Do you have pleasant thoughts and believe you are capable and worthy of love and success? Or do you pick out everything that’s wrong with you and your life? The things you think and tell yourself repeatedly become true for you and can significantly impact your mental health. If your negative self-talk brings you down and makes you feel insecure, positive affirmations for confidence could help. Can Affirmations Boost Confidence?...

Well, they don’t all have to be that way, thank the sweet word wizards. Some biographies manage to tell an interesting tale that doesn’t feel like you’re listening to a dry recitation of “What I Did Last Summer” without any hook murders or Jennifer Love Hewitt in a white tee-shirt in the rain. Some are funny, scintillating, horrifying, unbelievable, and inspiring. They might not be stranger than fiction, because anyone who’s read “A Scanner Darkly” knows that nothing actually is, but at least the 17 best of the best biographies are well worth your time....

If so, it’s important to know that the early days of dating are just that — early days — and while you can’t anticipate everything that will happen between now and your wedding day. If you’re seriously starting to think about what life with him would be like. But before you make any big decisions, you want to make sure he’s really right for you—and not just what you want him to be!...

Can a mortal ask questions which god finds unanswerable? What does eternity feel like when you have no death? These are such questions with no answers which are also mind blowing if we deeply think about them. As we live in an incredibly complicated and mysterious world. There are endless unanswerable questions out there that scientists can’t begin to explain and that we probably won’t have the answers to until long after we’re gone....

To celebrate this meal of meals, this kingly concoction of foodstuffs, we took a long, difficult look around the planet to find the best ways to break your fast and start the day off with a gustatory bang. What we discovered was 21 of the best breakfast foods to be found anywhere. Ackee and Saltfish Popular in Jamaica, and evidence that hashish culture has certain inundated the cuisine, salted cod is mixed with the Ackee fruit in a slurry that looks much like scrambled eggs....

But it also can be a little scary. You may be wildly in love, but you still wonder if you’re making a fully-informed decision — one that will change the course of your life. Marriage is intended as a lifelong commitment, but statistics show that divorce rates remain high. And you don’t want to be a statistic. Couples can often avoid potential disputes and the risk of unhappy marriages by asking the right questions of each other....

Maybe someone else has asked the question for you. Or maybe you’ve wondered why your relationships end with painful break-ups. Maybe the most disturbing thing about those endings is how little they surprise you. Look up “how to know if you have abandonment issues” and you’ll find plenty of content because you’re not alone in this. Let’s take a closer look. What Does Emotional Abandonment Look Like? Emotional abandonment issues in adults can manifest in a variety of ways....

However, the advice given in quality self-help books written by professionals and thought leaders can have a huge positive impact on your life. One of the most important areas for awareness and growth is in your marriage or love relationship. Relationships are a learning lab for developing empathy, healthy communication, intimacy, and trust. Whether or not your relationship is going well, it’s a good idea for couples to read relationship books....

Have you had a conversation with a stranger and could tell, without them saying a word about it, that they were deeply troubled or sad? Do you ever feel so profoundly moved by something beautiful that you start to cry? If any of these ring true for you, you might be an empath — an unusually sensitive person who has a more heightened awareness to subtle stimuli. If you are an empath, you’ve likely known for some time you are different from most people around you....

No matter what your religious beliefs are, there is one thing that everyone can agree on- Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for all the good things in life. If you’re anything like me, Thanksgiving is one of the most dreaded days of the year. I dread the cooking, the shopping, and most of all, the obligatory family gatherings. This year, I’m trying to make the best of it by embracing the festive spirit....

Even when we’re not trying to improve ourselves, personal development happens naturally and spontaneously. We are here to change and grow. Even though we often resist change, it is the only constant in our lives. Who you were ten years ago is not who you are now. Not only do you change physically, you change mentally, spiritually and emotionally, thanks to your choices and experiences. Not everyone has personal development goals in mind as they grow through changes in life....

You were angry, and the words came out before you could stop them. One look at your mother’s face, and the regret washed over you. We’re betting you’ll find something familiar in this collection of hurting mom quotes. What you take from them will depend on your own experiences. And if you’re a mother, now, you’ll see them from both sides. 36 Never Hurt Your Mother Quotes Whether you see the following as quotes about a son hurting his mother or as a collection of when a daughter hurts her mother quotes, you’ll find something relatable in many of them....

It’s not always easy knowing things to cheer up your girlfriend that she’ll recognize as loving and sweet. If you want to know how to cheer up a girl when she’s feeling low, you may need to think of ideas in advance. Or better yet, ask your girlfriend what lifts her spirits and remember what she says when the time comes. Your special lady will appreciate that you put thought and effort into giving her a boost....

When you were a kid, spending time making model airplanes, playing sports, or listening to music were no-brainers. These days, as a busy parent and professional, you might feel pursuing a hobby is indulgent when you have so many other responsibilities. But research shows that active leisure promotes the state of flow, helps you structure your time, fosters new social connections, helps you better cope with stress, and makes you a more interesting person....

You want to write a memorable Christmas message for him, but you’re running short on ideas. Look up “Christmas wishes for boyfriend,” and the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. But so few of them say anything you’d actually write in your boyfriend’s Christmas card. We’d like to change that. What Can I Write in My Boyfriend’s Christmas Card? How do you say Merry Christmas to your boyfriend in a way that communicates how you feel without putting him on the spot....

As you all well know, whenever some new technology surfaces that allows people to create, there’s invariably going to be a group that uses it for…less than orthodox purposes. 3D printing is no exception. Even though the technology is still in its infancy, people have already used 3D printers to create some weird stuff, from mugshots printed using DNA to sculptures of unborn fetuses. Today, we’re going to look at some of the strange 3D printed objects from around the connected world....

You might not necessarily need to take your friends or family to that comedy show and pay a huge amount of money just to laugh for some few minutes; it’s totally possible to learn how to say funny and meaningful things that would make people desire to have you around. These are not jokes you have to crack your head to say, they are some few random things everyone should know....

Maybe you’re anxious about the week ahead, and all you want to do is crawl back into bed. By creating more positive thought patterns about the start of the week, you can transform your attitude about those early Monday mornings. You’ll be able to start your week feeling refreshed, energized, and ready to tackle whatever comes your way. This is where affirmations come in! 75 Monday Affirmations to Prepare for the Week Ahead Maybe you’re wondering: What are affirmations anyway?...

Getting your friends and family to crack up at what comes out of your mouth is a highlight of each day. Sometimes, though, you need a little help thinking of weird things to say to people. So, what are some weird questions to ask? Or what off-the-wall comments will get them laughing even after a rough day? Enjoy the list below. Save the ones that make you smile. What Do You Say to Freak Someone Out?...

But did you know there are several different types of empaths? Maybe you’ve read about levels of empaths, but the word “levels” can be misleading. We’re not here to compare one empath’s abilities to another’s as if they’re in competition. Empathic ability is meant to connect people on a deeper level. It’s just that there are different ways to do this. Understanding The Empath Personality Type The main thing you should know about empaths is they absorb information about other people, things, and the world around them in ways the majority of people typically cannot....