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Highly sensitive people have been labeled a lot of ways in the past, like fragile, over-emotional and intense. But there’s more to a highly sensitive person than just excess crying and a whole ton of feelings. Those with an empathetic personality are actually biologically wired to behave the way that they do. As a result, they also have an entirely different approach to to their physical environment — and that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. […]

If you want to be noticed and become visible in the workplace, you must be able to portray self confidence. Confidence is a necessary component of anyone looking for success in their career. Take a look at the leadership in your organization, they are usually examples of individuals that know how to appear confident. A very important fact to point out is that confidence should never become overbearing and egocentric. Every organization has its own […]

Jennifer Aniston has “more confidence than ever”. The ‘Cake’ star – who tied the knot with “best friend” Justin Theroux – feels more self-assured than she has in the past. She said: “When it comes to relationships, I’m a late bloomer. But I’ve learnt from my mistakes, am comfortable in my own skin and have more confidence that ever. In Justin, I have met my best friend – that’s the icing on the cake! “He […]

  Children who are hesitant to try new food even during their adolescence may have a poor diet and also suffer from low self-esteem and anxiety problems, suggests new research. However, forcing them to try these food at the dining table against their will may also backfire, the researchers warned. To avoid this problem it is important that there exists a strong parental bond with the child, said researcher Edurne Maiz from University of the […]

In today’s world, women are often victims of critical judgment, media pressure and bullying. The question that many women ask is, how can I develop self worth? The answer to that question is altogether simple and complicated. Many people associate the word “worth” with money. Self-worth is NOT about how much you are worth in dollar figures. Self-worth is believing that you are a worthy individual because of who you are, not because of how […]

We’ve been blessed with such beautiful sunny, warm weather this whole year here in in Vancouver, B.C. and now we are also lucky enough to be having an Indian Summer! YAY! Makes for a perfect time of year to pack up my furry son DeeOgee, load up my bike and head out to one of the most beautiful parts of our province 🙂 The Sunshine Coast is the perfect getaway from the Lower Mainland, it’s […]

Life is about memories, not diamonds! When it’s payday and that direct deposit hits your account, you tend to swipe your card more in a day than your thumb swipes through Facebook, Instagram and Tinder combined. The instant gratification that comes along with the hefty price tags on new clothes, trendy sneakers and expensive jewelry is satisfying enough to be considered an actual addiction. But it’s crucial for us to remember the importance of investing […]

By: Julie Rainbow Life isn’t always fair. Accidents happen, marriages end, businesses fail and loved ones pass on. When your world crumbles, it’s difficult to keep yourself intact. Believe me: I’ve been there. After the financial betrayal of my ex-husband, I lost my award-winning business, went bankrupt and had to accept that my marriage was a lie. I very nearly came undone. But I still had two children to educate and provide for. I had […]

Many of us have felt, at some point, that we haven’t truly earned our accomplishments. Part of impostor syndrome’s power is believing that the ultra-successful never feel like frauds. Well, the next time you feel that way, consider Natalie Portman’s speech to graduating Harvard seniors. During the Class Day address Wednesday, Portman revealed how much self-doubt she battled after she enrolled in Harvard following the release of “Star Wars: Episode 1.” “Today I feel much […]