The next time you make a snap judgment about a situation, take a few moments to understand an opposing viewpoint.

Studies show that when we vocalize an opinion, whether or not we believe it to be true, in time we usually come to support it.

At the root of fear is low self-esteem. This explains why angry people have low self-esteem, are argumentative, stubborn, and quick to flare up yet slow to forgive. Those behaviors are defenses against the underlying fear.

Whenever you are dealing with someone or something of unknown value the first one who places a value on it establishes its worth.

Sometimes people who adamantly assert an opinion or view don't even hold it themselves.

Jealousy of other people's success is a sure sign that you feel unfulfilled in your own life. Seeing them enjoy the fruits of their labors is a painful reminder that you do not have what you want nor have you been actively seeking it.

Freedom is the crux of self-respect. It is difficult to feel good about ourselves when we are unnaturally dependent on someone or something.