High 5 Weekly Career Transitions Roundup: Why You Should Make Time for Self-Reflection

This is our weekly roundup of some of the best career-related articles, interviews, blogs, etc., we've read during the week. We share them so you have some great resources to prepare you for the coming week. Enjoy!

• Why You Should Make Time for Self-Reflection: "The most useful reflection involves the conscious consideration and analysis of beliefs and actions for the purpose of learning. Reflection gives the brain an opportunity to pause amidst the chaos, untangle and sort through observations and experiences."

• How to Thrive When Feeling Stuck in a Rut: "Courage is something we can develop and build throughout a lifetime. Think of it as a byproduct of all that life presents to you -- the victories and the losses."

• What to Do When You Love Your Job But Hate Your Boss: "Think about the role you want after this one and strategically work to gather the experiences, contacts and training you'll need to step into that position."

• Here's When You Should or Shouldn't Listen to Feedback: "You’ll benefit from negative feedback if you’re sure about your commitment and you’re an expert—you know what and how to do it, but need the extra push to get going."
• 3 Scientific Reasons Clutter Can Stress You Out: "An excess of physical clutter can overload the visual cortex, competing for attention in your brain and interfering with your ability to focus and process information."