Article #917
Humans seek meaning as a necessary means for survival. In part, people do this through their creative ability to rationalize. It may be considered that a part of seeking meaning has to do with maintaining consistency and inner balance at any cost. Sometimes individuals create the need to defend and rationalize decisions and actions, even if they are wrong. Seeking meaning is part of the process of inner and outer growth.

Article #913
There are many ways that psychology can distort our perception of reality. The mind’s regret avoidance defense mechanism may trigger psychological distortion to mask issues we may have a hard time coming to terms with.

Article #911
When individuals do improvisation exercises they fall into the moment of expression and creation, forgetting to judge and be self-critical and instead follow the impulse of instantly responding to what is in the moment. This activity has an amazing effect on developing belief in oneself.

Article #882
When you understand that you have control over nothing, your response can be despair or detachment. Passion acts with great enthusiasm, extraordinary intensity, and deep feelings. Detachment lets go of all concern for the results of the action.

Article #870
Your creativity is something you need and use in all aspects of your life but it does require a high energy level to produce the best results! Read further to uncover 3 reasons why the early stages of most days are the most fertile in terms of being more creative for most people!

Post #866
Friday Video: TED Talk – In the US, 80% of girls have been on a diet by the time they’re 10 years old. In this honest, raw talk, neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt uses her personal story to frame an important lesson about how our brains manage our bodies, as she explores the science behind why dieting not only doesn’t work, but is likely to do more harm than good.

Article #865
Activities, especially arts-related activities, for children early on are important; they have been proven to boost a child’s self-image. Whether in an individual setting or as part of a group, arts and creativity in education improves a child’s confidence. If an individual develops low self-esteem at a young age they may find it harder and harder to keep up with life’s demands later on; in families, at school, socially, and in a career.

Article #857
Why do people complain? What is it they want or hope for when they complain?

Article #855
This article explains what hypnosis is, how it works, and how it can help you.

Article #854
To be around someone who always thinks that they are a victim can be very difficult; it is even more uncomfortable for the person who feels that they are the victim.