Becoming a Better You ⭐ Oct 1 - Oct 8

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Happy Sunday, this is Becoming a Better You. The weekly newsletter that encourages you to become a better version of yourself.

Here's what we got for you this week October 1, 2023 - October 8 2023:

Top 10 Self Improvement Subreddits in 2023

  • Discover the top ten subreddits that support self-improvement and personal growth so far in 2023.

 Read the Story by Brandon Chang

3 ways to ‘buy happiness’, says Harvard expert

  • Money's impact on happiness is explored, emphasizing its limited effect on well-being beyond a certain income level.

  • Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks offers advice from his happiness course on using money to boost happiness.

Read the Story by Renée Onque

4 Hard Truths Of Life

  • Life isn't fair, so focus on making the best of every situation.

  • You can't control everything, so focus your energy wisely.

Read the Story by Julianna Summers

How Post Traumatic Growth Can Improve Your Health

  • The lasting effects of trauma, both negative and positive, such as increased self-reliance and improved relationships.

  • Trauma, support systems, and personal traits influence an individual's response to trauma.

Read the Story by Michael Greenwood, M.Sc

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How to Make Self-Improvement Feel Less Stressful

  • Tips for making the journey of self-improvement less stressful and more manageable.

Read the Story by Kanita Bajrami

Problem-Solving Secrets From World Class Athletes

  • Top outdoor sports innovators excel in problem-solving through unique challenge redefinition, highlighting their skill in asking unconventional questions for industry innovation.

Read the Story by Michael Goldsby

Embracing Your Potential: The Power Of Your Complete Self

  • Embrace all aspects of yourself for personal and leadership growth, practice self-compassion, and harness inner strength.

Read the Story by Kurline J Altes

Meeting Your True Potential: What Is Personal Development?

  • Personal development is the path to lifelong success and fulfillment.

  • Benefits encompass resilience, better relationships, adaptability, self-awareness, career advancement, and greater life satisfaction.

Read the Story by Bryan Lindenberger

Neuroscience & Personal Development Pioneers

  • Personal development pioneers are reshaping how we view the brain's role in shaping our lives.

Read the Story by MINDLab

Working Mothers: 5 Proven Tips For Finally Putting An End To Self-Doubt

  • Many women, especially working mothers, face self-esteem issues and self-doubt.

  • Addressing it can lead to personal growth, confidence, and better mental health.

Read the Story by Jennifer "Jay" Palumbo

Mastering Self-Care: Your Path to Resilience and Clarity

  • Self-care is crucial for well-being but can be hindered by stress, procrastination, and lack of motivation.

  • The ADMIT framework (Adapting to new ways, Doing the work, Measuring success, Introspection, and Transformation).

  • The 3Rs (Reflect, Reframe, Respond) assist in understanding and reframing challenges.

Read the Story by Nina Ahuja BScHons, MD, FRCSC, CHE

Goal Setting: Ambitious Timeframes Can Boost Your Chances For Success

  • Setting goals is crucial for meaningful accomplishments, but many struggle with follow-through.

  • Risk aversion and limiting beliefs often hinder bold aspirations.

Read the Story by Rodger Dean Duncan

The Power Of Purpose: How Ikigai Can Help Us Live Longer

  • Ikigai is a Japanese concept that represents a reason for being and is associated with a meaningful and fulfilling life.

  • Four essential elements: what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.

Read the Story by Nell Derick Debevoise

6 things we get wrong about self-care

  • Self-care is not an occasional treat but regular maintenance for overall well-being, including sleep, exercise, and diet.

Read the Story by INTHEBLACK

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

  • Reprogramming the subconscious mind is crucial for leadership self-improvement, often tied to childhood experiences.

  • Imposter syndrome, deep-seated insecurities, and negative self-talk can hinder leadership effectiveness, and addressing these issues is vital for personal growth.

Read the Story by Bob Martel

Three steps for getting over social media envy: Advice from a psychologist

  • Social media has amplified feelings of envy as people compare their lives to seemingly perfect ones portrayed online.

  • Envy can lead to both positive (benign envy) and negative (malicious envy) emotions.

Read the Story by Daniel Walker

40 days to better habits

  • Habits play a significant role in self-improvement, and they compound over time, impacting our lives in profound ways.

  • The Talmud teaches that our choices lead us, emphasizing the influence of our actions on our overall journey.

Read the Story by Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy

If you really want to make your life better, stop doing these 7 things

  • Prioritize self-care as a necessity, not a luxury, to avoid burnout and enhance well-being.

  • Embrace discomfort and face challenging situations to foster personal growth and resilience.

Read the Story by Justin Brown

Holding ourselves accountable

  • Accountability is about taking responsibility for our actions and outcomes, not self-blame.

Read the Story by Dristy Moktan

The structure of human motivation

  • A unified model of human motivation integrates various motivation theories into one comprehensive framework.

  • The model comprises four life domains crossed by three levels of attainment, resulting in 12 discrete motivations, providing a comprehensive understanding of human motivation.

Read the Study by J. David Pincus

Life-Changing Books To Read In 2023

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