Have you lost touch with your feminine power? What comes to mind when you read the words “feminine energy”? Is that even a thing? Whatever your beliefs regarding gender identity and how it develops and manifests, knowing key feminine energy characteristics can help you make sense of who you are and what makes you feel…
There you are, minding your own business, and some rando pays you a compliment. Or maybe it’s someone you know. And whether it’s sweet, strange, or just gross, you want to know what to say that will either encourage the guy or send him packing. We’ve rounded up some winners, from cute replies to compliments…
What does it mean to have a queerplatonic partnership? What makes it different from being “really good friends”? And does the “platonic” mean absolutely no sex or romance? These are some of the biggest questions that come up regarding queerplatonic relationships (QPRs). And you’ll find more—along with their answers—as you keep reading. What Is a…
Do you know someone with a controlling, manipulative personality? Are you wondering what makes them that way? Maybe you’ve noticed manipulative behavior in someone you always thought to be “the nicest person.” In either case, we’ve got you covered. Further down, you’ll find a list of the key traits of a manipulative character. From there,…
Not all lies involve saying things that aren’t true. Sometimes you might omit specific details to avoid an unpleasant reaction or to spare someone’s feelings. And you might have wondered, “Is omitting considered lying?” The short answer is yes. Granted, it’s hard to tell the whole truth if you know it will change the outcome…
Have you ever wondered, “What am I passionate about?” Have you been struggling to figure out a career or hobby that lights your fire but just can’t find it? As frustrating as it is to search and search and not find your passion, it undermines your efforts to delay happiness until you discover it. Enjoying life and savoring everything…
Science has backed up the idea that when you write down your goals, your brain pays closer attention, and you’re more likely to take action. This motivation is why goal-setting journals have become so popular—and so easy to find. Looking for a journal with goal-setting writing prompts? You’ll find links to some of our favorites…
You want to know what to say to a man whose love language is words of affirmation. It sounds easy enough, right? Just tell him how much you appreciate him. Easy enough. Except, it isn’t always, especially when your love language is something else. We’re glad you’re here. Because whatever languages you have in common,…
Struggling to think of encouraging words for someone who is stressed out? You know you’ve been in their shoes before, but there’s no guarantee the words that helped you feel calmer and more in command of yourself will have that effect on everyone. You don’t consider yourself an expert on how to help someone with…
If you took a snapshot of your thoughts about yourself on a given day, would most of them be positive or negative? We tend to focus on our negative qualities, letting them overshadow the good traits and behaviors we all possess. The shaming voice in our heads can make us forget who we really are.…
