self-improvement

  1. Wellness

    Love yourself this Valentine's Day

    By Sarah W. Caron on Feb 7, 2013
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    On Valentine's Day, we often think of all the people we love and try to make the day special for them. But this year, add another...
  2. Stress

    How stress distorts your self-image and ways to break the vicious cycle

    By Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW on Jan 26, 2013
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    There are plenty of reasons why stress is not good for your physical health, but it's also not good for your mental health. When...
  3. Books

    New year, new you: Best self-improvement books

    By Lisa Steinke on Dec 28, 2012
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    New Year's is just days away. And if you're like most, you have at least one resolution. So we've found the best books that will...
  4. Happiness & Friendship

    Fierce women: The power of a soft warrior brings happiness

    By Kimberly Wagner on Dec 12, 2012
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    I never wanted to be a wimpy woman. I’ve always been drawn to strong women—aren’t you? A refined strength has an alluring appeal. I...
  5. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    Alpha Women: L.A. photographers ready to take a bold leap

    By Karen Hawthorne on Nov 9, 2012
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    Looking for some inspiration? Los Angeles photographers Jennifer Hoffman and Marisa Gallegos, of Esme & Eve, will take a leap of...
  6. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    My life is in shambles: How to restart and put things in order

    By Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW on Nov 5, 2012
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    So, something happened, and you realized that your life is a disaster. How do you pick up from here? Here are four things you can do...
  7. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    How to discover your strengths

    By Elaina Verhoff on Oct 22, 2012
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    Do you ever wonder if you're doing what you're supposed to be doing with your life? What if you have talents that could lead you...
  8. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    The science of thought: How changing your thoughts can change your health

    By Elaina Verhoff on Apr 2, 2012
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    We’ve all heard about the power of positive thinking, but can changing your thoughts really impact your health? Can you wipe out...
  9. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    Women’s intuition: How it can save your life

    By Colleen Crane, MSW, LCSW on Jan 9, 2012
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    Ever have the feeling that you should do something because your life depended on it? That’s your intuition. Following your...
  10. Self Improvement & Mental Health

    Injuries happen: What you can learn from getting hurt

    By Angie Miller, MS on Nov 23, 2011
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    While I can’t say that I’m an adrenaline junkie, for whatever reason, being on vacation makes me want to experience adventure that I...
  11. Stress

    6 Simple stress-busting strategies for summer

    By Jessica Padykula on May 30, 2011
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    Summer is no time to let stress get the best of you. There’s fresh air to enjoy, sunshine to soak up (while wearing sunscreen, of...
  12. Losing Weight

    Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition

    By Linda Melone, CSCS on May 24, 2011
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    If you've ever struggled to fit into your skinny jeans, you know the frustration of shedding those last five pounds. Imagine that...
  13. Wellness

    Does your mother influence your body image?

    By Linda Melone, CSCS on Feb 18, 2011
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    If you look in the mirror and see unwanted pounds, does your mother's voice pop into your head, reprimanding you for eating too many...
  14. Career Advice

    3 Ways to take control of your career

    By Pam Lassiter on Feb 4, 2011
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    Career control is not an illusion. It just takes counter-intuitive strategies that will give you a career vision and build your...
  15. Career Advice

    Top 5 tips for women entrepreneurs

    By Nellie Akalp on Feb 4, 2011
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    Will 2011 be the year you begin your business? With a new year upon us, it’s a perfect opportunity to focus on your goals and turn...
  16. Career Advice

    How to manage your emotions at work

    By Alberto Villoldo, PhD on Feb 4, 2011
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    It's natural for you to feel angry or sad at different times and sometimes for no reason whatsoever. No amount of positive thinking...
  17. Losing Weight

    Weight gain: Are your emotions to blame?

    By Dr Ben Michaelis on Feb 3, 2011
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    For many of us, the start of a new year usually means the start of a new diet. We are bombarded with ads promoting diet programs...
  18. Happiness & Friendship

    Overcome toxic emotions to improve your relationships

    By Alberto Villoldo, PhD on Jan 27, 2011
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    You are always in relationship with another, be it your beloved, your family, the taxi driver or yourself. Relationships bring out...
  19. Exercise & Fitness

    Finding motivation for your exercise routine

    By Linda Spangle on Jan 19, 2011
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    Motivation is funny. For one thing, it always seems to leave right in the middle of a good weight-loss program. You were doing so...
  20. School & Education

    Teaching our kids the art of creativity

    By Dr Ben Michaelis on Jan 17, 2011
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    As parents we often put a tremendous emphasis on our kids doing well in school. A good education is important, but academic learning...