https://www.roliedema.com/personal-development-blog.html Welcome - What's New on the Blog: en-us personal development Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:44 -0400 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:44 -0400 roliedema.com https://www.roliedema.com/slow-down-to-move-forward.htmlcbb3f84f159a540d8992a157afe5ada7We tend to view slowing down as falling behind, but did you know it can actually lead to significant speed later on? Here's why slowing down moves you forward.
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:00:35 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/things-to-stop-doing-to-feel-more-fulfilled.html97d83eb129a04cd3bb7dec85fb1648d9Are you unintentionally engaging in behaviours that leave you feeling depleted and empty? Here are 5 things to stop doing if you want to feel more fulfilled.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:35:24 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/subtle-habits-that-transform-your-life.html14c643479e242951a4be7a506176c88cProgress towards the things that matter isn't usually loud or dramatic. Here are 5 subtle habits that quietly transform your life over time.
Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:21:09 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-marcus-lynn.html83d051ed74f673b030abb271a16e617eIn this spotlight interview, therapist Marcus Lynn explains how we can begin to see emotions as information and make change more realistic in our lives.
Mon, 19 Jan 2026 18:24:54 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/best-personal-development-courses.html524b4c8cbf6d9467cd2ec56b94615024To reach your goals for the year, there are are certain skills you might need to unlock first. Here are the best personal development courses to level up your life in 2026.
Thu, 1 Jan 2026 23:04:32 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/small-gestures-that-matter-more-than-I-love-you.htmla67c38b8cb6a37b0f4a427bedacd8704Small, consistent actions often reveal more love than words. Here are 5 subtle gestures that matter more than “I love you”.
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:37:53 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/gifts-for-psychology-majors.html163e8455ff5be2b30ec2284fbcfaf39dLooking for the perfect psychology-themed present for a college student or therapist? Here is a roundup of the best gifts for psychology majors.
Sun, 7 Dec 2025 13:46:06 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/gifts-for-high-maintenance-women.html9e9c4182844ad5fe10fbf1d524974901What do you buy a lady who is already accustomed to a lavish lifestyle? Here are ideal gifts for high maintenance women who never settle for less than the best.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:49:55 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/creative-incubation-phase-vs-rut.htmlc071a7754e36b64d56d512ae04e2862cFeeling uninspired? What if this pause is actually part of the process...Here are signs that you're in a creative incubation phase and good things are coming.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 19:51:07 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/gifts-for-smart-people.html0e3932cef22d418e9f43fd07a5a5a13eLooking for a perfect gift for the “Einstein” in your life? Here are the best gifts for smart people, that’ll make them even smarter...
Sat, 8 Nov 2025 22:43:57 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/best-biography-audiobooks.html5055eb69646a57152c5c38c72a364e78How well do you know your heroes? Here are the best biography audiobooks that unlock the private lives of the world's most intriguing and iconic figures.
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 14:37:43 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/signs-youre-playing-the-long-game-in-life.html94d799aab13db07816e62bdd0a5c3997If there's anything that synonymous with lasting success, it's playing the long game. Here are 7 signs you're staying focused and playing the long game in life.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:35:17 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/why-you-should-have-the-confidence-to-do-things-alone.html4b7c58b968f1c4aa65432e7bb5f6819fDo you dread doing things alone? Or do you feel confident when alone in public? Here are 5 reasons why you should have the confidence to do things alone.
Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:44:28 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-rume-dedekuma.html35f9d3490db65958757290442018efc3In this spotlight interview, therapist Rume Dedekuma shares valuable insights on how to be kind to ourselves while also holding ourselves accountable to grow.
Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:34:43 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-beverly-reed.htmle243d80085d06c943b5eb7197ca59809In this spotlight interview, therapist Beverly Reed explains how to transition from disempowerment to a greater sense of empowerment and control over our lives.
Thu, 28 Aug 2025 20:43:16 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/flower-of-love-flower-of-art.htmlc7a193ce429185036351709335060fcbThere is a quote by Sheila Heti related to love and art that has left a remarkable impression on me. Let's discuss the quote and unpack some powerful lessons.
Mon, 4 Aug 2025 18:02:34 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-bradley-lewis.html27149168c49af749543ca87a35373091In this spotlight interview, therapist Bradley Lewis shares insights on how to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and hit pause on our immediate urges.
