Teen Bullied Over Her Weight Goes On to Become Cheerleading Coach and Beauty Queen Finalist
Sophie McGarva, picked-on for being an overweight teen, overcame the bullies by becoming a cheerleading coach and Miss England finalist.
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Teaching Teens How to Understand Their Feelings is Key to Helping Them Grow and Mature
Focusing on fixing behavior will leave teens disconnected. ‘Reflective Parenting' teaches what's goes on in the teenage brain, says new book.
How Self-Compassion Can Help People Achieve Weight Loss Goals Despite Setbacks-and Resume Dieting Faster
A study of overweight adults found that higher levels of self-compassion and self-kindness were linked to resiliency after dietary lapses.
Send an Inspiring Message Every Day With These Positive Affirmation Socks-LOOK
The words we tell ourselves matter. Remind yourself-and others-that you are amazing, smart, courageous, or beautiful with NotesToSelf socks.
Rescue Dog Inspires Wheel of Fortune Winner to 'PAWS and THINK' - And Use the Prize Money to Give Back
Miranda Mittleman won $20,000 on Wheel of Fortune and her rescue dog Weaver inspired her to PAWS and Think-and use the winnings to give back.
How Technology Has Revolutionized Hair Loss Solutions
Technological improvements of hair transplants and wigs now offer better choices for those who find it too difficult to accept hair loss.
Teacher Brings Clippers to School So He Can Offer Free Haircuts to Fifth Graders Before 'Graduation'
This fifth grade teacher had an inkling that some of his students would want to clean up their hair before attending the school's "Moving On Ceremony".
The Adventure Stories in This Non-Fiction Children's Book are the Perfect Confidence Boost for Kids
The non-fiction middle grade book The Girl Who Rode a Shark: And Other Stories of Daring Women is an ideal holiday gift for girls.
If You Feel Like Things Are Falling Apart, They Are Probably Actually Coming Together
Struggling with change? Here is an excerpt from the Tama Kieves book ‘Thriving Through Uncertainty' that can help you see the bigger picture.
Most British Women Have Become Comfortable With Their Natural Looks While in Lockdown, Survey Says
According to a British survey, more than 24% say they're likely to feel more comfortable embracing their natural look once the quarantine is lifted.
People are Making Self-Care a Priority After One of the Most Stressful Years Ever
7 in 10 Americans were more conscious of needing self-care in 2020, and 69% plan to do more self-care in 2021 says a onepoll survey.
What's the Key to Raising Confident Kids? Here's What the Majority of Parents Say…
Check out the results of this poll that looked at how parents can raise confident children.
Join a Global Gathering of Researchers on the Importance of Self-Compassion - Free Online
Noted researchers are coming together on September 10 for the free Global Compassion Gathering, and the message: Self-compassion is critical.
How to Deal With Your Biggest Critic - That Inner Voice That Attacks You Regarding Self-Improvement
Are you in a secret race to be somewhere else, to be someone better? You may call it ambition, but, Tama Kieves calls it self-abandonment.
Striking a Power Pose Can Give a Person More Self-Confidence
Striking a powerful pose does actually make people feel more confident—and maybe even behave more confidently—according to a new study.
Meghan Trainor Fights Body Image With Song (WATCH)
Not only does Meghan Trainor have a big voice, she's teaching full figured women how to love themselves.
Incredible Time-lapse Shows Homeless Man's Transformation
Never underestimate the power of a makeover. This homeless veteran held a negative self-image of himself and suffered from alcoholism. Watch the transformation after he gets a haircut, shave and new clothes from the Degage Ministries. He suddenly can see some potential in his life -- and now he is making the changes needed to get back on track.
Little Boy Upset About Wearing Glasses Gets Support on Facebook
Noah Fisher was devastated when an optician told him he'd have to wear glasses, fearing that he would be laughed at. But his mom, Lindsey, set up a Facebook group called Glasses for Noah, and encouraged friends and family to send pictures of themselves wearing glasses. It grew beyond Lindsey's circle and thousands have posted pics.
Friends Convert Tractor Trailer into Six Modern Showers for Florida Homeless (WATCH)
Two Florida men are lifting the self-esteem and happiness of homeless folks, debuting a huge air-conditioned trailer outfitted with six shower stalls.
All These Celebrities Had To Fail Big Time in Order to Succeed (WATCH)
There's nothing more motivational than learning how some of the most successful people proved their haters wrong, after being told they weren't any good.
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