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From Competition To Connection

Brilliantly Better

I guess that spreading away your genes as far away as you could, imposing your own DNA over your peers and just surviving in a very difficult environment was the biggest achievement you could have during those times. Our social structures, our environment, our capacity of creating life supporting materials have evolved.

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The Truth About Impostor Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Stephanie LH Calahan

Social media users have created a voyeuristic environment where we can easily get caught up in “comparisonitis.” Accepting all of yourself, including your flaws, is a critical part of having healthy self-esteem and self-worth. Replace that comparison time with learning to respect your own experiences.

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How to Work for A Difficult Boss

Musings of a High-Level Executive Assistant

Or it could be that he is just mentally ill, has some sort of addiction, or low self esteem. And you will need a personal life, loved ones, hobbies, dreams, and a support system to help offset a terrible boss and the toxic work environment tenfold. You will always have to take the high road. Figure out how to cultivate that.