Is your girlfriend’s birthday coming up soon? Are you out of ideas for fun things you can do together or with her friends and family? It’s okay if you don’t know where to start. Maybe your girlfriend is new in your life or maybe you just want to plan the perfect celebration for her. I’ve … Read more
We all do it. At night, before we head to lala-land, we text that someone we care about with a good evening message to let them know we are thinking of them and care about them. And, of course, we have butterflies in our stomachs when we receive a text message from someone who cares … Read more
From the moment you say “I do,” you and your partner become a unit, not meant to be split into two. Sadly, life often has other ideas about just how long your “happily ever after” should last. Losing a wife is devastating. When someone has become “suddenly singled” because of the loss of their wife, … Read more
When you love someone, you want to express how you feel and that you miss them when they aren’t around. But if you aren’t careful, that longing can quickly turn into clinginess, where you suffocate your loved ones and you become someone they don’t want to be around anymore. I formed a few close connections … Read more
One of my boyfriends had been extremely self-obsessed. At first, I believed he was just hyperfocused on his appearance and how people saw him, believing that this was a sign he was insecure. I tried to be supportive, but the more time we spent together, the more I began to see that he was ticking … Read more
I love practicing Tai Chi, simply because it’s a wonderful way to connect your mind to your body. Our bodies are vessels for our minds, but when life gets busy, we lose touch with that vessel and begin to drift through life, absent-minded, and confused. A great way to reconnect and get in touch with … Read more
As a kid, Stephen never understood why his parents required him to work so hard. Before he could play with his friends, he had to complete a comprehensive list of household chores. The dishes had to be washed, dried and put up. Stephen was required to ensure the house was organized, dusted, vacuumed, swept, and mopped. … Read more
If you think “I have no personality,” you aren’t alone. However, while you may think or feel that you are personality-less, you do have a personality. You may just have a very small or reserved personality and come across as cold and distant. You feel powerless, disconnected, or stunted. But in the company of your tribe, … Read more
Using affirmations can significantly impact your outlook on life, but saying such serious statements to yourself can often make you feel silly. Fortunately, there’s a way to reap the benefits of these powerful statements by giving them a humorous twist. If you’re looking for a way to brighten your day and amp up your attitude, … Read more
“Aw, lighten up!” “Just chill, man!” “You’re always so serious!” Have you ever been told any of these? When you hear it, does it really bake your noodle? It does for me. You see, I have a very intense personality, and I am proud of it. I experience everything intensely. For me, there’s no lukewarm … Read more