Psychology and Self Improvement

The 10 Things You Should Always Keep To Yourself Some things are better left unsaid. If you share everything about yourself with others, you might say things that perhaps  you shouldn’t. You know…  Too much info. There’s nothing wrong with keeping SOME things to yourself, and a lot of the time  it’s actually better. Sometimes, keeping things safe can also be helpful in creating success! So, here are the things that you should always keep to yourself! Number 1 - Biggest Goals If you have big goals, it’s probably best not to share them with others. You’re also more likely to achieve them this way. It can be very tough because you can get super excited about them, but while you work hard  to reach these goals, other people’s opinions might cause confusion. And opinions are relative and different for everyone. It’s also really interesting to note, that studies on goal setting have shown that telling  people about your goals and then getting praise for setting them, ...

  How To Stop Being Shy And Quiet – 12 Tips To Overcome Shyness! Do you have a hard time meeting new people? Do you find yourself declining invitations? You could very well be shy. Shyness is when you spend too much time in your head, judging yourself, based on other  people’s standards and opinions. You are constantly trying to figure out how you should be acting and behaving in various  situations. You can use the following strategies to learn how to overcome shyness and become more confident  in life. Number 1 - Accept Yourself If you are always trying to fit in, you are doing nothing more than wearing yourself out. You need to understand that not everyone will like you, and this is ok. It’s normal. Everyone experiences times of insecurity and self-consciousness. It’s not just you. If you accept yourself and your qualities, things will be much easier for you. Number 2 - Become Self-Aware If you want to overcome shyness and social anxiety, you need to understand th...

  How to Deal With Socially Awkward Situations (Social Anxiety Tips) Do you have a fear of judgment, fear of crowds, or fear of saying the wrong thing? Perhaps they all make you run the other way. Fear is one thing that can keep you away from situations... Specifically situations where you have to interact with others. While in the short term, avoiding certain situations can relieve your fear, it will  only reinforce your social anxiety in the long term. Cause you’re not doing anything about it! But I have some good news for you! There are ways you can cope with socially awkward situations. Alright. Let’s check them out! Number 1 - Being Taken Advantage of People with social anxiety often lack assertiveness. They’re afraid of upsetting others or being judged negatively. However, being more assertive can help a lot. It’s a skill that can improve relationships. It lets others know what you need and what you expect. Practice being assertive by stating your needs in a calm way and...