Michelle Rees, Author at Whole Life Challenge https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/author/michelle-manskie/ The Game That Changes Your Whole Life Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:00:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.7 How to Stop Holiday Stress (and Still Love Your Family) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-holiday-stress-and-still-love-your-family/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-holiday-stress-and-still-love-your-family/#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=9118 The holiday season is traditionally portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, where we give thanks for the past and look forward to the future.

In reality, it’s usually a time when we try to squeeze more things — parties, shopping, social activities, food, drinks, gifts — into our already full lives. We often do these things out of a sense of obligation, in the belief they’ll make our loved ones happier and bring us closer together.…

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]]> The holiday season is traditionally portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, where we give thanks for the past and look forward to the future.

In reality, it’s usually a time when we try to squeeze more things — parties, shopping, social activities, food, drinks, gifts — into our already full lives. We often do these things out of a sense of obligation, in the belief they’ll make our loved ones happier and bring us closer together.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-holiday-stress-and-still-love-your-family/feed/ 2 How to Know When Quitting Is the Right Thing to Do https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-know-when-quitting-is-the-right-thing-to-do/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-know-when-quitting-is-the-right-thing-to-do/#comments Tue, 05 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=9220 When were you last congratulated for quitting? Most of us would be hard-pressed to remember such a time. After all, quitting is usually associated with failure, weakness, and giving up. Being labeled a “quitter” is not something many people aspire to.

Instead, our achievement-oriented culture urges us to push through adversity, overcome all obstacles, and strive for success. Yet, quitting — like failure — is a normal part of life.…

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]]> When were you last congratulated for quitting? Most of us would be hard-pressed to remember such a time. After all, quitting is usually associated with failure, weakness, and giving up. Being labeled a “quitter” is not something many people aspire to.

Instead, our achievement-oriented culture urges us to push through adversity, overcome all obstacles, and strive for success.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-know-when-quitting-is-the-right-thing-to-do/feed/ 5 Why You Should Avoid the Quick Fix (and How to Create Real Change) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-you-should-avoid-the-quick-fix-and-how-to-create-real-change/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-you-should-avoid-the-quick-fix-and-how-to-create-real-change/#respond Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=10901 It seems the lure of the quick fix is all around us. Whether it’s the promise of six-pack abs in sixty days, the secret to wrinkle-free skin, the latest “miracle fruit” to melt fat, the genius pill to boost brainpower, the sure-fire way to marry a supermodel, or how to get rich for free — the appeal of instant gratification can feel hard to resist.…

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]]> It seems the lure of the quick fix is all around us. Whether it’s the promise of six-pack abs in sixty days, the secret to wrinkle-free skin, the latest “miracle fruit” to melt fat, the genius pill to boost brainpower, the sure-fire way to marry a supermodel, or how to get rich for free — the appeal of instant gratification can feel hard to resist.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-you-should-avoid-the-quick-fix-and-how-to-create-real-change/feed/ 0 How to Overcome Resistance (and Get What You Want in Life) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-overcome-resistance-get-want-life/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-overcome-resistance-get-want-life/#comments Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:00:02 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=13023 Have you ever tried to make a change in your life — one that is positive, enriching, and constructive — but come up against your own self-defeating behaviors?

Maybe you decided to start exercising, eating well, or sleeping better, yet you felt compelled to act in ways that sabotaged those goals. Or you delayed, procrastinated, and avoided doing things you knew would make your life better, until you got stuck, gave up, or felt the need to take a break.…

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]]> Have you ever tried to make a change in your life — one that is positive, enriching, and constructive — but come up against your own self-defeating behaviors?

Maybe you decided to start exercising, eating well, or sleeping better, yet you felt compelled to act in ways that sabotaged those goals. Or you delayed, procrastinated, and avoided doing things you knew would make your life better, until you got stuck, gave up, or felt the need to take a break.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-overcome-resistance-get-want-life/feed/ 1 How to Reduce Overwhelm and Get Your Life Back https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-reduce-overwhelm-and-get-your-life-back/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-reduce-overwhelm-and-get-your-life-back/#comments Thu, 17 Sep 2020 15:00:01 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=7643 Have you ever had that “Gaahh!” feeling? Like there’s too much on your plate, your brain is frozen, and you’ll tip over the edge if someone asks you to do one more thing?

