Surviving incredible life conditions taught me a lot — The last year has been rough. With businesses running low and markets crashing, my family isn’t having the best time. We had to face a lot of challenges, physically and mentally. One of those challenges was living in a one-bedroom house for nearly two months. If you’re wondering why that’s…

“The first three hours of your day can make you or break you.” And that’s that. Your morning is a reflection of how your whole day will look like. So its really important to set your mind on the right things in the morning. …

People look at me confused when I give them advice. After all, what would a fifteen-year-old girl know about life? In all seriousness, I have had my fair share of experiences. There are lessons I’ve learned easily, and others I had to learn the incredibly hard way. You probably are…

It’s not just about having a toolbox. — My mother always used to tell me: “People measure you by present potential. Develop skills that can earn you a living, no matter where you are.” Now, this stuck with me for years. I didn’t want to be useless. And it’s valid advice- this world isn’t easy to live in…

#4 Try smiling slower — You’re probably wondering, why am I so terrible with people? I do hope by the end of this article, you are well on your way with the answer to that question. Here’s five tips that have personally helped my excel in conversations with actual humans, backed with research. …

Takeaways from survivors of one of the most brutal times in history — I have recently started reading a ton of books, mostly relating to the massive war that began in 1940. What did I learn? Well, besides a little French, German and Dutch, I discovered bravery, courage and resilience all over again. And I learned the meaning of oppression and suffering. My…

Why many of us are mistaken about God’s love — We often are lead to believe in a serious God. The Almighty God who punishes whom he wills and tests you till you weaken, yet expect you to keep your faith- someone who looks down at you and considers you a sinner. Yet, no one knows a God who loves…

Why listening is SO underrated — One of my biggest goals in life is to draw attention to listening- because it is seriously ignored in our current world. People highlight the speakers and sideline the listeners. Confident people are considered as those who speak up. Listening requires patience. They intertwine with each other- people who listen…

Make yourself more aware of what’s going on — Firstly, what is mindfulness? It is when you are aware. That’s it. You are not in your head, wandering away- you’re right here, at this moment. Mindfulness is simply being focused on reality. There is a lot of good stuff that comes in the mindfulness package! The first has to…