Celine Park

Category: Celine’s Practical Personal Development Tools

  • Tools to Help You Feel Better Immediately

    Whatever you focus on shapes your emotions—whether it’s happiness, sadness, or even feelings of frustration. The more attention you give to something, the stronger those emotions become. For instance, when I focus on my semi-retirement plans, I feel excited and energized because I’m putting my energy into something that makes me feel good. On the […]

  • How I Overcame Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

    Recently, obsessive behaviors started to take over my daily routine. I found myself repeatedly checking the fridge door, electricity plugs, windows, and stove before going to bed. I was driven by the fear that something might be left undone, which could cause harm. To feel satisfied, I would press on doors firmly and count to […]

  • Overcome Anxiety: Practical Steps to Take Control of Your Life

    Practice Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques What It Does:Keeps you grounded, reduces overthinking, and calms anxiety. How to Do It: Benefits:Calms your nervous system, reduces stress hormones, and promotes mental clarity. By focusing on something like nature or your surroundings, your mind is freed from unnecessary worries and overthinking. Stop Dwelling on the Past and Negative […]

  • How I Found More Energy: My Personal Journey

    After feeling low on energy, I realized I was focusing too much on exercise. I ignored signs from my body like tiredness, brain fog, and low motivation. I thought constant exercise would boost my energy, but it actually drained me and made me less productive. I would end up binge-watching Netflix all day after pushing […]

  • The Power of Preparation

    Life is all about preparation. I enjoy preparing for everything because it makes life more organized and productive. For instance, I prepare for my evening exercise before commuting to work, so I can go straight to the gym afterward. I also make a protein drink the night before to have it ready for the next […]

  • How to Control Your Emotions Effectively

    I failed again. I let others control my thoughts and feelings, which made me feel down.However, I managed to regain control within 7 hours—a significant improvement. Here’s how I did it:When unfair thoughts invaded my mind at 1 a.m., I repeatedly told myself, “It’s already in the past. I won’t dwell on it because I […]

  • Life Is Short: Start Living Life Before It’s Too Late

    I often ask myself, when do people truly start living? My answer is, “When we face death.” If I had asked myself these questions last week, how would I have lived? What would I have done? Who would I have called or spent time with? What would I have shared from my heart? How would […]

  • End the Excuse: Stop Doing What Hurts You

    Don’t waste time with “But” or “However.” There’s no excuse—just stop. Haven’t you had enough regret? Stop doing things that make you feel ashamed or guilty. Instead, focus on what makes you stronger. For example, I used to drink alcohol with excuses like rewarding myself, celebrating, or justifying that I deserve it. But this is […]

  • How to Find the Right Career #1

    I attended a mending class yesterday, and it turned into another hobby of mine. This experience gave me another perspective on finding my future career. For the past 25 years, I’ve struggled to find my true passion. I have tried various jobs, turning my interests into careers, only to realize they weren’t the right fit. […]

  • Yesterday Morning Changed My Life

    Yesterday morning, my partner and I volunteered as ice hockey coaches for children at the ice rink. My desire to be on the ice was one of the reasons I decided to volunteer. However, it turned out to be a turning point in my life. First and foremost, I felt truly alive. I hadn’t intended […]