Do you feel like you sometimes repel men instead of attracting them? If you’re trying to find a mate or have a meaningful relationship with someone, it can be difficult if you have certain personality traits that men find intimidating. Yes, you should be a strong woman with a good sense of herself. But perhaps…
Are you one of those people who tend to put themselves last – or at least not at the top of your own priority list? As noble as it may seem to give most of your time and energy to others, it’s not a good thing for you or the people you care about. The…
Do you want to get to know your partner better? Good yes or no questions can provide insight, start a conversation, or simply fill the time. You can take turns asking each other these questions, ask a few each night, or go through the whole list in an evening. If you don’t have a partner,…
It can be hard to give yourself a pat on the back – even a well-deserved one. No one wants to appear to toot their own horn or brag about their accomplishments. A “look at me” attitude can be off-putting to others, especially those who can’t celebrate the successes of people around them. But being…
You finally ended an awful relationship and feel like a sad sack of mixed emotions and raw confusion. Regret. Hurt. Anger. Sadness. These are normal reactions to the end of a love affair gone sour. You keep asking yourself, “Why did I hang on so long? What went so wrong when we were once so…
“I still love you, but I’m not in love with you” is not just a line from the movies. It’s absolutely possible to still care deeply about a partner, even if you know that partner isn’t the one. It’s also possible to end the relationship amicably and while doing your best to hurt their feelings…
You’ve had at least one or two in your life, right? Those fake friends who are snakes in disguise. They abuse you, use you, and pretend to love you – only to stab you in the back or kick you to the curb when it suits them. Or when you have nothing else to offer…
You love your partner — but feel less enthusiastic about your overbearing mother-in-law. You don’t hate her; it’s just that she’s always around, or always offering problematic advice, or always butting in where she doesn’t belong. Basically, she’s the human embodiment of nosey, overbearing, passive-aggressive judgment. So today, we’re looking at setting boundaries with in-laws.…
Your best friend is one of the most significant people in your life. Remind her of that by sending her a note with some words that show how you feel. She will greatly appreciate the sentiment. You may even start a new trend. The two of you could start trading best friend letters monthly or…
Summer does not necessarily mean perfect weather. Sometimes it’s sweltering outside, but a record-smashing heat wave doesn’t have to limit your recreational activities. There are plenty of fun things to do when it’s hot outside. Some are inside, which is appropriate if the heat index is dangerous. When the heat is more inviting, you can…