If so, you’re not alone. Life feels overwhelming at times. Each day can pass in a flurry of activity without ever feeling like you’re getting things done. With so much left to do, you’re not sure how you’ll get through the day, week, month, or year.…

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]]> Have you ever had that “Gaahh!” feeling? Like there’s too much on your plate, your brain is frozen, and you’ll tip over the edge if someone asks you to do one more thing?

If so, you’re not alone. Life feels overwhelming at times. Each day can pass in a flurry of activity without ever feeling like you’re getting things done.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-reduce-overwhelm-and-get-your-life-back/feed/ 2 The Busy Trap and How to Get Out of It https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-busy-trap-and-how-to-get-out-of-it/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-busy-trap-and-how-to-get-out-of-it/#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2020 15:00:30 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=7133 I caught up with an old friend recently. When I asked how she was, she replied “Busy!” — as if I was interested in her to-do list rather than how she was feeling.

Her response isn’t unusual. Many of us answer that question with “Busy!” before listing all the things we’re doing, our partners are doing, or our kids are doing.…

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]]> I caught up with an old friend recently. When I asked how she was, she replied “Busy!” — as if I was interested in her to-do list rather than how she was feeling.

Her response isn’t unusual. Many of us answer that question with “Busy!” before listing all the things we’re doing, our partners are doing, or our kids are doing.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-busy-trap-and-how-to-get-out-of-it/feed/ 2 Your Personal Energy Plan: How to Protect, Manage, and Boost It https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/your-personal-energy-plan-how-to-protect-manage-and-boost-it/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/your-personal-energy-plan-how-to-protect-manage-and-boost-it/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2020 13:00:26 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=9721 If I asked how your personal energy levels are right now, what would you say? Most people tend to respond with words like tired, sluggish, or drained to explain their current physical state.

If I then asked how you’d increase those levels, what would you say? Most people tend to respond with physical fixes, such as drinking coffee, tea or other stimulants, or getting some extra sleep.…

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]]> If I asked how your personal energy levels are right now, what would you say? Most people tend to respond with words like tired, sluggish, or drained to explain their current physical state.

If I then asked how you’d increase those levels, what would you say? Most people tend to respond with physical fixes, such as drinking coffee, tea or other stimulants, or getting some extra sleep.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/your-personal-energy-plan-how-to-protect-manage-and-boost-it/feed/ 4 Why Your Comfort Zone Is Actually Crushing Your Happiness https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-your-comfort-zone-is-actually-crushing-your-happiness/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-your-comfort-zone-is-actually-crushing-your-happiness/#respond Tue, 25 Jun 2019 07:01:01 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=13122 Most of us, if given a choice, will opt for comfort over discomfort. Unfortunately, the cost of choosing comfort can be limited growth.

I should know. I spent many years lounging in my comfort zone.

For me, it was a regular routine of working in a “safe” job, repeating the same workouts at the gym, eating the same foods each day, seeing the same people on weekends, reading the same books, and watching the same television shows.…

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]]> Most of us, if given a choice, will opt for comfort over discomfort. Unfortunately, the cost of choosing comfort can be limited growth.

I should know. I spent many years lounging in my comfort zone.

For me, it was a regular routine of working in a “safe” job, repeating the same workouts at the gym, eating the same foods each day, seeing the same people on weekends, reading the same books, and watching the same television shows.…

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]]> https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-your-comfort-zone-is-actually-crushing-your-happiness/feed/ 0 How to Take Ownership of Your Life (and Get Everything You Want) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-take-ownership-of-your-life-and-get-everything-you-want/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-take-ownership-of-your-life-and-get-everything-you-want/#comments Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:01:12 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=12839 Have you ever told yourself (or heard) these phrases?

  • “My entire family is overweight — it’s in my genes, and it’s just the way I am.”
  • “My boss hates me, so I’ll never get a promotion.”
  • “I don’t have time — I work, have kids, and my family needs me to run around after them.”
  • “It’s too hot/cold/rainy/windy to exercise, and besides, I have no energy left after work.”

    • …

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    ]]>     Have you ever told yourself (or heard) these phrases?

