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6 Steps To Know Yourself

How do you go about ‘knowing yourself’? This article reveals six steps to explore. Aristotle famously said “Knowing yourself is...

Oct 12, 2022, 4 min read

Journaling Strategies For Mental Health & Emotional Well-Being

Can the simple act of writing really help improve your mental and emotional well-being? The short answer is YES! Plus,...

Oct 07, 2022, 6 min read

12 Interesting Date Ideas That Are Fun & Cheap

Dates are fun! Learning new things about each other, exploring new places and enjoying that romance. Whether you're on your first...

Oct 06, 2022, 6 min read

7 Relationship Rituals To Start Now

Relationship rituals are a simple, yet powerful way to nurture and grow your love. Created as intentional dedications, relationship rituals...

Sep 29, 2022, 5 min read

Mindfulness Tips For Busy People

With busy, preoccupied lives, making time for our mental and emotional health can be tricky. With so much to juggle,...

Sep 22, 2022, 4 min read

Three Simple Mindfulness Practices For Everyday Living

How can we find calmness, inner peace, and a sense of groundedness when there’s so much uncertainty? One possible solution...

Sep 08, 2022, 3 min read

40 Intimacy Quotes That Will Leave You Feeling More Connected

Feelings of intimacy can help us feel more connected to the people we love. Intimacy is a decision. It’s a...

Aug 03, 2022, 6 min read

Top Tips For Reducing School Stress

As young people return to school, it’s an excellent time to explore ways to support their mental well-being as well...

Aug 02, 2022, 4 min read

How To Feel More Connected To Your Partner

Being in love, feeling connected, and walking through life with ‘a special someone’ feels so good! The challenge is that...

Jul 27, 2022, 6 min read

40 Potent Quotes That Remind Us Of The Power Of Conversation

Conversations are a catalyst to deeper connections, fresh ideas, and a better understanding of ourselves and our world.

Jul 26, 2022, 6 min read

5 Tips For Sparking Meaningful Conversations

It’s powerful to create an intentional space for more conversations that matter. You’ll sharpen your curiosity, elevate your creativity, and...

Jul 20, 2022, 3 min read

Win the Summer with the Little Hero's Journal

Help your kiddos thrive and beat the "summer slide" with a perfect dose of structured fun that doesn’t feel like learning!

Jun 23, 2022, 5 min read

KonMari Method in the Bullet Journal

When tidying starts to feel stressful or overwhelming, the motivation to keep going soon disappears! This is where your bullet...

Jun 23, 2022, 3 min read

How To Plan The Next Quarter For Happiness & Success

The secret is to take meaningful steps NOW to increase your chances of achieving your desired result.

Jun 22, 2022, 5 min read

How To Talk About Sex With Your Partner

Sex is one of the most enjoyable things you can experience with another person. But did you know many people...

Jun 09, 2022, 5 min read

Boosting Vitality & Focus With A Non-Sleep Deep Rest Protocol

Did you know there’s a technique that can give you all the benefits of a full night’s sleep without all...

May 27, 2022, 3 min read

What Is Self-Expression & How Do You Cultivate It?

by Georgina El Morshdy The truth of who you are is one of the most beautiful things you can share...

May 19, 2022, 4 min read

How To Recognize Burnout & Recover From It

Tips For Navigating Burnout “Burnout is so hard to get out of because when you’re in it, you ask yourself,...

May 19, 2022, 8 min read

15 Quotes About Forgiveness That Can Set You Free

Glance through this powerful selection of forgiveness quotes from some of the world’s greatest thinkers and leaders. 

Apr 22, 2022, 2 min read

5 Ways To Unleash Your Inner Voice

As a creative being, there’s an infinite well of ideas locked inside of you. Keep reading to discover five powerful...

Apr 13, 2022, 4 min read

Note-Taking Strategies That Make You Smarter

When you struggle to focus or you’re scrambling to remember things, you waste time. You end up running around in...

Apr 07, 2022, 7 min read

This Simple Practice Creates Extra Bandwidth

Keep reading to discover a simple but powerful technique that could change the game for you. 

Mar 17, 2022, 3 min read

How To Write Your Own Story

We’re the author of our own book of life. We hold the pen. While others can guide us, we always...

Mar 10, 2022, 4 min read

Four Tips For Transforming Lonely Relationships

Do you sometimes feel a mile wide gap between you and your partner?  It’s not uncommon because there are so...

Feb 03, 2022, 5 min read

How To Create A Safe Space For Deep Conversations

“Behind every great relationship are difficult and uncomfortable questions we rarely get to see. Great relationships don’t just fall into...

