Why are childhood days important in our life?

A recent study by the American Psychological Association found that people who have fond memories of childhood, specifically their relationships with their parents, tend to have better health, less depression and fewer chronic illnesses as older adults. Previous research found the same was true for young adults.

What can we learn from children?

Four life lessons you can learn from children

• Feel your feelings. Children leave their emotions on their sleeves.
• Be curious and excited. Being inquisitive is how children learn.
• Be fearless. Children jump, climb, fall and get right back up.
• Grow a little every day (even when it’s hard)

How do you write a reflection on your life?

Starting a Daily Reflection Habit Reflect on your values and live accordingly. Learn mindfulness meditation. Start a gratitude journal. Thank the people who impact your life. Jot down notes after leaving an experience.

Why do we tell stories about our past?

An individual’s life story is not an exhaustive history of everything that has happened. Rather, we make what McAdams calls “narrative choices.” Our stories tend to focus on the most extraordinary events, good and bad, because those are the experiences we need to make sense of and that shape us.

What is reflection and why is it so powerful?

A powerful aspect of reflection is its capacity to show your good fortune. This doesn’t necessarily mean money or power. Instead it refers to the simple details that come together to make a life well-lived. Start a daily gratitude practice, and within a matter of time you will start to feel much more positive about your life.

How do our life stories inspire us to make choices?

Our life stories inspire us to make CHOICES. Everyone experiences pressures and challenges in life, some more severe than others and all of us have to deal with fears, doubt, uncertainty and loss. As I stated in my previous blog about attitude, the way you frame an experience, be it positive or negative, directly determines how you respond.