The Optimist Living
What’s most likely killing your motivation and how to stop it
You have probably noticed how tiresome it can be to get anything done when you’re without motivation. Lacking that will to pursue and accomplish makes life more difficult, but if you can identify the reasons why you lack motivation, then you address the issues and regain your drive. If you ever Read More...
5 almost effortless ways to become a morning person
Do you dread the mornings? Is getting out of bed one of the hardest challenges of the day? Not all of us are morning people, but it’s actually not too hard to become one to help benefit the rest of your day. To kickstart you work week, here are 5 tips to help you become a morning Read More...
7 body language tips to give the best impression
When making an impression, your body language can be more important then the words coming from your mouth. Having good body language can make you look confident and in control in the eyes of another, allowing you to capture someone’s attention without saying a word. Here are 7 tips to help you Read More...
If you want do one thing to improve your health, check out these suggestions
One change can make all the difference in improving your health. What that specific change is could be anything though, and varies from person to person. With that in mind, nutritionist Ellie Krieger asked the most prominent dietitians at the annual Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Food and Read More...
6 ways to stay motivated when you really want to quit
When you’re stuck and without any motivation, sometimes quitting seems like the best option. Although it may give you some slight relief at first, bailing on what you want to do will only leave you in a worse place then you were before. Instead of quitting, a better way to rekindle your Read More...
Here are the secrets to acting confidently in the face of adversity
Life is full of risks, decisions and uncertainties. To grow successful, both in your personal and professional life, you sometimes must face the unknown and take chances. But this is much easier said than done. Here are some secrets to help you act confidently in the face of Read More...
Reconnect with yourself by completing these sentences
Life isn’t easy to enjoy and can feel unfulfilling if you aren’t in touch with yourself. And even if you do want to reconnect with yourself, where do you begin doing so? Sometimes the best way to begin is to ask some questions of yourself, so to help you reconnect, here’s a variety of Read More...
Finding meaning in life, according to science
One of the main keys to obtaining happiness is finding meaning in life. Research shows that having a purpose in life yields greater happiness and health, but finding a purpose isn’t something you can simply “do”. What you can do is click here to see an infographic detailed with Read More...
Lifting weights keeps your brain young
Want to make your brain stronger and younger? Try lifting some weights. Besides toning your muscles, researchers from the University of British Columbia found that lifting weights twice a week can help preserve the white matter in your brain that connects messages between the different regions of Read More...
How to respond to negative feedback and make it a chance for growth
Even the most confident of people know that criticism is a hard pill to swallow, but it can be extremely valuable. Feedback is a chance for growth, so don’t let it take the wind out of your sails. The key is in the way you handle it. To help you deal with criticism better, here are 5 Read More...