Lifestyle
How To Approach Being Criticized
Criticism is a double-edged sword. While it is usually something we don’t want to hear, it just might be the spark we need to make positive changes. Before discounting someone’s criticism as irrelevant or ludicrous, take a second look. If done constructively, criticism may be well worth pursuing. Tips for Receiving Criticism The act of
Your Best Life: Mind, Body, and Spirit
It is essential to balance our mind, body, and spirit in a way that will support good health, happiness, and well-being. Sounds good? Of course, but, as usual, with most good things, this can be easier said than done. With the demands of our everyday lives, we are often distracted with too many things to
8 Things Most People Take A Lifetime to Learn
Are you ready to learn some of the most important lessons of your life? Good, because what follows will act as a wake-up call to take a long, hard look at your life and re-evaluate your priorities. When doctors tell patients that their time here on earth is nearing an end, a whole string of
If Only You Could Love Yourself
If only you could love yourself, think how much happier and healthier you would be. Perhaps you would be less likely to put yourself into harmful situations or spend time with people who are bad for you. Perhaps you would be more likely to… Understand how important you are to the people who find joy
Housesharing: A Solution for All Ages
No doubt you have heard about—or perhaps experienced—housing insecurity. Homeowners are faced with skyrocketing property taxes; renters are desperate for affordable housing. Too many Americans have lost their peace of mind about the roof over their head. A year before COVID hit, Boise State University saw an uptick in students who could not afford either
Six Relaxation Techniques To Reduce Stress
We all face stressful situations throughout our lives, ranging from minor annoyances like traffic jams to more serious worries, such as a loved one’s grave illness. No matter what the cause, stress floods your body with hormones. Your heart pounds, your breathing speeds up, and your muscles tense. This so-called “stress response” is a normal
Invest In Your Success
Your greatest investment in life is yourself. To maximize your current payoffs and future returns, establish an investment portfolio which addresses your mental, spiritual, physical, and financial well-being. The stronger the resolve and breadth of your efforts, the more likely your portfolio will flourish. To set yourself up for success, start with these top 15
How Your Eyes Change With Age
Like crow’s feet and graying hair, changes to our eyes are inevitable as we age. But while some age-related eye issues — such as needing reading glasses — are harmless, others, like cataracts, can impact your vision (or worse) and need to be diagnosed and treated. Here, a look at the most common age-related conditions,
Having The Foresight To See and Achieve
Foresight is a handy skill to cultivate if you want to be successful. It refers to one’s ability to see patterns that will influence the future. High achieving businesses employ professionals with foresight to predict impending trends that will affect their organization. Along the same lines, everyday people with a knack for foresight can take
The Not So Easy Task Of Forgiving
Forgive and forget may be a seemingly impossible expectation when it involves someone who has caused you undue and deep-seated suffering. That sense of being wronged can lead to unbearable hurt and anger that often spark a desire for retribution. Such feelings are natural, but their effects on you can be devastating if left unchecked.