Have you ever shared a trauma in your life only to have the person you are confiding in monopolize the conversation by telling you about a bigger trauma they suffered (usually five years ago)? There’s no greater insult to add to your injury when someone you mistakenly trusted shows lack of empathy signs and makes … Read more
Losing a mother is one of the worst things that can happen to you, especially if you are close to your mom. My mom not being there anymore is something I can’t quite wrap my head around, and I’m fortunate that my mom is still here for me (even though she’s chronically ill). But my … Read more
My boss is a sociopath, and I don’t say this lightly. He has a tendency to deal with his employees in a merciless way, and he will literally wring the last drop of blood from you before casting you aside for the newbie at work. Sick days are a nightmare as he doesn’t understand when … Read more
I always said that if I was given a choice, I’d be a lifelong student, studying one degree after the other at colleges all over the world. Upon reflection, this desire to always be a student is true today, even though I haven’t been enrolled for a college degree for more than a decade. I’ve … Read more
I’m sure you’ll agree that fictional characters’ personalities can seem fascinating. One of my favorite characters is Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean. Actor Johnny Depp portrays the character beautifully and stays true to his personality type. When I see the way fictional characters display their given personality traits throughout their lifespan on the … Read more
Let’s admit it. We’ve all been a little jealous or envious of someone. We were jealous that our companies hired someone “off the street” and paid them a higher salary than us, though we had been there for years. We were envious of co-workers that seemed to get away with doing nothing. Yet, at the … Read more
Choosing the right partner gives you a better chance of building a respectful, loving, trusting, and uplifting relationship. You aren’t going to enjoy those positive things with a toxic girlfriend who keeps overwhelming you with her nasty attitude. Of course, she doesn’t show up with a sign that reads “I Identify as a toxic.” She’s not going to tell … Read more
Today’s kids have access to so much information and interactive games on cell phones, tablets, and smart TVs. While all of these things are important, and you need to keep up with the times, it’s also essential for children to learn how to ask and answer questions from other people. A local teacher was struggling … Read more
You won’t find an INFP male just anywhere. Not only is this the rarest personality type, but women make up the majority of the type. A man with this personality type is rare indeed, but they can be found. And this man is worth looking for. Trust me. Look in the places where artists hang … Read more
Since I was a kid, I have always loved movies and shows. Needless to say, as a lover of comics, the Batman series in any form (whether it’s the show or movies) has always garnered my attention. While, I of course watched to see Batman in action, I also love the supporting character of Alfred. … Read more