Shannon Terrell is a writer based in Toronto, Canada. She revels in the thrill of exploration, whether it be new cultures, new landscapes, or new ways to bring on the happy. If she’s not hiking or practicing yoga, she probably has her nose in a book.
Have you ever wanted to help yourself feel more attractive — whether it be physically, mentally, or spiritually? We all want to be perceived as attractive people, both within and without. It’s a wonderful feeling, isn’t it? Well, if you want…
Your self concept says a lot about who you are. It impacts the way you feel about yourself, your self worth, and can even affect the type of success you achieve. Even if you don’t know what self concept is,…
It’s not always easy to believe in yourself—especially when the odds are stacked against you. But believing in yourself, even when others don’t, is one of the most powerful forms of self-love there is. Learning how to believe in yourself…
The interpersonal vs intrapersonal skills debate is one you might have heard of before. Is it better to possess interpersonal communication skills or intrapersonal perception? It’s a good question, and one worth investigating. Here’s why. Developing both your interpersonal and…
When’s the last time you put your brain to the test with a good ol’ brain teaser? Riddles are a great way to exercise your mind, but what good is a riddle without an answer? These 7 tricky riddles with answers…
Effective communication skills give you the ability to relate with others on an interpersonal level. But we tend to run into trouble when our lines of communication get crossed. Misunderstandings arise as a result of miscommunications. Before you know it,…
What does it mean to be a leader? Is it simply the guidance of those who look up to you? Or is it perhaps something more — something deeper, something more intuitive? Each manager, employer, director, and supervisor is a…
Analytical thinking skills are an invaluable asset to have. They easily transfer and apply across many spectrums of our lives. Learning to negotiate and improve these skills can aid us in becoming better thinkers, communicators, and creators. They enable us…
Mantras are an important part of the Buddhist tradition. They help connect Buddhist practitioners with the core teachings. They’re used in various meditations and daily practices and help pave the path for Enlightenment. But just what is a Buddhist mantra?…
Buddhism is one of the oldest religions in the world. It began in the 6th century BCE in Nepal. Today, it has an international following of over 500 million people. But Buddhism isn’t a single set of beliefs or practices.…
