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We are all prone to overthinking sometimes. However, thinking about something longer and harder than nessecary often has a negative impact on our lives. Here are 5 methods to help you deal with overthinking everything.
Does being educated make us happier people? Studies can’t seem to agree on this, so we dove in to find out. Are educated people happier?
Being selfish might be good for you in the short-term future. But this will eventually bite you in the ass. This article is all about how to be less selfish and teaches you about the different types of selfishness you need to know about. A little less selfishness can boost your happiness if you do it right. Here’s how.
Most people see volunteering as a good and noble endeavor, but did you know that there are science-backed benefits of volunteering for your own happiness? It turns out that volunteering is one of the most wholesome ways to increase happiness in the world. This article shows you why and how you should start volunteering.
Everybody says that comparison is the thief of joy. But just how true is this statement. This article is about how comparing yourself to others can affect your happiness. Is it true? Does comparing yourself to others make you less happy?
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Humans are social beings, and friendships are a critical part of our happiness. Although the relationships in our life may seem constant, our social circles are always changing and evolving. In this article, I’ll look at the importance of friendships and why they sometimes fall apart, and introduce you to some tips on how to rekindle a friendship.
Open-mindedness is a wonderful thing, which is probably why we tend to overestimate just how open-minded we are. Open-mindedness requires some self-reflection and sometimes, you might have to face some uncomfortable truths – like how much you don’t know – but the rewards are worth it.
Jealousy is an emotion that’s hardwired from the moment we’re born. However, it doesn’t often help us live happier lives. Here’s how to overcome jealousy and what you can learn from it!
Self-reflection has many benefits that outweigh the potential discomfort, including increases in general well-being and academic performance to name a few. In this article, I will take a look at some of the benefits of self-reflection, as well as some tips on how you can practice it.
We humans like to think that we are honest to ourselves. But are we really? While self-deception can play an important role in protecting our self-esteem, honesty really is the best policy. Here are three examples of why you need self-honesty in your life.