Jan 28, 2022, 6 min read

5 Tips For Navigating Challenging Conversations With Your Partner

Let’s be honest! Relationships can evoke heavy thoughts and feelings.  You could say it’s inevitable! When you choose to walk...

Jan 20, 2022, 4 min read

7 Ways to Keep Kids Grounded on Long Road Trips

Guest Post by Sharing the Wander Long road trips with kids include all kinds of challenges, from entertainment to snack...

Dec 16, 2021, 6 min read

7 Things To Do Now To Prepare For The Next Year

If you have intentions to make 2022 your year, don’t wait for New Year’s Day. Instead, make time this month...

Dec 17, 2021, 2 min read

Five Productive Reasons To Start Doodling

Have you ever caught yourself doodling in a meeting, a lecture or on a long phone call? Suddenly, you notice...

Dec 09, 2021, 4 min read

A Checklist For Sparking Deeper Connections

Life feels better when we live it with people we love.  This is because it’s in our togetherness that we...

Dec 02, 2021, 5 min read

52 Gratitude Quotes That Inspire An Attitude Of Gratitude

Gratitude is one of the most powerful emotions we can experience as humans. When we cultivate an attitude for gratitude,...

Nov 18, 2021, 6 min read

Put Yourself First. It’s Key to a Thriving Relationship

If you want to create a deeply connected, long-lasting partnership, this advice can feel counter-intuitive. How can putting yourself first...

Nov 17, 2021, 6 min read

30 Quotes To Inspire Bold, Brave Moves

When you strip it right back, the common factor that stands between you and your dreams is YOU. Your fears....

Oct 21, 2021, 4 min read

10 Ways To Deal With Overwhelm And Have a Productive Day

Why do monster to-do lists inspire overwhelm instead of productivity?  It’s so frustrating. Just when you need to be able...

Oct 11, 2021, 7 min read

10 Ways to Get More Time (So You Can Have a Life!)

Whenever my workload is piled high and I start dropping balls, I silently wish for more time!  It makes me...

Oct 07, 2021, 8 min read

5 Ways Journaling Strengthens Your Relationship With Self

Your journal can be one of the best places to go to if you want to deepen your relationship with...

Sep 30, 2021, 5 min read

5 Self-Care Practices That Help You Be More Productive

Are you quietly dreaming about your next vacation because you’re in desperate need of a break? If so, I hear...

Sep 21, 2021, 5 min read

How To Boost Productivity & Performance With ADHD

By Georgina EL Morshdy TLDR? Here’s a quick synopsis.  ➤ The ADHD brain is a disorder of executive function, NOT...

Sep 16, 2021, 6 min read

Five Bullet Journaling [BuJo] Practices To Start Today

Perfect for planners, artists, creatives, goal-setter, and more, bullet journaling is a powerful journaling tool that offers multiple advantages. As...

Sep 10, 2021, 4 min read

5 Tips For Beating Procrastination When Working From Home

By Georgina El Morshdy Have you made the shift to home-working? Are you looking for tried and tested tips to...

Sep 02, 2021, 4 min read

How To Use Questions To Level Up Your Life

Did you know that questions help level up your life? How, you ask? Read on!

Jul 29, 2021, 4 min read

Five Small Ways To Inspire Children To Develop A Growth Mindset

Do you want your children to develop a growth mindset? Here are 5 small ways you can do!

Jul 23, 2021, 4 min read

50 Quotes That Inspire You To Think Bigger, Achieve More, and Enjoy Today

When you read a motivational quote, you get to borrow someone else’s wisdom. You get to step into a different...

Jul 07, 2021, 6 min read

How To Start A Bullet Journal - Your Ultimate Guide

By Georgina El Morshdy The BuJo buzz is spreading! More and more people are turning a blank notebook into a...

Jul 01, 2021, 9 min read

Three Powerful Ways To Unlock Your Creativity

By Georgina El Morshdy Creativity is the art of producing something new through innovation and imagination. Through thinking, play, and...

Jun 10, 2021, 3 min read

10 Things To Check When Setting Your Goals

By Georgina El Morshdy According to science, only 8% of people achieve their goals. This statistic begs the question, how...

Jun 04, 2021, 7 min read

5 Ways To Avoid Burnout Without Overloading Your Day

By Georgina El Morshdy Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion. It’s the result of prolonged, overwhelming...

May 14, 2021, 4 min read

The Three Keys Of Optimal Work-Life Balance

By Georgina El Morshdy Do you wish you felt successful and fulfilled in more areas of your life?  If so,...

May 07, 2021, 4 min read

Art of Persuasion Masterclass

Join Cathryn Lavery, founder and CEO of BestSelf Co. and Max Klymenko, business owner and "online edutainer" with over 2...

