Being assertive means standing up for yourself or an idea that you believe in. Aggression is an entirely different ball game. Aggressive people are not standing up for their own principles - they are going into battle against someone else's.

Assertiveness comes from a place of confidence.

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At first glance, the idea of writing or saying positive affirmations feels a bit like lying to oneself or self-delusion. I get it - it's awkward and strange at the beginning, but let me try and convince you to incorporate them into your life. Positive affirmations are short, powerful...

A sauna changed my life in many ways and I love to spread the word about this centuries-old method for relaxation and health benefits. If you're unfamiliar with what an infrared sauna is, it's a type of sauna that uses infrared light to heat the body directly, rather than heating the air...

Have you ever found yourself repeatedly facing the same negative situations in life, despite your best efforts to break the cycle? I've been there - not fun. I used to continually attract the same type of romantic partner until, oops, one day I realized that I was the common denominator. It...

As a thyroid expert, I have coached hundreds of people all over the world. Many of my Hashimoto's clients have benefitted from the incredible benefits of low-dose naltrexone (LDN).

LDN is a medication that was originally approved for the treatment of addiction and opioid dependence but has since...

Have you ever been asked a question like, "Hey, what are you doing next Thursday?" and felt like you were being cornered into a situation you didn't want to be in? Sneaky, leading questions like these can put pressure on you to say yes to plans you're not comfortable with. There is a...

Unfortunately, money can be a source of stress, worry, and negativity for many people. I have been there myself and it can be challenging not to focus on the reality of your low (and concerning) bank account balance. Our focus must be diverted to a better mindset and outlook. Changing your...

I suffered from hypothyroidism for about 7 years of my life. It was miserable and I encountered multiple health issues that stemmed from it. Before you get frightened about what this could mean for you...let me tell you right off the bat that EVERY THYROID ISSUE IS FIXABLE, whether...

The world is lacking in it and we all need more of it...critical thinking. It is an essential skill that everyone should develop to become more successful and help navigate today's world of pervasive misinformation. Incorporating critical thinking into your life can reap numerous...

The thyroid gland is the master gland of the human body and it is in charge of the production and regulation of sex hormones. Pregnancy ignites a lot of changes in a woman’s body, including changes to her thyroid function - and low thyroid function can negatively affect pregnancy (such...

Hyperthyroidism (often caused by the autoimmune disorder Graves Disease) is a medical condition that occurs when the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormones. The overproduction of these hormones can cause various health...

Confidence provides an evolutionary edge. It is a vital ingredient for success in life. It gives us the courage and determination to tackle new challenges, social situations, and tasks without fear in several ways:

• Belief In Oneself: When we have confidence, we believe in our abilities and...