Self improvement Glossary

A

Active Listening

The practice of fully concentrating, understanding, and responding thoughtfully to what someone is saying.

Agility (Mental/Physical)

The ability to think or move quickly and easily, adapting to changes or challenges.

Alignment (Purpose)

The act of ensuring your actions and decisions are in harmony with your values and goals.

Awareness (Self)

The ability to recognize and understand your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

B

Budgeting

Planning your income and expenses to manage your finances effectively.

Burnout Prevention

Strategies to avoid physical and emotional exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.

C

Cognitive Skills

Mental capabilities such as memory, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Conflict Resolution

The process of resolving disagreements constructively.

Critical Thinking

The ability to analyze information objectively and make reasoned judgments.

Creativity

The ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions.

D

Debt Management

Strategies to reduce and manage financial debt effectively.

Delegation

The act of assigning tasks to others while maintaining responsibility for the outcomes.

E

Emotional Intelligence

The ability to understand and manage your emotions and empathize with others.

Empathy

The capacity to understand and share another person’s feelings.

Entrepreneurship

The process of starting and running your own business.

F

Fitness

Engaging in physical activities to improve health, strength, and endurance.

Flexibility (Physical)

The ability of your muscles and joints to move freely without stiffness.

Fear

natural emotional response to danger that activates the body’s “fight or flight” reaction, but excessive fear can lead to anxiety or phobias.

G

Gratitude

The quality of being thankful and showing appreciation.

Growth Mindset

Believing that abilities can be developed through hard work and learning.

H

Healthy Eating

Consuming a balanced diet that supports overall health.

Inner Peace

A state of calmness and contentment within oneself.

I

Innovation

Creating or implementing new and original ideas or methods.

Investment

Allocating resources such as money to earn a return or profit.

J

Journaling

Writing down thoughts, feelings, and experiences to reflect and gain insight.

L

Leadership

Guiding and inspiring others to achieve a common goal.

M

Meditation

A practice that promotes relaxation and mindfulness by focusing the mind.

Mindful Living

Being present and fully engaged in the current moment.

N

Networking

Building relationships with others to exchange information and grow professionally.

Nutrition

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

P

Passive Income

Earnings generated with minimal effort, such as rental income or investments.

Problem-Solving

Identifying issues and finding effective solutions.

Purpose (Life)

The reason or meaning behind one’s actions and existence.

R

Reflection

Thinking deeply about past experiences to learn and grow.

Resilience

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks.

S

Self-Discovery

Exploring and understanding your values, strengths, and passions.

Sleep Hygiene

Habits and practices that promote quality sleep.

Stress Management

Techniques to control stress and improve well-being.

T

Time Management

Organizing and planning how to divide your time between activities efficiently.

W

Wealth Building

Accumulating assets over time to achieve financial security.

Wellness

A holistic approach to maintaining good health in body, mind, and spirit.