#self-awareness

#self-awareness

How do you know if, say, marrying your dating partner will lead to long-term happiness? Or whether accepting a demanding new job (with all the added responsibilities and time dedication) will bring lasting fulfillment? These and other major life choices are made based on the belief that you truly know yourself (i.e. your abilities, values, and desires). In other words, they rely on (presumably accurate) self-knowledge.

It will be frustrating or worse when our contributions do not seem to be understood, accepted, or appreciated. We are wise to pay attention to how we are being perceived in personal life (e.g., how an in-law regards us as a parent), in professional life (e.g., how an administrator evaluates a project we created), and in community life (e.g., how family or friends react to a speech we present).

The sun shifted into piercing Scorpio just after midnight, so you may feel the hot and intense energy of Scorpio season as you begin your day. Direct your passionate energy into laser-focused action or research. By mid-morning, the moon - also transiting steady Scorpio - links up with perceptive Mercury and calculating Mars. Any goal is possible when you are ruthlessly determined. Get clear on what you want, but think twice before firing off the first thought that springs to mind.

I went digging into the origins of H.A.L.T., and I was surprised to find that it comes from Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). AA frames H.A.L.T. as a tool for raising self-awareness and taking care of basic needs before they become unmanageable. For example, dealing with anger or loneliness in healthy ways helps to reduce the risk of relapse. How does it apply to relationships? The relational context is not so different.

I guess we probably all do, right? Especially at this stage in my life - a grown-ass woman with a tween and a teen who have the drama thing on lock in our house - I try to be pretty proactive about protecting my peace. And yet, somehow, chaos seems to find me. Or could it be that I'm subconsciously seeking it out?

Trauma is a devastating and all too common experience. It influences relationships, self-esteem, self-worth, physical health, mental health, and overall well-being, and chronic trauma can induce lifelong maladaptive patterns. What can make trauma even more devastating is when victims are retraumatized in some way, as it immediately launches them into their past, evoking feelings of powerlessness, grief, and pain. Retraumatization can feel as if the original traumatic experience is occurring all over again.

We didn't hire a recruiter (on purpose), so I've read all of them. One thing stood out. Why aren't you a good fit Our application form consists of three questions: Surprisingly enough, the question that helps to spot our potential matches the most is the second one - why aren't you a good fit? Turns out, very few people can answer this question in a thoughtful, sincere, and empathetic way.

Many leaders can fail to recognize the very traits that others deeply appreciate. Skills like critical thinking, problem solving, or strategic insight can feel so effortless that we don't notice them in ourselves.

"The healthiest relationships aren't built by perfect people, but by individuals who've done the work to understand themselves and relate to others with intention and skill."

Research has linked intellectual humility with many desirable behaviors, including considering others' perspectives, being better at conflict resolution and being less dogmatic.

Self-awareness, despite being celebrated, is actually rare, leading to a collective obsession with it as its absence increases admiration for those who possess it.

A set of studies from the University of Toronto's "MacLab" suggest that understanding the motivations behind romantic pursuit can help distinguish between healthy, self-driven motivations and those based on fear, pressure, or insecurity.

The ego is often seen as a total fantasy or non-existent in certain traditions, suggesting it must be seen through or destroyed to advance in the world.

Conscious awareness and emotional regulation lead to neural networks that grow, prune, and strengthen based on conscious focus and repeated practice, resulting in improved clarity.

Emotional regulation is vital for maintaining psychological stability, as it involves monitoring our state of mind and understanding our emotional triggers.

Georgia's struggle with simple math during a sobriety test highlights her inebriation, and the scene sheds light on her chaotic night after a party.

To have moral standing is to deserve moral consideration for one's own sake.

Astavakrasana teaches that life's challenges are best faced with intelligence and composure, helping us cultivate steadiness and self-awareness to overcome difficulties.

When we overreact, it often stems from unresolved childhood wounds, indicating that triggers from the past are controlling our present reactions.

The study identifies four primary types of drunk personalities: Ernest Hemingway, Mary Poppins, the Nutty Professor, and Mr. Hyde, based on how behavior changes with alcohol.

Feeling like a fraud often means you're competent enough to see your own limits.