When we have high self-esteem, we view ourselves with respect and approach life with a positive mindset. But cultivating high self-esteem is not always straightforward, especially in a world that often measures worth by external achievements and appearances. The good news is that self-esteem is not fixed; it can be grown with intentional effort.

People pleasers work hard at being pleasant and accommodating. If you identify with being a people pleaser, you may have become one as a reaction to how you were raised. You most likely received subtle or overt messages that in order to receive your parent’s approval, you had to adjust to their expectations.

Possessing strong emotional intelligence can greatly enhance your relationships. It enables you to grasp others' perspectives, acknowledge the impact your actions have on them, and deepen your empathy.

The longest study on happiness showed that it’s the quality of our relationships that ultimately determine how happy we are in life. It’s not just relationships with significant others or family members that affect our happiness either. It’s all of our social connections…

If you’ve been single for a long time and are noticing all your friends pairing up, getting married, and settling down, you may be starting to wonder why you haven’t found your person yet. You may be on online dating apps and going on many dates, but you notice that the relationships you make...