February 23, 2022 — 10:00 AM Many of us go into hibernation around February, when the hype of the holidays and a brand-new year has died down and the temperatures have dropped. It’s the perfect time to turn inward and work on ourselves. And while personal growth doesn’t happen overnight, the journey doesn’t have to…
It’s a tough question even for poetry buffs: “What is the saddest love poem ever written?” As you’ll see with the collection of painful love poems in this post, there are many contenders for that mark of distinction. If you’ve ever written a, you’ll find plenty here that resonates. Even if you learn to let…
Everyone knows one of the most crucial components to a successful relationship is good communication. Regular, meaningful conversation with your partner allows you to connect and strengthens your relationship. It can help you learn about who they are and what made them that way. However, as true as that may be, it doesn’t make coming…
Do you know a manipulative apology when you hear one? Or do you hear them more easily with some people than with others? Apologies without change — without any attempt to correct hurtful behavior or make amends — are not sincere. And in many cases, which we describe in this post, they’re manipulative. Intentions matter,…
Life is a journey that presents us with an array of positive and negative experiences along the way. Every experience holds the potential for personal growth and self-awareness. By examining each experience, our reaction to it, and how it impacts ourselves and others, we become more enlightened and emotionally intelligent people. This awareness is especially…
Did you just go through a breakup and now are wondering how to get over the long-term relationship? This is hard to do when you’re used to having this person by your side for years. But now, you might be feeling a little lost, confused, sad, or even regretful. This is normal. What you need…
Whether you’re 16 or 60, or any age for that matter, you will bump up against this question at some point: “What should I do with my life?” There’s nothing quite so daunting as asking yourself this question only to see a vast emptiness ahead of you. How do you know what to do when…
High-achievers are driven to say “yes.” Yes, to show up. Yes, to help a friend. Yes, to take on more. I used to believe that if I didn’t say yes, I was inadequate, letting someone down, or not capable of doing it all. I thought that the word “no” could negatively impact my success or…
Club Thrive is a fun, interactive way for Thrive Stars to create a supportive community centered around the Thrive Challenge. When you sign up to lead a Club Thrive at your facility, you will spread the power of Thrive and grow the community through fun events and activities for your coworkers that serve to support…
As of early 2021, Pew Research Center surveyed U.S. adults and found that roughly a quarter (23%) haven’t read a book in whole or in part in the past year. This statistic was accurate whether the materials were printed, electronic, or audio. As someone who loves to read, that’s incredibly disappointing. Not only is reading enjoyable, but…