  • “My entire family is overweight — it’s in my genes, and it’s just the way I am.”
  • “My boss hates me, so I’ll never get a promotion.”
  • “I don’t have time — I work, have kids, and my family needs me to run around after them.”
  • “It’s too hot/cold/rainy/windy to exercise, and besides, I have no energy left after work.”
    • …

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-take-ownership-of-your-life-and-get-everything-you-want/feed/ 6     Why Teams Make Us More Successful (and How to Build Yours) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-teams-make-us-more-successful-and-how-to-build-yours/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-teams-make-us-more-successful-and-how-to-build-yours/#comments Mon, 11 Mar 2019 09:00:51 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=12665 If you exercise in a group, you’ve probably noticed how effective (and enjoyable) it can be to work out with others. In fact, exercising in a group has been shown to boost physical performance, enhance pain tolerance, reduce feelings of discomfort and fatigue, and promote social bonds.

    Beyond the physical act of exercise, we also know that being part of a team delivers a host of other benefits.…

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    ]]>     If you exercise in a group, you’ve probably noticed how effective (and enjoyable) it can be to work out with others. In fact, exercising in a group has been shown to boost physical performance, enhance pain tolerance, reduce feelings of discomfort and fatigue, and promote social bonds.

    Beyond the physical act of exercise, we also know that being part of a team delivers a host of other benefits.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/why-teams-make-us-more-successful-and-how-to-build-yours/feed/ 1     The Philosophy of Enough: The Whole Life Challenge Guide to Increased Happiness https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-philosophy-of-enough/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-philosophy-of-enough/#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2019 10:00:42 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=12720 An Answer to Materialism, Consumerism (and That Nagging Feeling That Your Next “Big Win” Won’t Actually Make You Happy)

    Do you feel like life is a constant game of catch-up?

    That no matter how much you try to achieve, it never seems enough? And while you strive to live a better life, make more money, get more done, have nicer things, build a better body, and develop as a person, you’re still waiting for happiness to hit?…

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    ]]>     Do you feel like life is a constant game of catch-up?

    That no matter how much you try to achieve, it never seems enough? And while you strive to live a better life, make more money, get more done, have nicer things, build a better body, and develop as a person, you’re still waiting for happiness to hit?…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-philosophy-of-enough/feed/ 1     The Neuroscience of Breaking Habits: Why It’s So Hard and How to Do It https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-neuroscience-of-breaking-habits-why-its-so-hard-and-how-to-do-it/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-neuroscience-of-breaking-habits-why-its-so-hard-and-how-to-do-it/#comments Mon, 21 Jan 2019 10:00:17 +0000 http://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=12542 If you’re anything like me, you have a few bad habits you’d love to get rid of. And, like me, you’ve probably tried breaking those bad habits only to realize how tough the process can be.

    As a coach I’ve helped hundreds of people change their habits — covering everything from health, fitness, and eating habits to work, financial, and relationship habits.…

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    ]]>     If you’re anything like me, you have a few bad habits you’d love to get rid of. And, like me, you’ve probably tried breaking those bad habits only to realize how tough the process can be.

    As a coach I’ve helped hundreds of people change their habits — covering everything from health, fitness, and eating habits to work, financial, and relationship habits.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-neuroscience-of-breaking-habits-why-its-so-hard-and-how-to-do-it/feed/ 4     The Real Truth About How to Cure Your Cravings https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-real-truth-about-how-to-cure-your-cravings/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-real-truth-about-how-to-cure-your-cravings/#comments Mon, 20 Aug 2018 09:00:18 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=11543 If you’ve experienced strong cravings in your life, chances are you know how overwhelming and compulsive they can feel.

    Whether it’s cravings for food, alcohol, cigarettes, exercise, or using electronic devices — cravings can leave you feeling out of control, caught up, and willing to engage in unhealthy behaviors to satisfy an urge.

    I’ve experienced plenty of cravings over the years — particularly for sugary, salty, and fatty foods — and for the most part I’d try anything to get rid of those cravings.…

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    ]]>     If you’ve experienced strong cravings in your life, chances are you know how overwhelming and compulsive they can feel.

    Whether it’s cravings for food, alcohol, cigarettes, exercise, or using electronic devices — cravings can leave you feeling out of control, caught up, and willing to engage in unhealthy behaviors to satisfy an urge.

