Some people are born with a greater than normal capacity for empathy. They can sense what others around them are feeling. They can even pick up on things during phone conversations or from text messages. It’s a gift. But that doesn’t mean it’s an easy one to live with. If you’re not empathic by nature,…
As far as you can tell, you suck at everything that matters. And your life is proof of that. But while it’s so much easier to spend years numbing yourself with alcohol or whatever, there’s a better way. Instead of asking, “Why does life suck so much?” (which is a valid question), this post is…
What is the point of self-reflection? To even begin to answer that, you need some idea of what the self even is. You’re not alone if you feel you’ve spent too much of your life avoiding that question. Some moments show you more of who you are than others. And you’re left wondering whether to…
Going out to a spa or nail salon isn’t always an option. And your budget just won’t accommodate regular dinners out at your favorite restaurants. So, how do you pamper yourself without spending too much? We’ve got you covered. Read on to explore 15 of the best pampering ideas for cost-conscious women and men (because…
It’s one of those days. And you’re looking for ways to cheer yourself up. For one, it’s an excellent skill to have. For another, you don’t want to drag anyone else into your personal vortex of low energy and depressing thoughts. You have some idea of what activities cheer you up more than others, but…
What are some good yes or no questions to ask when you’re getting to know someone? You can probably think of some off the top of your head, but how handy would it be to have a ready-made list of yes or no questions that are good for any occasion? That’s what we thought. And…
You lied to your partner or spouse and got caught red-handed. You feel horrible and don’t want to lose the person you love, but you know you’ll have work hard to rebuild trust. Maybe it was too many small lies (“I swear I didn’t leave those dishes in the sink!”), or maybe it was a…
You’re thinking of giving someone a second chance. Because whatever broke you apart doesn’t seem as much of a deal-breaker as it used to. And no, it’s not just because you’re lonely (i.e., desperate). You like your own company. You just also happen to really miss theirs. You don’t see giving another chance to your…
Do you know how to recognize covert narcissistic mother traits? The covert part means they’re usually under the radar for most people — but not for the people they live with. Sons and daughters of covert narcissistic mothers often don’t realize until much later what their mothers’ “parenting style” has cost them. It’s not unusual…
It’s hard to know where to put your time and energy on any given day. It’s even harder to identify what matters most in life when you consider the bigger picture of an entire lifetime. There are so many obligations and responsibilities vying for your attention, not to mention the constant lure of entertainment readily…
