Way back in the days when I was growing up, these were not words that were shared around dinner table conversations in most homes. Sure, my parents promoted positive self-esteem for me and my brother, but not in the way you see it plastered across social media today. In fairness, there was no such thing as social media when I was a kid (or adolescent, or young adult—that’s how old I am!...

There is not always a ‘one size fits all’ approach to happiness, the things that make you happy can be different to the next person. However, science can provide some insight into ways that can help everyone to become happier in general. Before we look further into this, let us take some time to understand what the notion of happiness is. What is Happiness? Psychologists have been researching happiness for a long time and they have come up with a fairly recent branch of Psychology called Positive Psychology with the aim to look deeper into happiness....

This fantastic infographic is a great guide on how to fix a phone that fell in water. The biggest key is to dry it in rice, which will pull all the moisture from it. Don’t turn it back on or charge it until it is dry and don’t use a heat source like a blow drier to fix a phone that fell in water because you might damage the electronic components....

Recognizable? Many people are looking for ways on how to fix their sleep schedules. It’s a hot topic—and it should be. One study showed that not sleeping enough is basically like being drunk. When they measured the accuracy in shooting a target in the military after sleeping a certain amount of hours, they found that men who slept for more than 7 hours had an accuracy of 98%. For those who slept 6 hours, the accuracy dropped to 50%....

I have been there. I know how it feels to get stuck and having nowhere to go. Yes, you may feel lost and don’t know how to come out from that hole. One thing I know though is that you can always get out and find a solution. It all starts with changing your thoughts and actions. These steps are not hard but can be a simple success formula which when taken can create lasting changes in your life....

But did you know there are two types of skills that you can get across that show your suitability for the job? And not everyone gets both across effectively in order to make the best impression. The Two Types of Skills That Determine Your Suitability for a Job The skills we have can be categorised into hard skills and soft skills. But what is the difference? Hard skills are those that show our specific abilities and knowledge through education and previous work experience....

For most people, a wireless router is just a way to share your broadband Internet connection across the several computers and wifi-enabled devices in your house. Your router is not just a point of connection to your cable or DSL modem, though – it connects every other computer and device in your house in one big network. With not much work at all, you can easily take advantage of this to make home-wide backups simple, to centralize your music collection, to share household files and services, and even to operate computers on other rooms....

This is all very well and good until something strange happens, your inner drive kicks in, you recognise that you’ve stopped growing and the fear of responsibility has taken over. It can be an unnerving experience to realize you’ve mentally given in to fear, doubt and worry that keeps you from pursuing your greatest capacity and expression of self. In this article I’ll outline some of the most powerful action steps you can take immediately to give your life a giant boost in the right direction to choosing the hard road, overcoming challenges and expanding your capabilities; so you can start to accept responsibility....

An important speech can be a worry. The keys for success are good preparation and confident delivery. If you have prepared your talk well and memorised the key points then you are ready to give a great performance. And it is a performance. Giving a talk should be much more than simply conveying information – it involves an element of drama and of theatre. Here are some tips: 1. Be confident....

For those of you who are unfamiliar with depression, depression is a mental illness, and can be mild or severe in nature. It is characterized by a persistent somber mood and a lack of interest or excitement in life and activities. Clinically speaking, depression can be mild, moderate, or severe in presentation. To be officially diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder, as noted in the DSM-5, a person must consult with and be under treatment from a mental health professional....

Little Suzy recently started Kindergarten. Within the first several days of school, the teacher noticed that Suzy was quite defiant when asked to follow instructions in the classroom. The teacher would ask the students to gather on the rug for circle time and Suzy would say no, and refuse to stop playing with toys in the corner of the classroom. Suzy has been erupting at school and yelling at other children....

Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep your nanny happy on the job and minimize the possibility she’ll leave. We’ll explain the signs to watch out for and offer some helpful tips. While everyone has an occasional bad day, if you notice your nanny regularly exhibiting the following behaviors, it may be a warning sign she’s feeling overwhelmed by her job. Changes in Behavior Sudden changes in behavior may be a sign your nanny is burning out....

Because of the 6-15 second screenings, your resume needs a different approach. For years, the conventional narrative was facts: job titles, tenures, education, etc. Now a resume needs to be more. It needs to be a narrative, because a narrative will convey who you are. Facts can’t do that. Employers want to know who you are — and whether that person is someone they’d want. In those 15 seconds, then, you need to make that employer remember you and want to advance you in the process....

Historically speaking, people once used the cider press, a non-mechanical device, to squeeze out the juice from apples – and they would just call that apple cider. From there, employers could pay their employees with it, and pay rent or other obligations. We’ve come a long way since the days apple cider was used as a form of commerce. Apple cider also has a different meaning today: it’s a spiced apple drink – not just apple juice....

You get back from work. You’re tired. It was a long day. You know there’re things you could do, to get out of the rut you’re in. But, let’s be honest. You really would rather relax, sit down and chill for a bit. Grab a snack. Watch your favourite show. By the time you’ve done that, the day’s over. There’s just not enough time. To make this worse – you don’t have the energy or willpower to make changes in your life today....

Valentine’s Day. The red hearts make us feel like love and happiness is all around. We see images of couples hugging and gazing into each other’s eyes and we want that. We go shopping at beautifully decorated stores and envision making our loved one feel special and cherished. And, secretly, we hope our partners are thinking and doing the same for us. The spirit behind Valentine’s Day is beautiful. Don’t we all want more of it though?...

Giving a presentation in front of a group of people, including bosses, clients and people worldwide that are connected via teleconference is one of the toughest things you’ll have to do. During such a critical situation the major thing is to MAINTAIN CONFIDENCE. It doesn’t matter if your presentation is good or bad, if you are confident enough only then are you capable of sharing your ideas and can convince others....

In 5 years, I have figured out how to rise to one of the top positions within a government department that has serious competition for the best roles. By rising quickly, I have become the youngest Senior Adviser by far, have doubled my income, and don’t have any particular qualifications. The strategies I’m about to share with you are about how to take your strengths and turn them into an asset for the company you work for....

All of this can lead to a tsunami of tension. Staying focused, calm, and engaged is a struggle. Many people hear this and just shrug their shoulders. “That’s just life. There is no other way to respond when stress boils over,” they conclude. But there are solutions and effective approaches for dealing with even the toughest stress. It just requires you to learn, and then practice, some basic skills. These are the same skills used by Air Force PJs – and if they work to help these guys stay calm, they will definitely work for you and me....

I want you to be able to reach your fullest potential every single day. Even during the days where you relax and recharge, I want you to enjoy every moment. When it comes to reaching your full potential every day, it’s all about planning. If you’re not a good planner, you’ll have to start learning! Those who are good with time management and are organized usually experience a more productive day....