When you’re anticipating your next exam, the best thing you can do is to set yourself up for success. To achieve this, ensure you maintain a positive mindset. That means having optimism that you’ll do well on your test. You’ll also need to enter the exam room, ready to crush your exam. For that, you’ll need … Read more
Being physically ill or dealing with mental issues can be tough for anyone. When my old friend was sick, I would tell silly jokes and send her stupid memes. I would do whatever I could to distract her from the situation. She needed to know that a good laugh could go a long way, whether … Read more
So much of life has gone by, yet I still have so much more I want to accomplish. I want people to know what I stand for and that I made a difference. Have you ever felt like this? Do you need a roadmap for your life? Well, a personal purpose statement is that roadmap. In this post, … Read more
There are few situations where a parent will feel more helpless than when their child is sick or ill. What can you say to parents in this horrible situation? What words of encouragement can help alleviate some of these parents’ worries? This article aims to provide you with some ideas on what to say to … Read more
It’s amazing how often I have seen something in the past without really seeing it. Can you relate? Things you don’t realize or see until that “ah ha!” moment long after. Luckily, I’ve been able to do more things in my own time over the past few years… and it’s been a learning experience. Something … Read more
Feeling out of place or like you don’t quite fit the mold can be a challenging and isolating experience. But here’s the truth—everyone feels a little “weird” at times! It’s part of being human. Whether you’re navigating social interactions, trying to avoid awkward moments, or simply questioning what “normal” even means, it’s completely natural to … Read more
Narcissism is a personality style where the individual, called a narcissist, is excessively interested in satisfying their own needs while overlooking yours. As a result of a lack of empathy, narcissists tend to form relationships solely to gain control and satisfy those needs. Narcissists employ different types of psychological manipulation tactics to stay in control. Narcissistic triangulation is one of those. By … Read more
Teaching children the value of kindness is one of the most important gifts we can provide as parents, educators, and caregivers. By encouraging small acts of kindness, we can help children develop empathy, strengthen their social skills, and build positive connections with others. Whether at home, in school, or in the community, practicing kindness fosters … Read more
“Grape or Fruit punch? Chocolate or vanilla? Pizza or McDonalds?” These were some of my favorite “this or that” questions to answer as a kid. And I still love any question about food! Today, if someone asked me “Star Trek or Star Wars”… it would be a tough answer, but I usually have to pick … Read more
Have you had enough of stress and anxiety and want to understand some coping skills you can use to reduce your anxiety (or avoid it altogether)? Anxiety, triggered primarily by stress, affects millions of adults each year. Chronic anxiety, known as anxiety disorder, can disrupt everyday routines and leave individuals feeling overwhelmed. However, simple steps … Read more