    I’ve experienced plenty of cravings over the years — particularly for sugary, salty, and fatty foods — and for the most part I’d try anything to get rid of those cravings.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-real-truth-about-how-to-cure-your-cravings/feed/ 1     Life After the Whole Life Challenge: It’s Not About the “Wagon” https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/life-after-the-whole-life-challenge-its-not-about-the-wagon/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/life-after-the-whole-life-challenge-its-not-about-the-wagon/#respond Thu, 24 May 2018 09:00:45 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=10725 As a coach, I see some pretty cool stuff during sessions of the Whole Life Challenge. Not only do I witness physical transformations, but I get to be part of the deeper changes to people’s health, happiness, and quality of life — whether that’s helping others reach their goals, have light-bulb moments, face their demons, experience breakthroughs, or learn something new about themselves.…

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    ]]>     As a coach, I see some pretty cool stuff during sessions of the Whole Life Challenge. Not only do I witness physical transformations, but I get to be part of the deeper changes to people’s health, happiness, and quality of life — whether that’s helping others reach their goals, have light-bulb moments, face their demons, experience breakthroughs, or learn something new about themselves.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/life-after-the-whole-life-challenge-its-not-about-the-wagon/feed/ 0     How Grudges Hold You Back from Happiness (and How to Forgive) https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-grudges-hold-you-back-from-happiness-and-how-to-forgive/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-grudges-hold-you-back-from-happiness-and-how-to-forgive/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2018 09:00:31 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=10410 I’ll be honest — holding a grudge comes naturally to me.

    I have a long memory and can recall, in fine detail, all manner of slights, insults, and wrongs made against me for the past forty years. Combined with my love of being right, this leaves me inclined to grasp onto grudges and hold tight with impassioned zeal.

    Which makes me qualified to state, after years of experience, that holding a grudge ultimately causes more harm than good.…

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    ]]>     I’ll be honest — holding a grudge comes naturally to me.

    I have a long memory and can recall, in fine detail, all manner of slights, insults, and wrongs made against me for the past forty years. Combined with my love of being right, this leaves me inclined to grasp onto grudges and hold tight with impassioned zeal.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-grudges-hold-you-back-from-happiness-and-how-to-forgive/feed/ 1     How to Do a Relationship Health Check for Valentine’s Day https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-do-a-relationship-health-check-for-valentines-day/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-do-a-relationship-health-check-for-valentines-day/#comments Tue, 13 Feb 2018 10:00:37 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=9876 Given the marketing hype around Valentine’s Day each year, you could be forgiven for thinking relationships are meant to resemble the elaborately-worded greeting cards, floral arrangements, decadent delights, sparkling jewelry, and gushes of romanticism we see in the media.

    For this reason, many people eschew Valentine’s Day and dismiss it as a ploy to sell more stuff. Perhaps they’re right — the commercialization of Valentine’s Day does seem to grow each year.…

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    ]]>     Given the marketing hype around Valentine’s Day each year, you could be forgiven for thinking relationships are meant to resemble the elaborately-worded greeting cards, floral arrangements, decadent delights, sparkling jewelry, and gushes of romanticism we see in the media.

    For this reason, many people eschew Valentine’s Day and dismiss it as a ploy to sell more stuff.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-do-a-relationship-health-check-for-valentines-day/feed/ 1     How to Stop Overthinking and Start Living Instead https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-overthinking-and-start-living-instead/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-overthinking-and-start-living-instead/#comments Mon, 16 Oct 2017 09:00:58 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=8749 Do you spend much of your life “in your head,” analyzing decisions you’ve made, going over things you could have done better? Do you rehearse upcoming conversations, try to anticipate others’ reactions, or attempt to plan future activities down to the smallest details? Do you feel exhausted by this drain of mental energy, and find yourself unable to make decisions?

    If so, chances are you’re an overthinker.…

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    ]]>     Do you spend much of your life “in your head,” analyzing decisions you’ve made, going over things you could have done better? Do you rehearse upcoming conversations, try to anticipate others’ reactions, or attempt to plan future activities down to the smallest details? Do you feel exhausted by this drain of mental energy, and find yourself unable to make decisions?…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-stop-overthinking-and-start-living-instead/feed/ 1     How to Build a Better Life Through Self-Compassion https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-build-better-life-through-self-compassion/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-build-better-life-through-self-compassion/#comments Mon, 18 Sep 2017 09:00:30 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=8432 Think of the last time a friend went through a difficult situation. Maybe he or she made a mistake, failed, or experienced a setback. More than likely, you empathized with his or her struggles, and then offered reassurance, support, and help to overcome the situation.

    Now think of the last time you experienced a setback or made a mistake.

    Were you supportive of yourself?…

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    ]]>     Think of the last time a friend went through a difficult situation. Maybe he or she made a mistake, failed, or experienced a setback. More than likely, you empathized with his or her struggles, and then offered reassurance, support, and help to overcome the situation.

