When I first discovered and became obsessed with the personal development/self-help world, this story from Courtney Carver provided one of the first insights that really opened my mind. It made me reassess all of the things I want to do in my life and really evaluate what truly matters the most.
If you are feeling a little lost, or sometimes question what you want out of life – you might find this story very relatable.
Stress is good, to an extent. Having small doses of stress can help you increase your alertness, stay focused, and boost your productivity. But when there is too much stress and you don’t know how to manage it well, stress can become harmful for your mind, body, and relationships.
Early this year, I was feeling completely overwhelmed with work, classes, and a couple personal commitments. Despite knowing I had many things to do every day, I was on social media more than ever before.
Simply put, I was addicted. I realized I wasn’t feeling as happy and as focused as I wanted to be.