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7 Helpful Coping Mechanisms I Use to Deal With Seasonal Depression
Over the past few years, I’ve been experimenting with different ways to help myself cope with seasonal depression. Before that, I simply figured that winter meant it was time to hibernate like a bear and avoid the outdoors at all costs.
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What You Are Misunderstanding About Happiness
People are convinced that happiness will come once they finally hit their goal. Getting that Xbox for Christmas, or saving up the downpayment for their house. Progress creates temporary happiness, but true happiness comes from being in a state of nothingness
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Here is How I Get a Perfect Sleep Every Single Night
I used to only get a max of 5 hours of sleep per night. However, I discovered a few tricks that have helped me to increase that to a perfect 8 hours, nearly every night. I want to share my sleep secrets with you!
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4 Reasons Why Avoiding Mainstream Media Makes You Happier
You turn on the TV and are bombarded by information from all angles. Some of it is true, some of it is false, and most of it is trying to sell you on something.
Mainstream media is trying to sell you on their point of view, and on the companies that fund them. By removing mainstream media from your life, you will become happier.
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Breaking Into The Mind Of A Pessimist
What’s it like being a pessimist all day? It’s probably not a question you’ve often asked yourself, but it is an interesting exercise. It makes you appreciate having a good mindset, and want to stop being negative.
I spent the day being a pessimist, so that you don’t have to.
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I’m Officially 6 Months Sober! - Why I Quit Drinking
I quit drinking 6 months ago and I have no regrets. By quitting drinking I’ve seen many benefits, but I also had many reasons before quitting. This blog serves to tell you the reasons why I quit drinking.