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Gratitude Affirmations: Why They Work and 25 Affirmations to Try

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Affirmations lower stress and increase openness Our thoughts can work for us or against us. Positive self-affirmations, on the other hand, can combat negative thinking with encouraging realizations that nurture a growth mindset , decrease stress and expand openness. But how do they work, and what are some self-affirmations you can try?

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The Pandemic Sabotaged Our Decision-Making Abilities—Here’s How to Start Regaining That Self-Confidence

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According to a 2021 study by the American Psychological Association, nearly one-third of adults (32%) are so stressed about the coronavirus pandemic that they struggle to make basic decisions, such as what to wear or eat. And yes, unhealthy comparison will zap you of joy. But healthy competition isn’t the same as unhealthy comparison.

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Commercial real estate lending hits ten year low

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Dr Lux expects that will cause ongoing stress in the market. Despite continuing stress in the UK CRE market, a range of diversely funded lending has generally remained open. Some lenders are more assertively protecting their positions on defaulted loans. While enforcement rates are increasing, they remain very low overall.

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