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 19:40:58 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-anna-gwozdz.htmlc19f5767482adbd783986b24d3bb2b43In this spotlight interview, therapist Anna Gwozdz reveals one way we unconsciously hide from discomfort and prevent real healing and growth in our lives.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:14:39 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/inner-work-with-dr-shervin-vakili.html162ea84b33a6c408d61d049607aa41acIn this spotlight interview, Calgary therapist Dr. Shervin Vakili shares unique insights on emotional resilience and making space for strong emotions.
Sun, 18 May 2025 18:33:20 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/best-python-courses-online.html3807a251ec81bf3b1b372cbfe74cedd2Here are the best python courses online to help you learn python programming and and practice your new skills through hand-ons projects and exercises.
Fri, 11 Apr 2025 22:19:11 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/duality-of-life.htmla6c47b184136df00a6215df190daf192Good and bad, light and darkness, highs and lows - these are all elements of a rich, rewarding existence. Here's what I wish I knew about the duality of life.
Sun, 30 Mar 2025 18:06:10 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/best-editing-courses.htmle79d40d57cbcea41288105d1beafdf43Here are the best video editing courses to help you advance from beginner to pro and create high-quality videos.
Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:14:28 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/screen-free-activities.html7238b4a0adba5daa8e148f2b99406929Resisting the urge to scroll on your phone is a lot easier when you have screen free activities that you actually enjoy. Here's what I wish I knew about enjoying time offline.
Mon, 17 Mar 2025 22:57:00 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/best-stress-management-courses.html3053abcd28df9e6647c2a34794348909Here are the best stress management courses online to provide you with strategies to help you find calm in this chaotic world.
Thu, 13 Mar 2025 20:39:23 -0400 https://www.roliedema.com/keeping-a-blog-alive.html22ad1473a75d0bd552762025b468bdd4This blog is probably the longest project I've ever sustained during my lifetime. Here's what I wish I knew about keeping a blog alive.
Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:33:57 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/coping-with-identity-crisis.html3a84c3791f1dac4c56da94d07baec5e6One's self of sense is continually changing, but sometimes it can change a lot more than you ever expected. Here's what I wish I knew about coping with an identity crisis.
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 23:57:32 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/best-digital-painting-courses.htmlb824d383b434e26d754ec97a2ad5f92eWith the sleek and intuitive tools available today, there’s never been a better time to get into digital art. Here are the best digital painting courses online.
Mon, 3 Feb 2025 13:14:48 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/best-content-creation-courses.htmldfa0b23c2ba1c57f6127859df3ed2594Here are the best content creation courses online for freelancers, entrepreneurs, employees, and anyone else who wants to learn in-demand digital skills.
Sat, 1 Feb 2025 22:03:37 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/fate-and-destiny.html4ab97500272d75e6ce5293aa26e56772We often learn things about life that we wish we could go back and tell our younger selves. Here's what I wish I knew about fate and destiny.
Wed, 29 Jan 2025 17:47:26 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/coach-training-alliance-review.html84fbee901da22048317c7f20d1973849Are you thinking about becoming a certified coach? Here is a comprehensive review of Coach Training Alliance, a popular ICF Accredited training program.
Sat, 25 Jan 2025 21:46:34 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/documentary-filmmaking-courses.html30fce299367bc4086ee29b3f64f60ee3Love filmmaking? Here are the best online documentary filmmaking courses to help you refine your skills and turn your passion for films into a career.
Wed, 15 Jan 2025 17:12:37 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/healthy-boundaries.htmlb422414390313aa609ce19aa6fb28b1fHealthy boundaries are the difference between refreshing, life-giving relationships, and toxic, life-sucking ones. Here's what I wish I knew about setting healthy boundaries...
Fri, 10 Jan 2025 15:31:55 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/accountability-coaches.htmlefa2e6caea38a231f41af9b98eab7bdfStruggling to stay committed to your goals? Here are the best accountability coaches online to provide you with the support you need to reach success.
Wed, 1 Jan 2025 21:45:37 -0500 https://www.roliedema.com/your-entire-life-is-a-form-of-self-expression.htmlebba4a889e721fdff7fdca7d02c8fb90“Attuned choice by attuned choice, your entire life is a form of self-expression. You exist as a creative being in a creative universe. A singular work of art.”
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