Confidence gives you the power to conquer the world. Here's how you can learn to be confident in all you do.

Self-confident people are admired by others and inspire confidence in others. They face their fears head-on and tend to be risk takers. They know that no matter what obstacles come their way, they have the ability to get past them. Self-confident people tend to see their lives in a positive light even when things aren't going so well, and they are typically satisfied with and respect themselves.

Wouldn't it be amazing to have this kind of self-confidence, every day of the week? Guess what? You can. Continue reading.

Originally posted on Inc.com.

We all have those relationships that make us feel good and even bring out the best in us. On the other hand, there are also relationships that can completely drain us our creative energy and tempt us to harbor negative feelings.

So, the question is, what do we do?  How do we effectively and compassionately deal with these toxic people, especially if they are people we really love or hold a long history with?

Smartly surviving this up and down battle can be confusing and even exhausting. But, it doesn’t have to be. There are ways you can approach these relationships in a kind, peaceful and compassionate manner. In fact, with practice you can protect your own energy – allowing yourself to project your light outward to them and even help them to transform into their truly happy, positive nature. Continue reading.

Originally posted on Power of Positivity.

See if this rings a bell: You care about your happiness and well being, so you work really hard to eat wholesome foods, get some exercise every day, build in down time and educate yourself on how to stay healthy. Maybe you're so knowledgeable that you have a job helping others look and feel their best (we know there are lots of coaches out there!).

But you can't help noticing a feeling that something's missing. You've kicked the sugar habit, the sitting-too-long habit, the Diet Coke habit, the wine habit and — long ago — that horrific social-smoker habit. That final habit we all share — and we all want to get rid of? Internal trash talk.

In the psych world, it's called "negative self-talk;" the rest of us know it as a little voice in our heads, bashing anything and everything—from the food we ate today to how we acted on a date. You can do everything in your power to be happy, but the self-talk persists and you're down on yourself. Continue reading.

Originally posted on MindBodyGreen.com

Diets are hard. They're restrictive, they're harsh — they're no fun. Is that any way to live? I don't think so. Here are ten small changes that you can incorporate into your everyday life that will bring you long lasting health, balance, and peace.

1. Increase your water intake.

This step alone will likely clear up many of your health issues. Tired at work? A cold glass of water can quickly revitalize you. Headache? Try drinking water before popping an aspirin — you may just be dehydrated. Think about how refreshed you feel after drinking down a tall glass of water.

2. Invest in a blender.

My health completely turned around after I bought my blender. I lost more than 30 pounds and took my running to a whole new level. I love experimenting with fruits, vegetables, and superfood add-ins I've never tried before. I also use my blender to make my own soups and hummus. I highly recommend a good-quality blender for any healthy kitchen. Continue reading.

Originally posted on MindBodyGreen.com

“We learn more by looking for the answer to a question and not finding it than we do from learning the answer itself.” ~Lloyd Alexander

There was a time when I looked at the world without hope. My future felt dark because I didn’t know what I wanted to do. I felt like I was a random player in a chaotic game. I didn’t like it, and I didn’t like life. Luckily, I stumbled onto resources, ideas, and practices that helped me reconnect to my wisdom, my heart, and my interests. I applied what I learned, and clarity emerged. I’ll share what happened and how I gained clarity, but in order to do that, let’s start at the beginning.
The Problem

The problem wasn’t that I didnt know what I wanted to do. It was thinking that I should know what I want. When I think I should know, I put pressure on myself. I feel stressed out, and I feel like I’m not good enough because I haven’t got life figured out. When I accept the present moment as it is, it frees up a tremendous amount of energy. When I stop resisting, I can start living. When I look back at the darkest moments in my life, not only do I see their purpose, but I also see that, deep down, I always knew what step to take next. But at the time I couldn’t see this because my vision was clouded by my fears. Continue reading.

Originally posted on Tiny Buddha.

What Is the Inner Critic? 

When I talk about the inner critic or the voice of “not-me," I'm speaking about the voice in our heads characterized by the 11 qualities that follow. You probably won't notice all 11 qualities in everything your voice of self-doubt says, but you'll usually notice at least a few of these qualities when it speaks.

1. It's harsh, rude, or mean.

When you hear a voice in your head saying harsh things to you that you would never intend to say to a person you love, you're hearing the inner critic.

2. It's binary.

The inner critic is a black-and-white thinker. You are awesome or you are pathetic. You are gorgeous or ugly. You are a fabulous friend or a horrible one. Your dreams are possible or they aren't. When the inner critic speaks, there's usually no room for gray. Continue reading.

Originally posted on MindBodyGreen.com

The often hectic nature of your life can frequently result in forgetfulness. From the moment you wake, you’re already thinking about what you need to do, where you need to be, and how to go about accomplishing the things that demand your attention. Often forgotten in this daily routine are simple realities and truths of life that we all need to remember.

Some truths of your existence can indeed be complex – your purpose, relationships, psychology… but there are also simple, universal truths that you can and should recognize. The recognition and application of these simple truths will make your life flow more easily

Here are 7 easily forgotten simple truths that can help you in your daily life. Continue reading.

Originally posted on Power of Positivity.

I have the incredible honor of working with Louise Hay several times a week and have for more than a decade. You could say I'm her personal health advocate and healer, although we do a variety of things — from yoga and Pilates to nutritional counseling and spiritual healing.

I've watched Louise gracefully traverse life with its magic carpet rides or tumultuous waves. She truly exemplifies what it's like to feel alive and thrive at every age. To me, Louise just grows more beautiful with time.

To celebrate Louise's 88th birthday, I've compiled eight of her easy and profound tips so we too can thrive. Even though this octogenarian who helped pioneer the self-help movement has been setting a shining example for decades, you can start using these tips at any time and in any circumstance. In fact, now is the best moment to begin.

Simply choose one or two of the steps that really resonate with you, and notice the benefits! Your body will thank you. Continue reading

Originally posted on MindBodyGreen.com

“Sometimes the wrong choices bring us to the right places.” ~Unknown

For most of my life, I’ve seen the world in black and white, and I’ve felt constricted and pained as a result.

When I was a young girl, I believed there were good people and bad people, and I believed I was bad.

When I was an adolescent, I believed there was good food and bad food, and because everything tasty fell into the latter category, I channeled the shame from feeling bad into bulimia.

And when I grew into adulthood, I believed there were good decisions and bad decisions, which may sound like a healthy belief system, but this created extreme anxiety about the potential to make the “wrong” choice.

When you see life as a giant chess game, with the possibility of winning or losing, it’s easy to get caught up in your head, analyzing, strategizing, and putting all your energy into coming out victorious. Continue reading.

Originally posted on Tiny Buddha.