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How to make better decisions: 9 tips to choose with confidence
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 5/7/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 5/7/25

How to make better decisions: 9 tips to choose with confidence

Do you always struggle with small decisions like which toothpaste to buy or bigger ones like where to live? Explore 9 tips to help you make decisions with more ease.

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Are messy people more creative? Here’s what science really says
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/25/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/25/25

Are messy people more creative? Here’s what science really says

It turns out your messy room could actually shape your creative thinking. Discover the link between your environment and your creativity, plus 8 ways to embrace your mess.

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Scared to step out of your comfort zone? Here's how to manage
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/24/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/24/25

Scared to step out of your comfort zone? Here's how to manage

If just the thought of trying something new leaves your palms sweaty, we get it. Learn why it can be so hard to leave your comfort zone and 11 ways to break free.

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10 characteristics of the campaigner personality type (ENFP)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/16/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 4/16/25

10 characteristics of the campaigner personality type (ENFP)

Learn what the campaigner (ENFP) personality type is, including what it means. Plus 10 attributes of this type, how you can get along, and what career options might work best.

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How to read more (and why it may boost your mental health)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/25

How to read more (and why it may boost your mental health)

Have a pile of unread books on your nightstand? Most of us do. Learn why reading more can actually boost your mental health and how to incorporate it into your daily life.

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How to spark your creativity: 15 mindful ways to get inspired
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 3/11/25

How to spark your creativity: 15 mindful ways to get inspired

Has your life been feeling a little dull or uninspired? Explore how you can spark more creativity into your life with 15 easy ways to ignite your imagination every day.

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10 characteristics of the defender personality type (ISFJ)
Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 3/10/25 Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 3/10/25

10 characteristics of the defender personality type (ISFJ)

Learn what the defender (ISFJ) personality type is. Plus 10 characteristics of this type, how to interact with them, and best career paths for an ISFJ person.

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10 characteristics of the mediator personality type (INFP)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/28/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/28/25

10 characteristics of the mediator personality type (INFP)

Learn what the mediator (INFP) personality type is, including what it stands for. Plus 10 characteristics of this type, how to interact with them, and best careers for an INFP.

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“What are my values?” 5 tips to help you find what matters most
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/21/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/21/25

“What are my values?” 5 tips to help you find what matters most

We all know values are important, but that doesn't mean we always know what ours are. Explore 5 tips to help you finally answer the question "What are my values?"

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What are the 16 personality types (and what do they say about you)?
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/21/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/21/25

What are the 16 personality types (and what do they say about you)?

Eager to understand people better? Learning their personality type could be the key. Explore the 16 Myers-Briggs personality types and what they may mean for your relationships.

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10 fun and easy self-love activities to boost your wellbeing
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/12/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/12/25

10 fun and easy self-love activities to boost your wellbeing

Self-love can sound hard (and cheesy), but it doesn't have to be! Explore 10 fun and easy activities to show yourself some love and boost your wellbeing along the way.

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Alone on Valentine’s Day? Here's 10 ways to actually enjoy it
Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 2/11/25 Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 2/11/25

Alone on Valentine’s Day? Here's 10 ways to actually enjoy it

Being alone isn’t the same as being lonely! Explore the benefits of being alone on Valentine’s Day and get 10 ideas for how to spend the holidays solo.

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Are you anti-Valentine's Day? Here's how to (not) celebrate V-day
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/11/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/11/25

Are you anti-Valentine's Day? Here's how to (not) celebrate V-day

If you're one of those people who dreads Valentine’s Day, you’re not alone. Explore the anti-Valentine’s Day movement, and how to "celebrate" a little differently this V-day.

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Wondering how to be more authentic? These 10 tips can help
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/5/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/5/25

Wondering how to be more authentic? These 10 tips can help

So you want to stay true to yourself but don't really know where to start? We got you. These 10 mindful tips can help you learn how to be more authentic in your daily life.

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How to be more proactive (and the benefits of trying)
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/5/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 2/5/25

How to be more proactive (and the benefits of trying)

If you’re not a natural go-getter, but you want to be, there’s hope. Learn 9 ways to be more proactive and how going after what you want can change your life.

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How to show more affection in relationships (and why it matters)
Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 1/29/25 Personal Growth, Relationships Calm Editorial Team 1/29/25

How to show more affection in relationships (and why it matters)

Small acts of affection can give our relationships a boost, but it doesn't always come easily. Learn 10 ways to show more affection to your people and enjoy the benefits.

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Do you have a hero complex? Here's what to do about it
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 1/24/25 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 1/24/25

Do you have a hero complex? Here's what to do about it

Helping others is great, but for some people, the need to rescue can become unhealthy. Learn more about the hero complex and what to do if you're struggling with it.

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“Open When”: 3 Highlights from Dr. Julie Smith & Mel Mah’s “Calm Conversation”
Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 1/16/25 Mental Health, Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 1/16/25

“Open When”: 3 Highlights from Dr. Julie Smith & Mel Mah’s “Calm Conversation”

Mel Mah and Dr. Julie Smith discuss practical advice for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, providing a roadmap to a more resilient, self-compassionate life.

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How to be more assertive in your life (and why it's important)
Personal Growth, Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 1/2/25 Personal Growth, Workplace Wellness Calm Editorial Team 1/2/25

How to be more assertive in your life (and why it's important)

Feel like you get walked over and want to learn how to speak up and create firmer boundaries? Let's explore 10 tips for how to be more assertive and why it matters.

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20 reflection questions to help you have a mindful new year
Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/20/24 Personal Growth Calm Editorial Team 12/20/24

20 reflection questions to help you have a mindful new year

Ready to start the new year with clarity and purpose? Explore 20 journal prompts and reflection questions to help you celebrate 2024 and set intentions for 2025.

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