Consoling someone who tells you, “My pet died and I can’t stop crying” isn’t easy. Their pet is like a person they share a close emotional bond with. The loss is devastating and not easy to explain to those who haven’t had the experience. First, let me say I’m truly sorry for your loss. I can only … Read more
We’d all like to be a powerfully optimistic and spontaneous person who has a unique ability to feel what others feel without seeming to try too hard. Usually, people who have these precious character traits are entertainers, actors, singers, and comedians. They are so wonderfully able to read a crowd, hang out in public as … Read more
We all experience fear. It’s our body’s way of recognizing dangerous situations. However, we tend to dwell too much on it, which can cause problems in our lives. That’s why we need to combat fear with positivity. One great way to lift your spirits is to repeat some affirmations for fear when you’re afraid. These … Read more
My friend recently asked me for advice on how to handle something their child had done at school. I had just come home from a parent-teacher meeting at my own child’s school about a similar issue, and I found myself advising my friend based on my child’s experience and not on what her child had … Read more
Imagine having a highly sensitive child who feels profound compassion for animals, even insects. This child hates violence and cruelty, routing the conviction toward justice. This child is a rescuer of the innocents and an empath who physically feels others’ pain. The child is overly generous, intelligent, witty, lonely, worried, a reader and writer of … Read more
Friendships can be the most beautiful things in the world, but they’re not immune to trouble. We build our relationships with friends through time and work, and that’s a good thing. However, it can be hard to trust, and problems can arise if you’re not diligent. Thankfully, there are things you can do to stay … Read more
What’s your first instinct when facing a problem? If you’re like me, your first thought is to run… or avoid it at all costs. And while that’s a natural response, it’s not always the best response. In fact, dealing with problems makes you a stronger version of yourself. I promise. So, in this article, I’ll … Read more
Affirmations are a powerful way to encourage and motivate ourselves, but have you considered using encouraging affirmations to inspire someone else? The power of positive thinking and encouraging affirmations can change your own life and have a powerful effect on those around you. Why Encouraging Affirmations are Important Everyone knows that when we are feeling … Read more
In the fast-paced world we live in, anxiety has become an all-too-familiar companion and can be overwhelming. It creeps in during moments of uncertainty, crowds our minds with worrisome thoughts, and leaves us searching for a lifeline to pull us back to tranquility. In these challenging times, if you’ve experienced anxiety, you may be overlooking one of … Read more
Ever been accused of love bombing someone who you really like? You’ve gone out of your way to show them just how much you care about them and want to make them feel good as you love them—but then you get told you are too much. It’s normal to feel like you’ve been blindsided, but … Read more