They say that misery loves company. Often times, people don’t feel like their gifts and talents are being properly utilized. They might also feel like what they’re doing to earn a

paycheck has absolutely nothing to do with their passion. If it doesn’t make financial sense to quit right now, we understand. Paying bills is important. But why can’t you also

take a class, start a blog/vlog or put plans together to start your own business during your off time? Knowing that you’re investing in your own life’s purpose can make

walking into the office so much bearable. It can help you to see some light at the end of the tunnel too.

There probably is no greater oxymoron than “toxic friend”. A lot of us have them because we don’t really know what signs to look out for. Do you have a friend

who envies what you have, talks about you behind your back, betrays your secrets, is wishy-washy in the support department, belittles your achievements, is far more critical than supportive, or doesn’t love

you for who you are? This classifies as a toxic friend. And toxic people can bring a lot of stress and negativity into your world. A good read is “

href="https://www.amazon.com/Safe-People-Relationships-Avoid-Those/dp/0310210844/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1481219134&sr=1-1&keywords=safe+people" target="_blank">Safe People: How to Find Relationships That Are Good for You and Avoid Those That Aren't”. Read it and make the proper adjustments. You’re worth friends who make you

better, not bitter.

We all have that ex. That one ex that keeps making us wonder “what if?” even once the relationship is over. You need time to heal, we’ll give you that.

But that’s not going to happen if you’re constantly seeking them out, going on dates and (whew!) having sex with them. One of the biggest problems with not emotionally releasing

an ex is you’re constantly living in the past, not the present. And that can stall out your future. Anything or one that keeps you stagnant? Little by little, yes

love, they are ruining your life.

What goals do you have for next week? Next month? Next year! Being a goal-oriented person will help you to feel good about yourself. It will make you more positive,

boost your confidence levels and fuel your ambition. If all you do is wake up, go to work, come home and hang out in bars or clubs on the weekends,

life is passing you by. (Click here for tips on how to set goals for your life.)

If you’re getting less than six hours of sleep a night, don’t make light of it. Physically and emotionally, it could be ruining your life because it could be ruining

your health! A lack of sleep makes you moody, affects your concentration, weakens your immune system, raises your blood pressure, increases your chances of heart disease and Type 2 Diabetes,

and can even lead to depression and accidental death. NOTHING is worth you not getting your z-z-z’s. Get on a sleep schedule. Turn your smartphone off. And make no apologies

for getting some rest. It rejuvenates you so that you can tackle all of the other things on this list. A good night’s rest can make your life so much better!