Learned and born from painful memories of the past throughout our lives, defences are meant to keep us safe from further traumas. Sometimes they succeed, undoubtedly. But they also accomplish a wide range of side items most do not recognize. They prevent intimacy, keep us isolated, and can lead to a cycle of continual negative feelings. They build self-imposed walls. …
How to Effectively Deal with Criticism and Shame
Criticism is a natural part of life which can help strengthen whatever you do. The word usually has a negative connotation, but not all criticism is bad. At work, a piece of writing is corrected by your supervisor to be stronger, clearer, and have more meaning. You learn from these criticisms on how to improve, and aim for the future …
The Single Most Valuable Tool in Self-Improvement
I am convinced that there is one thing above all else that will rocket someone’s progress in developing and improving themselves. It has nothing to do with reading a certain book, integrating a belief, or using a technique… Give up? It’s writing a journal. Reasoning Behind Writing a Journal In weight training, the best way to see …
The Work-Reward Productivity Cycle Method
Fuck I don’t want to write that paper! God I just can’t bring myself to clean those dishes. Ahhh I don’t want to go to the gym! Sound familiar? Why is it that things we have to do, or things that are good for us are SO hard to get done? Why can’t our brain just let us …