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To Love Oneself is the Beginning of a Lifelong Romance

Stay in or Leave a Relationship

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An A-to-Z Guide to Achieving Your Dreams

When Grieving a Sudden Loss

22 Positive Habits of Happy People

Do I Have PTSD?

Are You a Victim of Domestic Abuse?

7 Genuine Ways to Practice Gratitude

As a Man Thinketh in His Heart, So Shall He Be

The 5 Qualities to Help You Stay Strong

Choose Happiness

Relationship Rescue

Discovering the Courage Within

Communication 101…Stop and Listen

7 Ways to Recover When the Election Result Is Not What You Hoped For

Positive Solutions to Dealing With Tragedy and Pain

Boost Your Confidence

Rev Up Your Emotional Metabolism

How to Spot a Child Molester

10 Steps to Self-Care

Proven Strategies for Releasing Negative Thoughts

Finding Courage in Times of Need

Bumps in the Road – Overcoming the Hurdles in Your Life

9 Ways to Let Go of Stuck Thoughts

14 Principles to Thrive!

Overcoming Addiction

Personal Relationship Values

5 Tips for a Happier Life

Common Discipline Mistakes

How Do I Get the Spark Back into My Marriage

Four Questions to Reboot Your Relationship

If You’re Feeling Suicidal.

25 Ways to Beat the Blues

Losing Your Temper with Your Child? 8 Steps to Help You

How to Choose a Therapist for You

Trust Your Gut

ABC’s of a Richer Life

Human Trafficking

Overcoming Fear

Affair-Proof Your Marriage

The Seven Tools for Purposeful Parenting

Red Flags to Look for in a Relationship

Gratitude

Coping Skills for the Holidays

Coping with Grief

Take Care of Yourself During Times of Crisis and Trauma

Getting Through the Grieving Process

Forgiving Yourself After the Loss of a Loved One

How to Help Children Cope with Trauma

Understanding and Managing the Stress Response

Stop Attracting the Wrong Thing and Live the Life You Want

Tips on How to Discover and Fulfill Your Dreams

Thinking of Changing Careers?

Three Most Important Elements to Creating Positive Change

Failure as Feedback

Seven Steps to Reaching Your Goals

How to Build Confidence and Peace of Mind

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Think Outside the Box

So, where in your life do you confine yourself inside the box? Are there certain areas of your life that you are remaining comfortable, even though you may desire more? Do you feel there are very specific rules when it comes to making life changes? Those individuals who are truly successful say time and time again that they needed to think outside the box. They knew they needed to try what others weren’t. They needed to be willing to take risks in order to move ahead. I am very comfortable thinking outside the box. When I follow others and try to conform to their belief system or way of doing things, I feel extremely confined and uncreative. Whether you are too comfortable in a bad relationship, or you are unhappily secure in your current job, there are always opportunities to expand and find your own rhythm. Being comfortable is ok if that is what you are striving for. If, however, you are feeling bored, unenthusiastic, or confined with your life, then it may be time to take a step outside of the box you have created for yourself. Do you know people that constantly raise the bar and try new things? Are you a bit envious? Sometimes thinking outside the norm and then acting on these feelings makes you feel alive again. Just remember that you are the only one who can create a box around yourself, just as you are the only one that can step outside the self-imposed box. Your choice!

1. Any boxes?

What boxes do you surround yourself by? Remaining in an unhealthy relationship for fear of being alone?  Are you staying “as is” at work instead of pushing yourself and exploring your strengths? Are you content with your current friends, even if they aren’t the most positive and supportive group? Just take a step back from your life and see what comes to mind. You need to acknowledge this first before you are able to move forward.

2. Deep rooted desires

Maybe deep down you have desired certain things out of your life, but you’ve never given yourself the support or opportunity to explore them. Are you too comfortable in certain areas of your life and are you wanting to push the boundaries a bit? Write down what thoughts you have had in the past, the ones you have either ignored or pushed aside.

3. Time to act

You obviously don’t want to act on all your desires at once. Pick and choose the ones that take top priority, and take small steps first. By taking small risks, you will boost your confidence and begin to see real results. These results will build your momentum so that you can take larger risks. You will realize fairly quickly that stepping outside your self-imposed boxes will lighten you up emotionally, while giving you the boost to make changes that you’ve desired for a while.

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