"Be yourself." We've all heard that one before, but it's usually easier said than done. What does being yourself even mean, and how does one do so in a world where everyone is so focused on defining ...

Imagine your dad was a bully. If so, when you were a child, he might have withheld affection and warmth and been quick to be critical if things didn’t go his way. As an adult, you would find yourself ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Aytekin Tank is the founder and CEO of Jotform. Authenticity—we hear the word constantly these days. “The power of authenticity is ...

Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and self-doubt. We explore a practice to help quiet our inner critic with kindness. Description: Self-compassion reduces our feelings of shame and ...

Embracing individuality creates a more vibrant, creative, fulfilling world. Authenticity fosters deeper connections and empowers others to be themselves. Picture this: It’s your first day of school, ...

When you stop running after someday happiness and start making small changes to your life, feeling better and being happier ...

We are often taught to be accountable to others—to follow through on our commitments, meet the expectations set out for us, and show up reliably. Many of us are quite good at this. But what about when ...

Learning to be kind to yourself is a powerful part of the healing journey. We are always with ourselves. We can cause great damage through self-criticism, judgment, ignoring physical and emotional ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) -The Little Women of Excellence’s Beauty Boot Camp kicked off on Friday. The two-day camp gives young girls, who are between eight and eighteen, a chance to learn new skills.