self esteem

Erik Erikson, a German psychoanalyst, developed eight psychosocial stages of development that he identified in his book "Childhood and Society," published in 1950. Each stage offers a challenge and an opportunity for personal growth.…

If you want your children to lead healthy lifestyles, you need to show them the way to do it. You can model proper behavior, eating habits and exercise routines. You can enroll them in sports or fitness classes. And you can also teach…

Dealing with being petite can be challenging. Think about the hardships when it comes to buying clothes, shoes and being among those who are a lot taller than you. It can even get unpleasant especially when people make comments that seem…

Codependency is probably more prevalent in our society than one can imagine. It's a quiet disorder that many people live with, believing they are just unhappy or unlucky or unworthy. If there is a codependent in your life, there are some…

A victim is someone who's relinquished control over some part of their lives to something or someone else. It can be a partner in a relationship, a family member, an activity or an institution. You can stop being a victim only when you…

Whether you had siblings or parents who told you weren't good enough, or it is simply a complex you developed on your own, you should rid yourself of any feelings you have of inferiority. It can lead to a sad life, and taking dangerous and…

When work has you down, it might be tempting to quit your job and start looking for a new career path. Before doing this, however, consider trying to apply feng shui to your workspace to see if your environment, not your job, is the true…

Depression is a disorder caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. It manifests in both physical and emotional symptoms. Fatigue, nausea, sadness and an inability to concentrate are just a few of the many symptoms of depression. It's…

Sometimes life doesn't always go the way you wish. When life throws you curve balls, it's easy to stress out and have negative thoughts. However, being negative in a stressful situation won't make your predicament better. You must rid…

It can often be difficult to remain upbeat and positive in modern society. The media is full of depressing stories, and many people around you may be negative because of concerns over their careers, health, relationships or the world in…