Choose A Path That Inspires You

Choose A Path That Inspires You

If you’re looking for growth and for meaning of any kind you need to be honest with yourself. Honest to the point that you make proper sacrifices and openly reveal yourself to the world. If the world doesn’t know what you’re seeking – if you don’t ask for it, then how does it know what…

If Only We Could Turn Back Time

If Only We Could Turn Back Time

If only we could turn back time, would we change the things of our past or let them be as they are? Does time moving forward signify that we can’t go back to the better days that we believe are behind us? It’s nice sometimes to speculate about going back in time to improve things…

You Must Be The Change You Wish To See In This World

You Must Be The Change You Wish To See In This World

Mahatma Gandhi, a global peacemaker and Indian activist taught us many important lessons in his lifetime, but one of his most profound contributions was his empowerment of others. In a quote he said, “You must be the change you wish to see in this world”. He knew that his vision could not reach fruition unless…

If You’re Afraid Of Life You Need To Hear This!

If You’re Afraid Of Life You Need To Hear This!

Are you afraid that your life might not work out the way you want it to or the way you envisioned it? Do you ever feel like the position you are in right now could be so much better? Are you afraid that you might not measure up or that your life may not leave…

The Power of Prayer

The Power of Prayer

Prayer can change a situation. Prayer can change your life. Whenever I have found myself consistently praying on a day-to-day basis for extended periods of time those have been the happiest times of my life, I seemed free of my worries and more grateful for the things that I had in life. There’s something about…

I’m Back! I’m Writing Again :)

I’m Back! I’m Writing Again :)

I forgot how much I loved my writing, it was my rock in times of worry and my celebratory release in victory. I’ve been away from my writing for a couple of months now because I faded away from what was important to me. I stopped placing priority on my writing and for that I…

A Boat Only Sinks When The Situation On The Outside Gets On The Inside

A Boat Only Sinks When The Situation On The Outside Gets On The Inside

We have control over our thoughts and it is our thoughts that create our reality. Therefore, we have control over our reality. What we believe into existence is who we become. So why do we back away from challenges that help us to grow when we know that it’s best for us? When we speak…

Burning Away Our Old-Self To Make Way For The New

Burning Away Our Old-Self To Make Way For The New

My deepest fear is not that I’m incapable – my deepest fear is that I may never reach the potential of my capabilities. I’m afraid that I may let time pass by and make no real progress because I’m too lazy or holding on to some egotistical view of the world. What I do know…

What I Learned By Asking For Help – By Tysheira

What I Learned By Asking For Help – By Tysheira

Tysheira shares an inspiring reflection on her life. She emphasises the importance of seeking help. Asking for help is not weakness, in fact it is strength in knowing that we can be better versions of ourselves if we team up with those around us. “Sometimes taking a break helps you to regroup and gain clarity…

Spending Valentine’s Day Alone (Part 1)

Spending Valentine’s Day Alone (Part 1)

~See Part 2~ You might be spending today alone, with no soulmate and nobody you can call your partner in crime, but don’t be so hard on yourself. You are where you need to be right now and God has a special plan for you. Love is not just romantic, it comes in many forms…

Lucent en Tenebris: How I Learned to Shine in the Darkness – Maria’s Story

Lucent en Tenebris: How I Learned to Shine in the Darkness – Maria’s Story

Maria shares her story of courage to raise awareness for mental health, particularly in her state of Florida, which ranks 50th (out of the 50 US States) in mental health care. Maria’s message to ‘rise up’ is an inspiring one for all who are afraid to speak of their own mental health experiences. Maria plans…

Setting Our Shame Free –  Riah’s Message

Setting Our Shame Free – Riah’s Message

This is a message from Riah about the importance of self worth. She has been fantastic enough to share her experiences to help others. I think that the message she shares is truly inspiring. I hope it can inspire you too!

Ann’s Insight – Facing Fear

Ann’s Insight – Facing Fear

I want to open up to you a little bit – to tell you about fear. Fear is not weakness, but a yearning for unconditional love. It’s a desire to want things to be a certain way but having no way of being certain whether they are possible. You can dream about having an understanding…

Keeping Your Mental Health In Check During the Christmas Period

Keeping Your Mental Health In Check During the Christmas Period

As it happens, one of the most beautiful and spirited times of the year can also be one of the hardest and most challenging for some. Whether spending it without a loved one for the first time, or broken hearted, alienated and alone – it can all be quite difficult. I’m speaking from a vantage…

Calling All Mental Health Writers

Calling All Mental Health Writers

Have you experienced a time in your life when you dealt with a mental challenge? – anxiety, depression or loss, to name a few. Did you learn any mechanisms for coping that you would like to share? Do you love to write about psychology and the mind? Do you have a desire to inspire others? …

Let’s speak up about Mental Health: A Feature Article From ‘Izzy’
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Let’s speak up about Mental Health: A Feature Article From ‘Izzy’

It’s important that we can learn from the experiences of others on our pursuit for growth and quality of life. This was a remarkable example of how being open about our struggles can go a long way towards our healing. Thanks Izzy for sharing this message: What’s stopping you from living a happy life? “Mental…

Find Your Sacred Place In The Midst Of Chaos

Find Your Sacred Place In The Midst Of Chaos

In the midst of chaos, seek to find peace in all you do. Look for beauty in the small things and be proud of the small goals you achieve each day. In all honesty, there are so many ways to find peace and respond to a situation that calms the flame of chaos surrounding it….

