What makes a word beautiful? Is it the sound of the word or its meaning? The study of the pleasantness or unpleasantness of the way words and phrases sound (regardless of their meaning) is called phonaesthetics. But I think the combination of sound and meaning is what makes for pretty words. Consider the word “diarrhea” which…
Do you know a woman who is self-absorbed, often cruel, jealous, and critical? She may be a narcissist. Female narcissists are often overlooked. Because they exhibit some of the same behaviors as typical teenage girls, female narcissists can go unnoticed and be passed off for simply being a “mean girl” — or a grown woman.…
There’s just something about rock music. It’s a unique genre that has grown to include a variety of styles. But the most inspiring rock songs have something in common: They all make you feel good. They inspire positive, motivating thoughts. We’re betting you have some favorite motivational rock songs that work like magic to get…
What does it mean when a guy says you’re awesome? There you were, just being your usual self, when this guy suddenly says, “Girl, you’re amazing!” I mean, on the face of it, he’s totally right. But what does he think it means? What’s the end goal here? Much depends on how well you know…
Existing only on the basis of looks Today’s society is obsessed with the way we look to others from the outside in. To defy the trend and be yourself requires a tremendous deal of bravery. I applaud people who make a statement of personal authority. However, it appears as though standing out in terms of…
Love, the age-old enigma For ages, poets and writers have attempted to define love, and the endeavor has recently drawn the attention of scientists. The majority of us intuitively understand what love is, and there is a link between our way of life and what we love. Humans cannot exist without love, which is why…
Without change progress is impossible “Without change, progress is impossible, and those who are incapable of changing their ideas are incapable of changing anything.” SHAW, GEORGE BERNARD For the majority of individuals, change carries a negative connotation. On a fundamental emotional level, we are creatures of habit and are drawn to what feels good in the…
For the most part, life is not in your control. You can forecast, plan, and try to massage events in your favor, but as you know, the world often serves up other outcomes — outcomes that aren’t always what you want. Not having complete control over your life can foster debilitating anxiety and force you…
“You have zero chill. You need a hobby.” If you’ve heard this before (or some variation thereof), you’re in the right place. Everyone needs stress-relieving hobbies to counterbalance the anxieties of work and life. That said, what’s calming for one person can be nerve-wracking or dull to someone else. In the list below, we describe…
We all embarrass ourselves sometimes. That said, knowing you’re not alone doesn’t always make it easier to overcome embarrassment, especially when you’re trying to leave a good impression on someone. Fortunately for you, you’re about to learn nine simple and effective ways to forget an embarrassing moment — and even make some good come out…
