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What is the NVC empathy approach? How can you apply it in practice? Nonviolent Communication provides a helpful framework for maintaining an empathic presence when people express themselves. In NVC, empathy requires focusing our full attention on the person and listening for the needs and feelings beneath their words. Read about NVC, empathy, and communication.
What are ego thoughts? How can entertaining great thoughts about yourself and your future compromise your chances of making it a reality? Ego thoughts are tempting to entertain because it feels good to fantasize about receiving a long-awaited reward or a coveted title. But when these thoughts monopolize your time, they prevent you from thinking productively about your goals. Keep reading for more about ego thoughts and how they can compromise your chances of achieving success.
What is the wheel of awareness? How can it help you manage your attention and maintain internal balance? There are many parts of you—thoughts, feelings, dreams, body sensations, etc. The wheel of awareness is a framework for integrating all these different aspects of yourself to maintain mental and emotional equilibrium. Keep reading for more about the wheel of awareness.
Do you often feel like you can’t decide how you feel about something or someone? What can you do to get in touch with your emotions? It’s not always easy to get in touch with your emotions, especially when it comes to painful or otherwise emotionally-charged experiences. We often unconsciously suppress our emotions to the point where we feel confused, sometimes even numb. Read more to learn how to get in touch with your emotions and identify what is driving them.
What does the poetry of Rupi Kaur say about women? How does Rupi Kaur’s women-focused poetry reflect feminist principles? For Rupi Kaur, women were always around her. But she internalized the idea that women were just there for men to use. But, as she got older, she saw the power of women and the importance of recognizing misogyny. Read on for more about Rupi Kaur, women, and feminism.
What is a personal mission statement and why is it important? What does Stephen Covey say about a personal mission statement for one’s life? According to Stephen Covey, writing a personal mission statement is a critical first step in the process of goal setting. Its serves as an inspiring reminder of your long-term goals and the principles that you want to guide your life. Read more to learn how to write an effective personal mission statement, according to Stephen Covey.
Do you feel like your life lacks fulfillment and purpose? Do you try to seek clarity but don’t know where to start? According to Brendon Burchard, clarity isn’t something that emerges on its own. You need to purposefully seek clarity about what you want out of life through reflection and experimentation. Keep reading for Brendon Burchard’s advice on how to seek clarity about the goals and values that will define your life.
Have you ever wondered why you can’t find your peace no matter what you do? How do you figure out what’s standing in the way? According to Stephen Covey, there are three factors that might be the reason why you can’t find your peace. These include unrealistic expectations, lack of courage, and pride. Keep reading for Steven Covey’s advice on how to find your peace in the face of these obstacles.
Why is it important to listen to your conscience? And how do you know if the voice you’re hearing is your conscience or the influence of something else? To live a principled life, you must listen to your conscience and act accordingly. Your conscience will always point you in the right direction. Keep reading to understand why it’s important to listen to your conscience and how to recognize its voice.
Are you feeling stuck and aren’t sure what to do with your life? How do you identify your values and find clarity about who you are and what you want? In his book High Performance Habits, Brendon Burchard talks about the role of having clearly-defined values in one’s sense of fulfillment. He puts special emphasis on identifying your values in four domains of life: self, social, skills, and service. Keep reading for Brendon Burchard’s advice on how to identify your values.