    Now think of the last time you experienced a setback or made a mistake.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-build-better-life-through-self-compassion/feed/ 5     The Value of Self-Doubt: How to Harness Your Inner Gremlins https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-value-of-self-doubt-how-to-harness-your-inner-gremlins/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-value-of-self-doubt-how-to-harness-your-inner-gremlins/#comments Tue, 15 Aug 2017 09:00:17 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=8246 If you struggle with self-doubt, you’re not alone. Even the most confident among us can feel insecure from time to time.

    But believing we should feel confident all the time – and that there’s something wrong with us if we don’t – is a fallacy. Not only is it unrealistic, it’s not necessary.

    No-one is immune from that persistent voice telling us we’re not good enough, smart enough, funny enough, or attractive enough.…

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    ]]>     If you struggle with self-doubt, you’re not alone. Even the most confident among us can feel insecure from time to time.

    But believing we should feel confident all the time – and that there’s something wrong with us if we don’t – is a fallacy. Not only is it unrealistic, it’s not necessary.

    No-one is immune from that persistent voice telling us we’re not good enough, smart enough, funny enough, or attractive enough.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-value-of-self-doubt-how-to-harness-your-inner-gremlins/feed/ 6     FOMO vs. JOMO: How to Embrace the Joy of Missing Out https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/fomo-vs-jomo-how-to-embrace-the-joy-of-missing-out/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/fomo-vs-jomo-how-to-embrace-the-joy-of-missing-out/#comments Mon, 26 Jun 2017 09:00:27 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=7900 The world is our buffet. In our hyper-connected society, we’re presented with so many opportunities to “do” — to connect online, to keep up with social media, to attend social events, parties, sporting activities, and webinars. We can learn new things, meet new people, network, and do whatever our hearts desire (including things we didn’t even know we wanted to do).…

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    ]]>     The world is our buffet. In our hyper-connected society, we’re presented with so many opportunities to “do” — to connect online, to keep up with social media, to attend social events, parties, sporting activities, and webinars. We can learn new things, meet new people, network, and do whatever our hearts desire (including things we didn’t even know we wanted to do).…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/fomo-vs-jomo-how-to-embrace-the-joy-of-missing-out/feed/ 6     The Futile Search for Happiness and What to Do Instead https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-futile-search-for-happiness-and-what-to-do-instead/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-futile-search-for-happiness-and-what-to-do-instead/#comments Mon, 17 Apr 2017 09:00:08 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=7448 I’m struck by how often people tell me they’re unhappy. We live in one of the most prosperous times in history, yet when I talk to people about what’s missing from their lives, most answers boil down to this: “I want to be happy.”

    Which implies people don’t feel happy now.

    As a society, we have more possessions, opportunities, and access to more resources than ever before.…

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    ]]>     I’m struck by how often people tell me they’re unhappy. We live in one of the most prosperous times in history, yet when I talk to people about what’s missing from their lives, most answers boil down to this: “I want to be happy.”

    Which implies people don’t feel happy now.

    As a society, we have more possessions, opportunities, and access to more resources than ever before.…

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    ]]>     https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/the-futile-search-for-happiness-and-what-to-do-instead/feed/ 5     How to Avoid the Dangers of Perfectionism in 6 Steps https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-avoid-the-dangers-of-perfectionism-in-6-steps/ https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/how-to-avoid-the-dangers-of-perfectionism-in-6-steps/#comments Mon, 20 Mar 2017 09:00:39 +0000 https://www.wholelifechallenge.com/?p=7271 Most people believe that aiming for perfection is a good thing. But it can be a dangerous compulsion.

    In our success-driven society, being perfect is the ultimate goal. The traits of perfectionism — constant striving, attention to detail, high standards, commitment to results, direction, hard work, achievement, planning and preparation — are highly praised and admired.

    However, ask a perfectionist what his or her life is really like and the response is stark:

  • “If I’m not the best, then I’m a failure.”

    • …

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    ]]>     Most people believe that aiming for perfection is a good thing. But it can be a dangerous compulsion.

    In our success-driven society, being perfect is the ultimate goal. The traits of perfectionism — constant striving, attention to detail, high standards, commitment to results, direction, hard work, achievement, planning and preparation — are highly praised and admired.

    However, ask a perfectionist what his or her life is really like and the response is stark:

  • “If I’m not the best, then I’m a failure.”
    • …

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