Distinctiveness And Consistency – The Building Blocks of Neural Pathways
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Distinctiveness And Consistency – The Building Blocks of Neural Pathways

The transportation of signals to and from the brain is done by these remarkable things called ‘neurons’. They are scattered throughout the body (largely the brain) in magnificent networks that join up at critical points to form the basis of neural pathways. Neural pathways are responsible for transmitting the information we have stored so that…

Self Discipline Is Driven By Love
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Self Discipline Is Driven By Love

Love can inspire us to do so many amazing things. The beauty of love is that it comes in many forms too – there is romantic love, familial love and self love, to the name the most prominent. It’s these types of love that will ultimately be the reason ‘why’ we choose to pursue particular…

Sometimes I Wish I Could Take Away Other People’s Pain – But I Shouldn’t
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Sometimes I Wish I Could Take Away Other People’s Pain – But I Shouldn’t

If I was a superhero I’d want to have one power – to take away the pain of others without placing it on myself. That’s the dream. Sometimes you see someone hurting, and all you want to do is help, but you don’t know how, or you can’t – or you fear that helping them…

Water being poured into a glass as a symbol of the mental traumas we carry and must let go of
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“A Glass of Water” An Inspirational Story

The longer we hold onto our worries, the more they begin to hurt us. This is a short video that exemplifies the importance of letting go of the thoughts, feelings and emotions that hold us back and cause us mental trauma. It’s okay to think about them occasionally, but understand their lessons and move past…

Our Thoughts Create Our Reality

Our Thoughts Create Our Reality

What we think, is what we are. Our thoughts can be equally as helpful to our development as they can be detrimental. These can be thoughts of our own self image, of others and of the world around us. Our thoughts can be the difference between seeing hills or mountains or between seeing man and…

The Importance of Faith In Overcoming Helplessness
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The Importance of Faith In Overcoming Helplessness

“We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us” (Philippians 4:13). That’s a quote that gets me on the right path each day. When I have doubts, I look to God for inspiration and I pray that he guides me – not to immediate success, but guides me to a better version of myself…

Knowing Your Direction & Having a Plan Can Reduce Anxiety and Feelings of Overwhelm
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Knowing Your Direction & Having a Plan Can Reduce Anxiety and Feelings of Overwhelm

If I don’t plan I often get lost so easily and I stray away from anything productive, I become anxious about the future and overwhelmed at the number of tasks that I need to complete to achieve my grand ambitions. That’s why if you ever saw me, you might notice that I’m constantly writing down…

A person cutting a. par that says "I can't do it" to signify that they have control over their personal development journey
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Those Who Say They Can and Those Who Say They Can’t Are Both Usually Right

Understanding Henry Ford’s Powerful Message A remarkable quote from a man named Henry Ford – the father of the Ford Motor Company. But what exactly was he trying to say? Maybe a little bit about belief and how it can go quite a long way. Maybe how those who say they can set themselves up…

10 Rules For Life: Rule #10 – THERE IS NO REASON NOT TO FOLLOW YOUR AMBITIONS, SO MAKE TIME FOR THE IMPORTANT THINGS
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10 Rules For Life: Rule #10 – THERE IS NO REASON NOT TO FOLLOW YOUR AMBITIONS, SO MAKE TIME FOR THE IMPORTANT THINGS

Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc. said in one of his most famous Harvard University addresses, “If you lived each day as if it was your last, someday you’ll most certainly be right.” For the last 33 years of his life, Steve would look in the mirror each day and ask himself, “If today were…

10 Rules For Life: Rule #9 – WORK HARD AT WHAT YOU BELIEVE IS YOUR PASSION – THE WORLD WILL HANDLE THE REST
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10 Rules For Life: Rule #9 – WORK HARD AT WHAT YOU BELIEVE IS YOUR PASSION – THE WORLD WILL HANDLE THE REST

Maybe there’s stuff you don’t want to do, but you know that it’s good for you in the long run. Like exercising or budgeting or reading or cleaning, some stuff just sucks, and I get it. We feel like the effort we put into these challenging things may not yield immediate results, and that is…

10 Rules For Life: Rule #8 – YOU DON’T NEED A LOT TO BE GREAT
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10 Rules For Life: Rule #8 – YOU DON’T NEED A LOT TO BE GREAT

We can make a lot from a little. Let that sink in… It’s a thought that I live by and I hold onto it with every strength that I have because it drives me to realise that I can make something of myself and pursue my goals right now, with the things that I presently…

10 Rules For Life: Rule #7 – IT’S BETTER  TO BE READY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY AND NOT HAVE ONE THAN TO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY AND NOT BE PREPARED
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10 Rules For Life: Rule #7 – IT’S BETTER TO BE READY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY AND NOT HAVE ONE THAN TO HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY AND NOT BE PREPARED

Working towards something we cannot see or feel or hold is a definite challenge for us as humans. Our minds are wired to work towards certain goals we set for ourselves but we can often lose sight of these because the things that we are passionate about or enjoy doing don’t seem to fit in…