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You will probably agree with me when I say that learning how to be caring can make a huge impact on the world around us. The best thing is that you don’t have to be a degreed social worker or wealthy philanthropist to show that you care for other human beings. In this article, I’m … Read more
Are there times when you tremble in fear of someone leaving? Do you often feel anxious because you are away from someone? It may be difficult to admit, but you might have abandonment issues. Abandonment stems from your fear of being alone. This fear may have been caused by a phobia or a trauma, both … Read more
You’ve probably been there—gotten scammed by someone or done in by a selfish person only looking out for their own interest (to the point of lying to you). We’ve all been there. There’s nothing worse than realizing you’ve been deceived, you were conned, and people are dishonest. Experiencing dishonesty can provoke a real anger response, and … Read more
If you’re a ‘Yes’ person, it can be difficult to set boundaries. Pleasing other people becomes a priority, and in doing so, you often put your own wants or needs aside. ‘Yes, I’ll work overtime tonight, no problem.” Or “Yes, I can cancel my plans. It wasn’t a big deal anyway”, even though, deep down, … Read more
“My husband is so dominating. He is always showing me how great he is, and if I don’t praise him, I get shouted at. It’s always a fight!” When my friend said these words to me, I instantly wondered if her husband was just being an ass or if he was perhaps a narcissist. In … Read more
Trust is one of the most powerful and important emotions we can have, and it doesn’t just apply to our relationships with others. It is equally essential for people who struggle with self-doubt and insecurity to trust themselves. These positive affirmations for trust will help you build strong relationships with yourself and those around you. … Read more
As a child, there were a few celebrities I imagined being. I could see myself performing on stage like Janet Jackson, especially after Rhythm Nation hit. I could see myself in one of Arnold Swarzenegger’s action films mouthing off one-liners to match his. Many of us have had similar experiences. We’ve all looked up to … Read more
We don’t always understand our parents, even when we are grown and have kids of our own. Yet, there will be times when our elderly parents become more irrational than usual. That’s just reality. Whether it is due to a loss of mental faculties or aging, parents can become beyond difficult… and handling temper tantrums and … Read more
So you’re ready to propose and you know you want to do it over dinner. But here’s the question: Should I propose before or after dinner? A marriage proposal is one of the most pivotal events in the lives of both the person proposing and the person who is being proposed to. Without question, your … Read more
We have all heard the phrase, “I love you, but I’m not “in love with you.” Being “in love” is one of the greatest feelings in the world. Moreover, just knowing that someone thinks glowingly of us in return is a blessing. Yet, just the statement alone of loving someone while not being in love … Read more