayers are prayers of request and prayers of appreciation. Below we’ll explain what these prayers are and how to practice them successfully.

Is Technology Distracting? Unfortunately, Yes

Is technology distracting? Is technology a personal or a societal issue? The book Stolen Focus by Johann Hari claims that technology contributes to society’s attention crisis. Hari argues that the technology we rely on tracks our every move and tailors the content we see to keep us hooked. Here’s how technology intentionally distracts you from things you need to focus on.

The Most Natural Ways to Increase Motivation

What are the best ways to increase motivation? How can you increase motivation the natural way? Goals feel impossible when you lack motivation and see no discernible way to get from where you are to where you want to be. In The Art of Impossible, bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and peak performance expert Steven Kotler draws on extensive neurobiological research to help readers learn ways to increase motivation and achieve seemingly impossible goals. Keep reading to learn Kotler’s way to increase motivation, according to how your brain naturally works.

5 Myths About Obesity: Debunked by Science

What is the main cause of obesity? Is obesity a disease or simply a result of eating an excess amount of calories? According to Jason Fung, the “calories in, calories out” theory fails to capture the full picture of obesity. Excess calories play a part, but they aren’t the root cause of obesity. More specifically, this theory fails to appreciate that obesity is a hormonal disease, rather than a problem of willpower or bad eating habits. In his book Obesity Code, Fung lays out five mistaken premises that hamper the current model of obesity. Here are five myths about obesity

3 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

Do you need self-improvement tips? Are you wondering how to maintain a healthy lifestyle? In Make Time, Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky give guidelines about how to make realistic changes to your level of activity and the kind of food you eat. By doing this, you can live a healthier lifestyle where you can stay focused and energized. Keep reading to learn the secret to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

How to Unlock Spiritual Creativity in 4 Ways

What is spiritual creativity? How can you be more creative through your faith? In Seeking Wisdom, Julia Cameron says that you should absorb God’s messages, gifts, and signs and channel them into your creative endeavors. Her book lays out how to fuel creativity through spirituality. Read below four ways to unlock spiritual creativity, according to Cameron.

Pleasure Chemicals in the Brain: Which Ones Matter?

What are the brain’s pleasure chemicals? How do they affect your overall mood and health? Which pleasure chemicals are the most important for your happiness? Bestselling author Steven Kotler has done extensive neurobiological research to help individuals understand pathways to success, motivation, and happiness. According to Kotler, your brain’s pleasure chemicals each play a part in making you feel your best. Keep reading to learn more about your brain’s six pleasure chemicals and why you need them, according to Kotler.