Why Don’t You Try Something New?
What does it mean to try something new? For some, it may mean learning a new sport. For others, it could be trying new food. Whatever it means to you, the principle is the...
What does it mean to try something new? For some, it may mean learning a new sport. For others, it could be trying new food. Whatever it means to you, the principle is the...
Assertiveness is an important skill for effective communication as an adult. Assertiveness allows you to advocate for yourself and your needs in a healthy way. Some people interpret assertiveness as hostility or rudeness. Many...
by Yohan Acosta · Published January 8, 2021 · Last modified January 11, 2021
When meeting new people for the first time, you’re bound to get bogged down in small talk. When you take charge of the conversation and turn it into something more interesting, you quickly...
You have personal boundaries, but they don’t seem to be working. You still feel like people are taking unfair advantage of you. Your self-esteem is taking constant hits, and the criticism is unending. What...
Why is it so hard to talk to anyone? Oddly enough, we’re communicating all the time. But living in the era of direct messages, tweets, emails, and texts, it’s becoming harder and harder to...
Self Esteem & Confidence / Happiness
by Yohan Acosta · Published March 22, 2020 · Last modified March 24, 2020
Creativity is something we all use in some form. However, many believe they aren’t creative. But did you know that creativity can be developed and improved? The best way to do that is through...
I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Your body language speaks louder than the words you speak. Don’t believe me? What if you’re having a conversation with an old friend and...
Self Esteem & Confidence / Happiness
by Yohan Acosta · Published November 13, 2019 · Last modified November 14, 2019
This quote reminded me of my parents. Growing up, I witnessed how they would give their all to help those around them. When I was young, I never quite fully understood why...
by Yohan Acosta · Published November 12, 2018 · Last modified January 14, 2019
Is being shy automatically built into our systems? We cannot be sure but the good thing is that we can overcome it. Severe shyness can lead to extreme antisocial behavior. A little shyness can also be...
Self Esteem & Confidence / Dating & Relationship
by Yohan Acosta · Published November 4, 2018 · Last modified January 20, 2019
Even though you may not think much about it, it always feels good when someone takes the time and makes the effort to help you feel better about yourself. Whether it’s a compliment, gesture,...