Personal Growth Archives - BrightVibes https://www.brightvibes.com/category/personal-growth/ Amplify the Good in the World Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:49:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Breaking the smartphone habit before bed: why it’s important and how to do it https://www.brightvibes.com/breaking-the-smartphone-habit-before-bed-why-its-important-and-how-to-do-it/ https://www.brightvibes.com/breaking-the-smartphone-habit-before-bed-why-its-important-and-how-to-do-it/#respond Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:25:15 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/?p=107111 If you use your smartphone before you go to bed… you’re not alone! However, as outlined below, it’s not a smart thing to do. Actually, you are sleeping with the enemy. But as we know from experience it can be hard to break that habit, we give you some practical tips on how to break […]

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]]> https://www.brightvibes.com/breaking-the-smartphone-habit-before-bed-why-its-important-and-how-to-do-it/feed/ 0 Discover the Meaning of Life: Uncovering the Purpose of Existence with the Help of Celebrated Philosophers https://www.brightvibes.com/discover-the-meaning-of-life-uncovering-the-purpose-of-existence-with-the-help-of-celebrated-philosophers/ https://www.brightvibes.com/discover-the-meaning-of-life-uncovering-the-purpose-of-existence-with-the-help-of-celebrated-philosophers/#respond Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:58:59 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/?p=107073 The question of “what is the purpose in life?” has been contemplated by philosophers and other big thinkers for centuries. And obviously, there is not one answer to this existential question. Many different answers have been proposed, from religious and spiritual beliefs to more secular ideas. Seven great thinkers about life We give you seven […]

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]]> https://www.brightvibes.com/discover-the-meaning-of-life-uncovering-the-purpose-of-existence-with-the-help-of-celebrated-philosophers/feed/ 0 Tim Minchin gives 9 lessons for life https://www.brightvibes.com/tim-minchin-gives-9-lessons-for-life/ Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:47:17 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/tim-minchin-gives-9-lessons-for-life/ The great comedian and musician dispenses some of his life tips for new graduates.

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]]> Top 5 regrets of the dying + 5 ways to live without regrets in the first place! https://www.brightvibes.com/top-5-regrets-of-the-dying-5-ways-to-live-without-regrets-in-the-first-place/ Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:51:30 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/top-5-regrets-of-the-dying-5-ways-to-live-without-regrets-in-the-first-place/ The observations of a palliative care nurse with whom the dying shared their innermost regrets inspired her to write a bestselling book on how to live a regret-free life.

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]]> The eight key rules of living by Alain de Botton that the world needs right now https://www.brightvibes.com/the-eight-key-rules-of-living-by-alain-de-botton-that-the-world-needs-right-now/ https://www.brightvibes.com/the-eight-key-rules-of-living-by-alain-de-botton-that-the-world-needs-right-now/#respond Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:41:57 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/the-eight-key-rules-of-living-by-alain-de-botton-that-the-world-needs-right-now/ The School of Life is an organisation founded to help you find serenity, resilience and connection. Here are 8 rules designed to guide you to the life you deserve, 8 key ideas to hold on to during difficult times.

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]]> https://www.brightvibes.com/the-eight-key-rules-of-living-by-alain-de-botton-that-the-world-needs-right-now/feed/ 0 Top 10 Bonus Benefits of Being Kind https://www.brightvibes.com/top-10-bonus-benefits-of-being-kind/ https://www.brightvibes.com/top-10-bonus-benefits-of-being-kind/#respond Sat, 12 Nov 2022 21:03:19 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/top-10-bonus-benefits-of-being-kind/ Discover the many ways that kindness has a positive impact on your brain and body... it’s even good for your heart!

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]]> https://www.brightvibes.com/top-10-bonus-benefits-of-being-kind/feed/ 0 Before you speak, ask yourself these 3 questions https://www.brightvibes.com/before-you-speak-ask-yourself-these-3-questions/ https://www.brightvibes.com/before-you-speak-ask-yourself-these-3-questions/#respond Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:37:01 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/before-you-speak-ask-yourself-these-3-questions/ Socrates, the famous philosopher of Ancient Greece, devised the ‘Triple Filter Test’ to make people think before they speak.

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]]> https://www.brightvibes.com/before-you-speak-ask-yourself-these-3-questions/feed/ 0 Why Your Apology Should Be As Clear As Your Disrespect Was (And How To Say Sorry Sincerely) https://www.brightvibes.com/why-your-apology-should-be-as-clear-as-your-disrespect-was-and-how-to-say-sorry-sincerely/ Sat, 15 Oct 2022 01:29:53 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/why-your-apology-should-be-as-clear-as-your-disrespect-was-and-how-to-say-sorry-sincerely/ “I’m sorry” are two of the most powerful words across our shared human languages. Understanding why you’re sorry is only half the solution. Knowing how to apologise properly is the other.

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]]> Do optimists really live longer? Latest research is looking up! https://www.brightvibes.com/do-optimists-really-live-longer-latest-research-is-looking-up/ Tue, 05 Jul 2022 10:09:43 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/do-optimists-really-live-longer-latest-research-is-looking-up/ Long term study shows higher optimism was associated with longer lifespan and a greater likelihood of achieving exceptional longevity overall and across racial and ethnic groups.

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]]> 11 EASY TIPS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE A LITTLE BETTER https://www.brightvibes.com/11-easy-tips-to-make-your-life-a-little-better/ Sat, 29 Jan 2022 07:31:11 +0000 https://www.brightvibes.com/11-easy-tips-to-make-your-life-a-little-better/ Making life a bit better doesn’t need to be hard. We give you 11 tips to do so.

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