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How Journaling Helps Self-Awareness

Posted on 05 Apr, 2021 in Face Your Fears 0 Comments

When I was in my thirties, I saw a therapist for the first time. The reason I stepped into therapy was because of unbearable work stress I...

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How to Use Meditation for Self-Awareness

Posted on 22 Mar, 2021 in Face Your Fears 1 Comment

In my previous post, I described that observing, noticing and listening to yourself are how you develop self-awareness. But how do you train your brain to slow...

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How to Develop Self-Awareness

Posted on 08 Mar, 2021 in Face Your Fears 2 Comments

Self-awareness helps us create and manage change and helps us face our fears. Self-awareness is essential to growth. But how do you develop self-awareness? To develop self-awareness, start...

Why Growth Needs Self-Awareness

Posted on 11 Jan, 2021 in Face Your Fears 1 Comment

Without self-awareness, growth is impossible. Do you believe that statement? Well, what is growth? Growth is change. How does change come about? When we decide to do...