Apr 21, 2021, 1 min read

The Introspective Method For Unleashing Motivation

By Georgina El Morshdy The problem with a funk is you end up procrastinating. Wasting time can push you behind,...

Apr 15, 2021, 6 min read

3 Strategies For Leveraging Fear As A Tool For Growth

By Georgina El Morshdy It’s inevitable. Your biggest goals and dreams will push you out of your comfort zone. When...

Apr 07, 2021, 5 min read

How To Be Persuasive & Get More Of What You Want

How would your life unravel if you were able to get EXACTLY what you wanted?  Imagine if more people said...

Apr 02, 2021, 5 min read

Powerful Techniques For Increasing Concentration

By Georgina El Morshdy I remember reading that human attention spans have shrunk in recent years - a trend that...

Mar 25, 2021, 4 min read

How To Make Journaling A Habit In Five Simple Steps

By Georgina El Morshdy Have you thought about starting a journaling habit? If so, you’re in good company. Here’s what...

Mar 19, 2021, 4 min read

Five Effective Strategies For Managing Stress

By Georgina El Morshdy Does stress get in the way of you being your best self?  We all have different...

Mar 11, 2021, 5 min read

Core Values Workshop

Core values are a compass that help you align your decisions, live with purpose and find out what makes you...

Mar 10, 2021, 1 min read

50 Inspirational Quotes from 50 Incredible Women To Help You Be Your Best

When it comes to lists of motivational quotes, it’s not unusual for men to feature more frequently than women. So...

Jan 31, 2020, 6 min read

A Simple Way To Test Your Core Values

Your Core Values are the things you care about the most. In this way, your Core Values create a compass...

Mar 04, 2021, 3 min read

This SMART Goals Worksheet Helps You Plan Your Goals And Create Your Roadmap

Goals are tools that help you transform your life and create the things you want. But the act of picking...

Mar 04, 2021, 6 min read

Strategies For Living Your Core Values

By Georgina El Morshdy When you cut to the core, you want to feel good about yourself and your life....

Feb 26, 2021, 5 min read

Three Strategies For Making The Most Of The Present Moment

By Georgina El Morshdy It’s exciting to think about hitting a big goal or getting to a date in your...

Feb 19, 2021, 4 min read

How To Define Your Core Values

By Georgina El Morshdy Do you struggle to feel purposeful in your life or fulfilled in your relationships?  Maybe you...

Feb 12, 2021, 4 min read

10 Ways To Appreciate Your Partner

When was the last time you intentionally showed your partner how much you appreciate them?  It’s not a trick question! ...

Feb 04, 2021, 8 min read

How To Set Relationship Goals That Strengthen Your Connection & Enhance Your Life

How do you create a relationship that can last a lifetime? How can you ensure you stay on the same...

Jan 28, 2021, 5 min read

5 Organizational Tips For A More Effective Life

“Organizing is what you do before you do something, so that when you do it, it is not all mixed...

Jan 22, 2021, 6 min read

5 Ways Relationships Help You Find Your Best Self

Relationships are a great way to build trust and intimacy with someone else. But have you ever thought about how...

Jan 14, 2021, 4 min read

How To Create Meaningful Connections In Your Work & Life

There’s only so far we can go alone.  Magic happens when your dreams connect you with people who love you,...

Dec 17, 2020, 4 min read

Write. Heal. Transform. Journaling Masterclass

Join Georgina El Morshdy, BestSelf Co.'s head writer and host of "Writing Your Best Self" podcast, and Lamia Pardo, founder...

Oct 02, 2020, 1 min read

6 Areas of Self-Care Wheel (Free PDF Download)

Self-care is time that you dedicate to you; with the intention of boosting and nourishing your mental, emotional, and physical...

Sep 23, 2020, 1 min read

Lead by Example With These 3 Habits for the Whole Family

When it comes to improving our lives, many of us use significant events like New Year’s as a turning point...

Jul 29, 2020, 3 min read

How To Improve Relationships With The Three Levels Of Listening

"You can have everything in life you want if you will just help enough other people get what they want"...

Jul 24, 2020, 3 min read

How a Daily Gratitude Practice Reduces Stress

Take back control by changing your perspective to develop a positive mindset and reduce stress! Feeling positive and optimistic empowers...

Jul 16, 2020, 2 min read

The Power of Yet

When it comes to your goals, self-sabotage is a common problem. But did you know there’s a super simple way...

Jul 06, 2020, 1 min read

Free Printable Undated Monthly Calendars for the Self Journal

Description: The following blank calendar templates are perfect for attaching to your Self Journal, or putting up on your wall to mark down...

Jul 01, 2020, 1 min read

Five Techniques That Prove You Can Do More Than You Imagined Possible

We see those big plans, big ambitions, and big dreams - and we know you can do it.  You’re always...

