We all want to be with that special person in our lives, but what about when that desire for your partner becomes twisted into a relationship based on “need?” When you need someone to make you feel good about yourself, you depend on that person. There is also the opposite: when you need someone to … Read more
Have you had it with your adult child who wouldn’t quit being disrespectful towards you and others? A study confirmed that tensions in the relationship between parents and grown children are everyday. The child’s opinion often drives the situation that they can disregard manners and household rules as adults. I’m sure you would agree that … Read more
The source of happiness has often been misunderstood. Some say the emotion comes from within, while others are sure it comes from people, titles, and material possessions. Many of us grew to believe the myth and, by doing so, felt compelled to chase someone else’s idea of happiness. We force ourselves to socialize, chase success, … Read more
When you’re on a quest for personal growth, you’ll want to consider the ideals of humbleness and humility. Both qualities are similar and encompass selflessness and modesty, which are admirable qualities in anyone. I’m sure you’ll agree that humility and humility have distinct characteristics regarding general character development. Those characteristics are necessary for your personal and professional development. In … Read more
Have you ever felt ungrateful and needed a way to get back into a positive mindset? I know I have… and this is why I use gratitude journal prompts on a regular basis. Writing about how grateful I am for family, friends, my career, and everything else in my life helps me remember what truly … Read more
At first, gaslighting and lying can easily be mistaken for the same thing. Upon closer examination, you’ll discover the subtle differences between gaslighting and lying, explained in this article. Before venturing into the details, why is it important to tell the two apart? Understanding the differences between gaslighting and lying is critical when dealing with individuals who … Read more
Why are would-you-rather questions so effective for kids? If you’ve ever tried to help children open up and communicate more, you probably agree with me that it can be a challenge. Kids are focused on the things they enjoy, and, more than anything, they love playing and spending time with their friends. However, people of all … Read more
Have you looked in the mirror recently and felt ashamed of how you have been treating the people closest to you? Perhaps you’ve realized that your love is conditional and that you like to pull strings to make things happen the way you want. If this sounds like you, then the thought has crossed your … Read more
“You always act so crazy, I didn’t mean it like that!” How many of us have had something like that thrown in our face about something we feel or what we did? Often, the very thing we are being accused of is what the other person is doing. It’s a painful insult, and it hurts … Read more
Dating and falling in love with a guy is exciting. You’re eager to spend your free time together while you think about a possible future. It’s also an adventure to uncover each other’s unique traits and the mysteries of your lives. But you may end up realizing you fell for an emotionally unavailable man. I’ve … Read more