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An affirmation is generated by almost every thought you have. Depending on what you're thinking about, every single thought lends a subconscious opinion to whatever happens to be on your mind. A positive affirmation can be used to…

Words cannot really express how much you should start planning your trip right away. If you need pictures for your reasons, you should Google Devetashka Cave or The Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo or Sunny Beach. Here are the reasons why…

Ruse is the fifth largest city in Bulgaria, located by the Danube river, across the border with Giurgiu, Romania. It's a small city with a lot to offer, so read below to find out what you can do if you ever stop by. It's amazing how such a…

The "stage fright phobia," or more simply "stage fright," is the fear of being in certain places or in certain situations, such as on stage, in front of people. The technical term for this fear is "topophobia" and understanding it and…

Stage fright, or anxiety felt right before performing in front of an audience, is a very common phobia. Athletes, musicians and other performance artists have used a variety of substances (including alcohol and beta blockers) to relieve…

Self-esteem is the amount of confidence you have in yourself, your skills and your abilities. It is a personal barometer for how you feel, and it is often what leads you to strive and achieve. Young girls, especially teens, can take a…

Self-respect, also known as self-esteem, is an important indicator of the overall mental state of a person and often dictates their success. Children are more likely to experience low levels of self-respect due to circumstances in their…

According to the Mayo Clinic, self esteem is shaped by a person's thoughts, relationships and experiences, and having a high self esteem provides an individual with a healthy state of mind. A person's self esteem is her overall opinion of…

Making life fun and interesting creates a happy environment and, therefore, a happier life. There are many ways to make your life a little brighter that don't cost much or anything at all and they don't take much effort, either. Making a…

After a loved one has passed on, watching their birthday come and go every year after can be particularly difficult. Memorializing the birthday of a deceased love one is a wonderful way to keep that person as a permanent part of your life.…