I was in a relationship once where I was always looking out for him. Looking for ways to help him succeed, to make his life easier. And in the same breath, I was always changing myself for him. Forcing myself to like that he moved away for his job when I wasn't allowed to move…
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Thanks to a Buzzfeed quiz, I learned about imposter syndrome this week. Wikipedia describes the syndrome as a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a fear of being exposed as a fraud. Even though there is evidence of their accomplishments and competence, those with the syndrome chalk up their success to…
The longer I work in a corporate field, the more I realize that I define success much differently than some of the people around me. I've always known that I view life a little differently than most people. Growing up, my parents were sticklers for good grades, for me going to college, and for me…
There will be a time in everyone's life when you just aren't appreciated. Whether it's the effort you're putting in at home, with your friends or family, or at work - sometimes your best isn't good enough. And generally speaking, your best is good enough. Trying your best and failing is nothing to be ashamed…
Some people base their success on money. How much they're raking in, how often they're being promoted. Some people base their success on other people. How others react to them, how they impress people. But really, you should base your success on your happiness. Make goals. They can include getting promoted, making more money, impressing…
I've resisted school ever since I was young. Waking up early only to sit at a desk for hours a day just didn't make sense to me. I never put in my full effort. Not in middle school, not in high school, and not in college. I paid attention as little as I needed to…
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