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All Emotional Intelligence & Fitness Leadership and Business Love, Marriage, and Relationships Parents: Permission to Be Imperfect Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective Communication & Interpersonal Skills Habits for Health Heartmanity Webinars, Classes, and Events Filters ## [*Finally Achieve Inner Peace with Emotional Intelligence Habits*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/emotional-intelligence-habits) September 27, 2024 [![Finally Achieve Inner Peace with Emotional Intelligence Habits](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/happy%20beautiful%20woman%20walking%20on%20the%20sand%20of%20the%20beach%20enjoying%20and%20having%20fun%20at%20the%20sunset%20of%20the%20day_AdobeStock_621877974%20SMALL_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=happy%20beautiful%20woman%20walking%20on%20the%20sand%20of%20the%20beach%20enjoying%20and%20having%20fun%20at%20the%20sunset%20of%20the%20day_AdobeStock_621877974%20SMALL_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/emotional-intelligence-habits) Most people don't *really* believe it's possible to find true inner peace, do they? With anxiety and depression at all-time highs, disbelief is more likely. A common mistake that makes the goal even less likely is viewing inner peace as an arrival point. Why?—because to achieve peace, we must be fully present with self-acceptance and mindfulness. But we're productivity junkies, aren't we? Everyone loves to check things off their endless to-do lists to get that dopamine boost. Inner peace just doesn't fit into the get-it-done-and-move-on-to-the-next-thing mode. *Estimated reading time: 4 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/emotional-intelligence-habits) Posted in [Emotional Intelligence](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/emotional-intelligence) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*A Mentorship Guide for Helping Teen Girls Reach Their Full Potential*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teen-girls) September 26, 2024 [![A Mentorship Guide for Helping Teen Girls Reach Their Full Potential](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Having-a-mother-to-daugther-talk-482559751_Compressed-1.jpeg?width=600&name=Having-a-mother-to-daugther-talk-482559751_Compressed-1.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teen-girls) It doesn’t matter what culture you come from—being a teenager isn’t easy. However, this developmental stage and the accompanying struggles can be especially true for younger girls growing up in a generation very different from previous ones. Today, teenagers are constantly exposed to a never-ending barrage of media content that can quickly absorb much of their thinking. This exposure often leads to younger girls feeling like they need to live up to unrealistic expectations of beauty standards or societal norms that don’t align with their values. *Estimated reading: 4 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/teen-girls) Posted in [Emotional Intelligence & Fitness](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/emotional-intelligence-fitness) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Are Different Parenting Styles Ruining Your Marriage? Here's What to Do!*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/different-parenting-styles-ruining-your-marriage) September 14, 2024 [![Are Different Parenting Styles Ruining Your Marriage? Here's What to Do!](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Parenting%20arguing%20over%20differences%20in%20parenting%20styles%20with%20sad%20girl%20left%20alone%20at%20breakfast%20table..jpeg?width=600&name=Parenting%20arguing%20over%20differences%20in%20parenting%20styles%20with%20sad%20girl%20left%20alone%20at%20breakfast%20table..jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/different-parenting-styles-ruining-your-marriage) As a parent coach, I see all kinds of parenting styles. I’ve seen firsthand how challenging it can be when parents disagree on how their children should be raised and disciplined. These differences can be a source of continual arguments in nuclear and blended families alike. Are you ready for a new perspective and strategy to co-parent harmoniously? *Estimated reading time: 4 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/different-parenting-styles-ruining-your-marriage) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships), [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Eggshell Parenting: What It Is, the Effects on Children, and Why It Matters*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eggshell-parenting) September 10, 2024 [![Eggshell Parenting: What It Is, the Effects on Children, and Why It Matters](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stressed%20mother%20with%20her%20preschool.jpeg?width=600&name=Stressed%20mother%20with%20her%20preschool.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eggshell-parenting) Eggshell parenting. The very name causes hesitation. Growing up in a home with fragile or unpredictable parents creates enormous insecurity. As a young adult raised in this kind of household, you doubt yourself—your actions, your abilities, and even your self-worth—sometimes, it might feel like you question your every move. *Estimated reading time: 4 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/eggshell-parenting) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Build Flexibility and Resilience in Leadership: How to Lead with Emotional Intelligence*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/flexible-leadership) September 05, 2024 [![Build Flexibility and Resilience in Leadership: How to Lead with Emotional Intelligence](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The-monthly-management-meeting-has-begun-1136998992_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=The-monthly-management-meeting-has-begun-1136998992_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/flexible-leadership) In today’s fast-paced business world, leaders who can quickly adapt to change and bounce back from setbacks are more valuable than ever. But what allows good leaders to be flexible and welcome change without showing signs of resistance? The answer lies in developing emotional intelligence and building resiliency muscles. ***Estimated reading time: 4.5 minutes*** [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/flexible-leadership) Posted in [Business and Leadership](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/business-and-leadership) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Keeping Your Partnership Alive: 5 Dad-Approved Ways to Have Meaningful Conversations as Parents*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/meaningful-conversations) September 03, 2024 [![Keeping Your Partnership Alive: 5 Dad-Approved Ways to Have Meaningful Conversations as Parents](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Napping%20time%2c%20a%20young%20infant%20asleep%20on%20her%20fathers%20chest..jpeg?width=600&name=Napping%20time%2c%20a%20young%20infant%20asleep%20on%20her%20fathers%20chest..jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/meaningful-conversations) Becoming a parent is a life-changing and joyous experience, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. With the arrival of a new baby, sleepless nights, diaper changes, and endless feeding schedules are demanding, so it’s