Courtanae Heslop
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Courtanae Heslop is a multi-genre writer and business owner.
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How Manifesting and Affirmations Is An Excellent Combo In Creating A Better Reality
The Law of Attraction has been around for thousands of years, and it's a universal truth in the universe. The law states that like attracts like. This means that if you put out positive energy into the cosmos, then it will return to you tenfold. Manifesting is a way to create your desires through visualization and intention. It's also one of the best ways to attract abundance into your life because when you focus on what you want with all of your heart and mind, nothing can stop you from attaining it! In this article, I'm going to show you how manifesting (and affirmations) are an excellent combo in creating a better reality for yourself!
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Humans
6 Things You Can Do to Boost Your Linkedin Interview Success
The interview is the most important part of your job search. It's your chance to show a potential employer that you're worth hiring. If you've got the right skills and experience, it's not hard to ace an interview—especially if you know how to prepare for it correctly. You can have all the technical qualifications in the world, but if they don't like your personality or style, they'll hire someone else instead. Even worse: You might be hired as a contractor or temp worker without benefits or job security.
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
Linkedin Job Career Questions – The Ultimate List
The best way to get a job through Linkedin is by using it! Yes, you heard me right. You don't have to be a professional recruiter or even have a degree in computer science to understand how this network works and how you can use it for your own benefit. In fact, even if you're not looking for work at all right now but only want to build up your personal brand or keep tabs on what's out there without getting inundated with unwanted messages from recruiters — these tips will still apply!
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
Top 5 Boredom-Busting Ideas
I know what you're thinking. A post about boredom? Why would I read that? After all, who wants to think about being bored when there's so much else going on in the world? But maybe it's precisely because you're busy that you need to read this article! If you're constantly on the go and always doing something, your mind can get caught up in a pattern and start feeling trapped. That's why it's important to step back once in a while and try new things—especially when those new things are easy enough for anyone to do (and free!).
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
Do These 5 Things When You're Bored on a Friday Night for Guaranteed Fun
If you're bored on a Friday night, you might be tempted to stay in your pajamas, grab takeout and watch Netflix. While that sounds like it would be fun for about an hour, the thought of doing it for the whole night can get pretty boring (pun intended). Instead of giving up and watching movies alone in your home on a Friday night, why not try some new activities? Here are five ways to make sure your next Friday night is more exciting—and more fun!
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
Friend vs. Former Friend: The Rules of the Game
In the world of friendship, there is no greater tragedy than being stuck in the friend zone. It's like being stuck in a hyper-focused version of hell, where instead of endlessly burning in flames, your soul is trapped by a vengeful ex-lover who will not let go. The worst part about this scenario? It's easy to avoid if you know what to look out for — and even easier if you're aware of some rules that govern these situations before they happen.
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Humans
You Were My Best Friend, but Why'd You Have to Go and Stab Me in the Back?
I've been betrayed, and it hurts. I was your best friend, you know? We always had a connection. And then you just stabbed me in the back one day. I don't know why you felt the need to do that, but I guess my friendship wasn't enough for you anymore. We used to have a great time together; we laughed at movies and shared stories about our families. But now things have changed between us because of what happened between us yesterday: You were my best friend, but why'd you have to go and stab me in the back?
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Humans
5 Times Your BFF Turned Into Your Biggest Nightmare
Your friendships are like a bank account: if you're not careful, they can drain fast. And it's not just your finances that suffer when a friendship goes south; it can be incredibly damaging to your emotional health too. Luckily for us, there are plenty of signs that indicate when a friend isn't right for you anymore so that we don't end up in this situation in the first place. So here are 5 times when your BFF turned into your biggest nightmare:
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Humans
How to Make the Most of Your Strengths & Talents - Maximize What You Already Have
The first step to making the most of your strengths and talents is to figure out what they are, and the second step is to use them. I know it sounds easy, but sometimes it's not as simple as it first appears. The good news is that there are several ways you can go about discovering what your strengths and talents are, including taking an online test or working with a coach who will help you identify them. After all, everyone has something special about themselves that makes them different from everyone else on this planet - so why not be proud of it?
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
Exploring Your Interests & Passions - Uncover What You Really Love Doing
We all want to love what we do. We want to feel passionate about our work, and enjoy every day in the office. But finding your ultimate calling isn't always easy, especially if you are young and just starting out in life. That's why we've put together this list of ways to figure out what you really love doing!
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
What Does it Mean to Not Feel Sure of Where You're Headed in Life?
You've probably heard the phrase, "Follow your heart." It may be one of those things you say to yourself on a regular basis, or maybe you've even said it out loud and thought about what it means. But have you ever really thought about what it means? If so, then congratulations: You're in the majority! But if not… well… that's okay too. In fact, I want to tell you why being unsure of where you're headed is actually completely normal - and not at all something to be ashamed of!
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
7 Tips to Help you Overcome These Emotions
You feel lonely, and it's not fun. It's hard to get out of bed in the morning, you don't want to do anything or talk to anyone, and you wish it was Friday already because that means you can sleep in again. You just keep wondering why you're stuck here, surrounded by people but feeling as if they're all miles away from you. Don't worry: loneliness affects millions of people every year—and there are things we can do about it! In this article I'll discuss some of them below.
By Courtanae Heslop3 years ago in Journal
