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Do you believe that happiness is a choice? How does one choose to be happy? We create our own happiness in this life, and we get to decide if we’re happy or unhappy. Abraham Lincoln said, “Most folks are as happy as they make up their minds to be.” One way to choose to be happy is to cultivate a happiness habit. Here is how you can get into the habit of being happy.
Do you often find yourself feeling agitated and restless? Do you get worked up over trivialities? Do you wish you could just switch off your mind sometimes so you could give at least a minute of rest? We often make life more difficult for ourselves by getting agitated and worked up about situations. Vincent Norman Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, calls this “fuming and fretting.” To gain power and live life to the fullest, we have to stop all this fuming and fretting. Here is how to cope with agitation and restlessness, according to Peale.
What makes a person likeable? What do you think likeable people do differently? According to Norman Vincent Peale, the author of The Power of Positive Thinking, people generally like people who are “comfortable”—others feel at ease in their presence. Another important factor in being likeable is the ability to make people feel they are important, boosting their ego in some way. Keep reading for Peale’s advice on how to be likeable.
Do you suffer from excessive stress and frequent anxiety? Is your mind constantly overwhelmed by worrisome and racing thoughts? Living with strain and anxiety is difficult, but living in a state of harmony, with inner peace, makes for an easy, calm existence. A mind full of anxiety leads to turmoil and unhappiness, but a mind full of peace promotes health and well-being. Try these strategies to cultivate a peaceful state of mind and inner calm.
What is the muse? How can understanding the creative muse help you with your artistic projects? The muse is traditionally seen as a mythical force that inspires artists creatively. Almost every ancient culture, from Greeks to Native Americans, has an identified embodiment of this force of nature. Understanding and harnessing the power of the muse will help with creative inspiration and output. So, what is the muse? Find out below.
Why is connecting with your higher self the key to creative achievement? How can you go about connecting with your higher self? Connecting with your higher self means opening yourself up to higher planes of consciousness, which you often can’t access due to external distractions. In this state of mind, you’ll experience creative inspiration and will improve your creative output. Learn about connecting with your higher self below.
What are the benefits of religion in society? How does religion help make us better as individuals and communities? Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that we must understand religion primarily as a social driver that brings people into a community around a belief. Ultimately, this helps us find our moral foundation. Read more to understand the benefits of religion, according to Jonathan Haidt.
What is your subconscious mind? How can you engage the power of your subconscious mind to reach your goals? The subconscious mind is the database of all your thoughts, beliefs, impressions, and experiences collected through the five senses. Engage the power of your subconscious mind by practicing positive thinking and having unwavering faith. This will spur the creative imagination you need to succeed. Read more about how to engage the power of your subconscious mind.
What is the meaning of the Think and Grow Rich autosuggestion principle? How do autosuggestion and faith work hand in hand? The Think and Grow Rich autosuggestion principle describes the act of constantly visualizing your success to trigger your imagination to deliver an action plan that will get you to your goal. Autosuggestion helps you develop faith in yourself that you can achieve your goals. Read more to fully understand how to apply the Think and Grow Rich autosuggestion principle.
What do the New Atheists believe about religion? Are they right? In The Righteous Mind, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt argues that the New Atheists get it wrong when it comes to religion. Their claim that religion is a virus is at odds with the benefits that religion provides to society. Read on to learn how Haidt believes the New Atheists are wrong about religion.