easy for couples to find themselves drifting apart. [Studies show](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2702669/) that mothers experience a sudden decline in relationship satisfaction after the birth of their first child, whereas dads experience a more gradual decline between months 6 to 14. ***Estimated reading time: 4 minutes*** [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/meaningful-conversations) Posted in [Love, Marriage, and Relationships](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/love-marriage-and-relationships), [Communication & Interpersonal Skills](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/communication-interpersonal-skills) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Eliminate Procrastination Habits: Learn the 7 Types to Be More Effective*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/types-of-procrastination) August 20, 2024 [![Eliminate Procrastination Habits: Learn the 7 Types to Be More Effective](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Portrait%20of%20Caucasian%20young%20man%20playing%20with%20pencil%20and%20using%20phone%20at%20workplace%20suffering%20from%20boredom%20and%20procrastination_AdobeStock_537646595%20SM_Compressed.jpeg?width=600&name=Portrait%20of%20Caucasian%20young%20man%20playing%20with%20pencil%20and%20using%20phone%20at%20workplace%20suffering%20from%20boredom%20and%20procrastination_AdobeStock_537646595%20SM_Compressed.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/types-of-procrastination) Procrastination is a common struggle that affects scores of people. It hinders productivity, effectiveness, and even personal growth. It kept me stuck for years; I only beat procrastination at its own game after discovering why I procrastinated. Understanding the different types of procrastination helps to develop strategies to overcome it. Here are real-life examples and practical solutions to empower you to eliminate procrastination more effectively. Estimated reading time: 4 minutes [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/types-of-procrastination) Posted in [Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/brain-fitness-mindfulness-and-perspective), [Emotional Intelligence & Fitness](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/emotional-intelligence-fitness) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*How to Radically Increase Authentic Power by Building Internal Boundaries*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/internal-boundaries) August 14, 2024 [![How to Radically Increase Authentic Power by Building Internal Boundaries](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pretty%20young%20woman%20on%20bicycle%20in%20the%20city%20getting%20some%20self-care.jpeg?width=600&name=Pretty%20young%20woman%20on%20bicycle%20in%20the%20city%20getting%20some%20self-care.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/internal-boundaries) Are you triggered by seemingly little things? Do you think you're too emotional? Or are you unhappy or overwhelmed with life's demands, rarely having time for yourself? How's your self-care... nonexistent? Maybe you're tired of being overweight, and self-loathing clouds your joy and positive self-esteem. If you answered yes to even one of these questions, your internal boundaries may need flexing. A powerful yet often overlooked EQ skill is setting internal boundaries for ourselves. *Estimated reading time: 5 minutes* [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/internal-boundaries) Posted in [Emotional Intelligence & Fitness](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/emotional-intelligence-fitness) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Empower Kids: Setting Healthy Boundaries*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/empower-kids) August 05, 2024 [![Empower Kids: Setting Healthy Boundaries](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sulky%2c%20angry%20girl%20pouting%20and%20in%20confict%20with%20her%20frustrated%20mom%20in%20the%20background.jpeg?width=600&name=Sulky%2c%20angry%20girl%20pouting%20and%20in%20confict%20with%20her%20frustrated%20mom%20in%20the%20background.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/empower-kids) In a world that increasingly demands instant gratification and constant connectivity, parenting has evolved and it's complex and difficult. One of the most crucial roles we play as guardians of the next generation is establishing healthy boundaries for our children. This responsibility, though daunting, is backed by recent scientific studies which underscore its importance in child development. Let's explore the power of setting healthy boundaries and limits, guided by compassion and underpinned by the latest scientific insights. [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/empower-kids) Posted in [Perfectly Imperfect Parenting](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/perfectly-imperfect-parenting), [Most Popular](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/most-popular) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn ## [*Apply Cognitive Priming to Positively Shift Your Emotions and Life*](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cognitive-priming) August 02, 2024 [![Apply Cognitive Priming to Positively Shift Your Emotions and Life](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Checking%20inventory%20-%20a%20black%20woman%20works%20on%20a%20floral%20growth%20inspection%20in%20her%20small%20business.jpeg?width=600&name=Checking%20inventory%20-%20a%20black%20woman%20works%20on%20a%20floral%20growth%20inspection%20in%20her%20small%20business.jpeg)](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cognitive-priming) Cognitive priming may seem off-putting, or sound like therapist jargon, but it’s actually a simple and effective strategy to use for personal growth and transformation. One I’ve used myself to better my life repeatedly over the years. Our brains naturally gravitate to it, so you’ve probably been using it for years without realizing it. However, by utilizing priming intentionally and practicing frequently, you can activate shifts quickly at will. *Estimated reading time: 4 minutes... much longer to master* 😎 [Read More](https://blog.heartmanity.com/cognitive-priming) Posted in [Brain Fitness, Mindfulness and Perspective](https://blog.heartmanity.com/topic/brain-fitness-mindfulness-and-perspective) Facebook Twitter Pinterest Google+ LinkedIn [« More Great Content Here](https://blog.heartmanity.com/page/14) [Newer »](https://blog.heartmanity.com/page/12) ### Free Newsletter! ### Featured Online Courses [![Online Course - Emotional Fitness for the 21st Century](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hubfs/blog-files/blog-side-fitness2.jpeg)](https://heartmanity-services-products.myshopify.com/collections/webinars/products/self-help-8-week-course-bundle) [![4 Keys to Unlocking the Power of Empathy](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hubfs/blog-files/blog-side-empathy2.jpeg)](https://heartmanity-services-products.myshopify.com/collections/webinars/products/real-empathy-real-solutions-self-coaching-workbook) ### Sign Up For Our Newsletter ![Heartmanity](https://blog.heartmanity.com/hs-fs/hubfs/heartmanity-logo-invert-web.png?width=260&name=heartmanity-logo-invert-web.png) 1104 East Main Street, Suite 4 Bozeman, MT 59715 Copyright © 2009-2025 Heartmanity, LLC. 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