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9 Types of Journaling and How They Can Benefit Mental and Physical Health

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Research has shown that writing and journaling can improve cognitive function and reduce stress and anxiety. Shari Leid, author of The Friendship Series , experienced its powers firsthand when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. Regularly reflecting on paper can bring clarity and insight into our own minds and lives.

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4 Ways to Truly Forgive and Forget

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What extra pressure or stress was the person experiencing at the time they offended you? It might be a smile, a handshake, a returned phone call or simply more tolerance the next time you are with them. This article originally appeared in the February 2017 issue of SUCCESS magazine and has been updated.

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7 Ways to Save Money by Simplifying Your Life

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The stress of keeping up with due dates adds up. Many companies offer savings when you automate your bills , such as on a consistent monthly phone or internet rate. Well-built, multipurpose furniture and items in your home will simplify your space , open up a room and decrease stress. Automate your bills.

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Use a Gratitude Journal to Boost Your Happiness

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You can also use a blank notebook, a gratitude journal with prompts or quotes or even an app on your phone to help spark new ideas and find greater happiness. You can use an app on your phone, a dedicated journal or an old notebook your kids brought home from school. What is a gratitude journal? There are no rules.

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41 Ways to Improve Yourself in Just 10 Minutes

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For a short, low-stress workout, try 7 Minute Workout , a popular workout app with more than 3 million downloads. Yoga has been shown to help reduce stress and anxiety , improve quality of life and increase people’s positive perceptions of their body. Put down your phone. Take a guilt-free nap. Have a giggle fest.

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3 Strategies to Become a Better Leader Through Writing

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Flying allows me to get away from the distractions of phone calls, Slack messages and Wi-Fi to reflect on industry trends, current events and my personal development. Find somewhere you can set aside the daily stresses of running a company and write without distraction. This article was published in December 2017 and has been updated.

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The Science of Changing Other People

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At some point in our careers, we’ve all felt how quickly negativity or stress spreads in a meeting. Every time we highlighted a problem, such as an impending foreclosure or rising financial stress in a marriage, we paired it with advice for how to deal with that challenge. We got the greatest viewer response of the year.

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