Have you had a rough week at work, your spouse is upset at you, and then your car breaks down. It happens to the best of us, so how do you find the inspiration to keep moving forward? We share ways on how to think positive. The good news is that tomorrow is a new day. Cliche, yes, but hear me out. You can either…
Rough day, week, or month? Been in a funk? Determined the world is plotting against you? This sleek app will help you build the habits to revitalize your mind and body. Founded in 2013, The Fabulous gives you the opportunity to be a better you by crafting a personalized journey to help you achieve your goals. In just 19 days, create a plan that works…
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We’ve talked before about Dan Ariely’s Payoff, which tries to answer the question of what motivates people. According to Ariely and the studies he cites, motivation is best when it comes from within. When people feel engaged, important, and excited about a task, they’ll perform it to the best of their ability, regardless of any external incentives offered to them. That’s the theory, anyway, but…
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It had been a rough few years leading up to this moment… Fresh off a divorce, and having moved from one home to another, I inevitably started picking up some bad habits, and it was getting to me. During a conversation with my doctor I had an epiphany; a moment of realization where I knew I had to make some changes. And I had to…
When you open Kevin Hart’s new book I Can’t Make This Up, the first thing readers might notice is that the introduction is labeled “Mandatory.” The message is repeated in the first two sentences: “This introduction is mandatory. That means you have to read it.” In this mandatory introduction, Hart introduces three words to readers that he explains are important for understanding the lessons he…
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We've been conditioned to celebrate the big milestones and achievements, belittling the little wins along the way. However, if you don't acknowledge those small victories, then it makes it harder to celebrate–or even appreciate–the larger ones. The Science of Winning Those little wins, no matter how small, are there to keep you motivated in the long-term. Tracking those small achievements helps to boost your confidence…
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Having compassion for others is important, but how often do you remember to show that same level of kindness to yourself? How do you love yourself first? Although it may seem inconvenient, or even silly, adding self-care to your daily routine can be wondrous to both your physical and mental health. When you repeatedly put the needs of others before your own, forgetting to take…
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#myfabjourney is a series of stories from our community and how Fabulous has transformed their lives. This is Jennifer's story. -- Do you ever feel that the universe is trying to hit you over the head with something? As a physical therapist with over 13 years of experience and having started up my own practise (The Corner Physical Therapy Studio), I have seen a lot…
In his book, The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg proves that the secret to success isn't actually a secret at all. Successful people all have one thing in common: they know how to transform their habits. Your habits shape every single aspect of your life. So if you want to improve your fitness, become more productive, or build stronger relationships, then it's just a matter…
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What is the secret to happiness? Wouldn’t it be nice to just stop caring about things? To let go of all the petty annoyances that take up your time, energy, and money—jerks in traffic, going-away parties for colleagues you don’t even like, or your Facebook account—and only focus on the things that truly matter to you? Not only does blogger Mark Manson think this is…
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