How often have you heard people use the word ‘integrity?’ Be honest; do you know what it means? Even if you do, are you sure that’s all there is to it? Integrity is one of the numerous good virtues that people hope to have. But just as with any other character, it is not easy.…
Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and thought, “This dress would have looked better on me if I wasn’t so fat!” Or what about this thought – “Maybe if I acted more confidently or were a little more like [him or her], I would have been married by now.” Indeed, it might…
In a world filled with uncertainties and challenges, cultivating a positive mindset has become increasingly important for personal growth and well-being. Positive affirmations, simple yet powerful statements, have gained popularity as a tool to foster self-belief, resilience, and happiness. By consciously repeating these affirmations, we can rewire our thinking patterns and cultivate a more positive…
Imagine knocking off the table of drinks at a cocktail party or using the wrong cutlery at a corporate breakfast. This can be excused as a mistake but you probably won’t find it cool being in the gaze of every eye in such a condition. This is the same way a socially awkward person feels…
Verbal communication is not the only form of communication. It is usually more straightforward and you have to open your mouth to pass the message you want to. However, as you speak or listen to someone speak, you express your feelings in form of reactions through body language. Body language includes your stance, gestures, or…
What is narcissism? Narcissism is a mental condition characterized by an exaggerated and excessive sense of self-importance and a constant preoccupation with one’s needs alone with little to no regard for others. People with this disorder are known as narcissists and they feel superior and more important than others because of the façade of self-worth…
The normal and natural definition of guilt has to do with responsibility for wrongdoing or the regret that comes after wrongdoing, however some people suffer from excessive guilt that even goes beyond wrongdoing, these people feel terribly guilty for doing absolutely nothing wrong, sometimes they feel guilty for the mistakes or wrongdoings of others and…
Self-esteem, also known as self-worth or self-respect, is the opinion people have of themselves. When you have healthy self-esteem, you feel good about yourself and see yourself as deserving the respect of others. In psychology, your self-esteem is used to describe your sense of self-worth or personal value. In other words, how much you like…
Self-esteem is a positive or negative orientation toward oneself, an overall evaluation of one’s worth or value. People are motivated to have high self-esteem, indicating positive self-regard, not egotism. Self-esteem is only one component of the self-concept, which Rosenberg defines as the “totality of the individual’s thoughts and feelings concerning himself as an object. Self-esteem…
Not everyone going about their daily activities have a strong sense of trust in their strength and abilities. While some constantly need someone to make them feel happy and validate their actions, some cannot just seem to grasp who they are and what self-worth they possess. Self-confidence is an excellent quality we all need to…
