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Is Buddhism a Monotheistic or Polytheistic Religion? 5 Interesting Facts

When you think of monotheism, what springs to mind? Most people think of the major religions like Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. 

So, where does Buddhism fit in — is it monotheistic or polytheistic? It turns out that Buddhism isn’t that predictable.

To avoid any misconceptions, here’s what you need to know to answer this fundamental question about this profound philosophical tradition:

What Is Monotheism?Is Buddhism Polytheistic Or Monotheistic?Do Buddhists Pray?

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20 Things to Be Grateful for Today and Tomorrow

The attitude of gratitude takes you to a higher level of happiness, and this attitude is cultivated through the practice of being grateful for things, small and big, every day.

According to spiritual thought-leader and trainer of Mindvalley’s Life Visioning Mastery Quest, Michael Bernard Beckwith, it’s the ability to see what has already been given to you — all the gifts of existence.

And if you struggle to answer the question, “What are the things to be grateful for?”, here are 20 reasons...

How to Make a Good First Impression: Tips From Vanessa Van Edwards

It’s true that you can’t read a book by its cover. However, a great cover with a great plot may double up its success, right? 

Learning how to make a good first impression can do exactly that — set you up for success in your future interactions. It’s like getting hyped over an event like Burning Man or Mindvalley University and discovering the wonders on the other side.

So how can you make a good first impression? This is where the expertise of Vanessa Van Edwards, behavioral investigator ...

How to Make a Good First Impression: Tips From Charisma Expert

It’s true that you can’t read a book by its cover. However, a great cover with a great plot may double up its success, right? 

Learning how to make a good first impression can do exactly that — set you up for success in your future interactions. It’s like getting hyped over an event like Burning Man or Mindvalley University and discovering the wonders on the other side.

So how can you make a good first impression? This is where the expertise of Vanessa Van Edwards, behavioral investigator ...

How To Tell if Someone Likes You: 30 Tips From a Dating Expert

You may get a little giddy when it comes to infatuation — we all do. But are there ways to learn how to tell if someone likes you?

Of course, there is. It’s a far cry from “they love me, they love me not” while pulling off the petals of a flower. However, it’ll provide you with the foundation of knowing whether someone is into you or not.

This is where body language expert, Linda Clemons can help. With her guidance and expertise through Mindvalley’s Body Language for Dating & Attraction Qu...

8 Practical Tips to Improve Your Life With Positive Thoughts

Imagine if you were to start giving heartfelt appreciation for everything in your life — the good and the bad, the pleasant and the unpleasant, the easy and challenging. No matter what happens for you, nothing will knock you down. 

This is the power of positive thoughts. And its benefits are backed up by science — they improve your physical and mental health, increase your happiness, and boost productivity.

Here’s what you need to know to cultivate this unshakable attitude in life:

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7 Symptoms of Philophobia — and How to Rise Above It

Fairy tales have a “good vibes only” sense about them — the giddiness of a meet-cute, the warmth of connection, and the magic of awe. The thing is, though, they often sell us short on the realities of love. When we try to apply the same formula to our own lives, we quickly realize that there’s more to it beyond the “happily ever after.” 

That may well lead to a breakup. So we try again. That leads to an intense screaming match. And so, we try and try again, which then leads to another breakup...

How to Identify and Improve Your Conflict Management Style

Conflicts happen all the time — it’s an inevitable part of life. However, the question isn’t whether or not you’ll experience it. Rather, it’s about how you handle it.

That’s what conflict management is all about, really. Whether it’s an argument between people, a clash of ideas, or a crisis with oneself, it’s a skill that can help you navigate disagreements before it escalates into something irretrievable. 

Let’s take a closer look at it:

What Is Conflict Management?5 Conflict Man...

Goal-Setting Theory Can Help With Your Success — Here’s How

Identifying goals has been ingrained in us since our youth. “What do you want to be when you grow up?” or “Where do you see yourself in five years?” are common goal-oriented questions many of us have been asked (or asking ourselves).

Some of us have been able to reach them. Others aren’t so successful. And the latter often give up, chalking it up to the inefficiency of goal-setting and setting off in their life adventure without a compass.

However, it’s not that goal-setting doesn’t work. ...

50 Personal Goals Examples to Help You Regain Control Over Your Life

Setting personal goals is more than manifesting what you want; it gives you control over your focus and priorities in life. 

If you set them right, they will direct your actions and behaviors. If you don’t, you may just be dictated by society, companies, politicians, and even your own family. 

To gain total control over your life, here’s how setting personal goals can help you:

What Are Personal Goals?8 Tips to Set Personal Goals50 Examples of Personal GoalsFinal Tips on Ho...