Jun 25, 2020, 6 min read

The Truth About Personal Development

What do you do when you realize that you want to make a change in your life? How do you...

Jun 24, 2020, 1 min read

Why You Need To Start Your Day With a Frog

Not all tasks are created equally! This one simple but powerful concept can help you overcome procrastination, prioritize your to-do...

Jun 23, 2020, 1 min read

Overcome Self-Sabotage with Divergent Thinking

Divergent thinking is a powerful thinking technique that empowers you to uncover hidden problems and unlikely solutions so you can...

Jun 18, 2020, 1 min read

Why 13 Weeks Is The Goal-Setting Sweet Spot

Unlike other journals, the undated 90-day Self Journal is designed to help you guide you towards meeting your goals and...

Jun 04, 2020, 1 min read

Three Critical Timescales For Achieving Your Goals

When it comes to goals and becoming your best self, time is your most critical resource. Time represents potential. Each...

May 29, 2020, 5 min read

Unleashing The Awesome Power Of NO

“Just saying yes because you can’t bear the short-term pain of saying no is not going to help you do...

May 21, 2020, 4 min read

Why Vulnerability Is The Key To Success

When you think about achieving success and becoming your best self, vulnerability as a practice may not instantly spring to...

May 17, 2020, 5 min read

Why you should start and end your day with gratefulness

It's one thing to feel gratitude, but to acknowledge and express it by writing it down in your journal helps...

May 12, 2020, 1 min read

10 Creative Ways To Use The Intimacy Deck

Meet the Intimacy Deck Packed with 150 conversation starters, the Intimacy Deck is designed to spark the deep and meaningful...

May 11, 2020, 5 min read

Why Positive Affirmations Work

“Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right” - Henry Ford. Have you ever set a...

May 03, 2020, 5 min read

How to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs

"Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right". These powerful words by Henry Ford are a...

Apr 30, 2020, 1 min read

Unlock your Creativity with Morning Pages

Based on Julia Cameron's book "The Artist's Way", the practice of Morning Pages, writing 3 pages of longhand stream-of-consciousness can...

Apr 20, 2020, 1 min read

How To Write a Daily To-Do List You Actually Get Done

Who doesn’t love a to-do list? It’s a simple, yet effective strategy that helps you get your head around the...

Apr 13, 2020, 5 min read

Self Journal Goal Setting Workshop

Make the most out of your new self journal during this 60-minute hands-on training. Together we'll go through the Self...

Apr 10, 2020, 6 min read

Edison Shelter-in-Place PDF

Thomas Edison didn't just invent the light bulb by simply waiting around for inspiration to strike, and neither should you!...

Mar 30, 2020, 1 min read

Eight Strategies For Ending an Unproductive Day with a Win

Unproductive days can creep up on us for a whole host of reasons. Stress, distractions, anxiety, confusion, tiredness overwhelm, boredom,...

Apr 03, 2020, 5 min read

The 20-Mile March: Why Consistent Action Creates Goal Success

Motivation is hard - especially when the road ahead gets tough! That's why a lot of people fall short of...

Apr 01, 2020, 1 min read

How To Maximize The Positives Of Remote Working When You’re Schooling Kids At Home

As parents, we’re used to juggling childcare and work around the school holidays. We pull in favors, send them to...

Mar 20, 2020, 7 min read

Intimacy Deck as used by a Photographer

Discover how one wedding photographer uses the Intimacy Deck to capture magical moments on camera by inspiring meaningful conversations between...

Mar 26, 2020, 1 min read

How to Work From Home: Tips from a Remote Company

Whether you’re working from home for the first time, managing a now remote team, or looking for a way to...

Mar 19, 2020, 3 min read

7 Strategies For Creating Certainty In Uncertain Times

Current unprecedented events have created a lot of fear. Fortunately, there are practical, purposeful things you can do to turn...

Mar 20, 2020, 1 min read

A Lesson on Coping With Uncertainty and Misfortune

In times of uncertainty and chaos, when things seem utterly out of our own control, remember that even though we...

Mar 12, 2020, 1 min read

7 Things To Organize For A Calmer, More Productive Life

Does life feel super busy at times? Are you busy juggling a million and one things - wondering when you...

Mar 06, 2020, 6 min read

How To Use Mindfulness To Be Your Best

Your best self is so much more than achieving your goals and maximizing your time to do more of the...

Feb 27, 2020, 4 min read

BestSelf Day Live: Practicing Mindfulness

Practicing Mindfulness With Cathryn On February's BestSelf Day Live stream, Cathryn shares how practicing mindfulness has helped improve clarity, concentration...

Feb 25, 2020, 1 min read