At the local store where I frequently shop there is a lady who is as bubbly as a fresh bottle of coke. She simply sparkles, chatting to every customer like they are her best friends, and bringing a smile to all the faces around her. She can definitely be described as having a bubbly personality. … Read more
Depending on your relationship with your father, losing him can be a challenging experience to navigate through. A good father is supportive and affectionate and played a part in your social and cognitive development when you were a child. He was your provider, protector, and disciplinarian. He instilled a sense of self-worth, confidence, and well-being in … Read more
Is it a simple yes or a quick no? Would you pause, uncertain how to answer? Do you even know if you are happy or not? Or, do you need to follow up with a question (or a few like I would): “Do you mean, am I happy now, at this moment?” or “Do you … Read more
It’s a lunch date with a dear friend and it’s gone horribly wrong. She’s in tears about her ex, bawling that she wants him back. They had broken up before, but this time, it was different. I couldn’t help but point out “You have missed the signs you are wasting your time trying to get … Read more
Narcissist rage is something you’re going to experience at some point when dealing with a narcissist in your close circle. You won’t miss it. Rage is usually marked by explosive anger/rage or passive anger/rage when they can’t get their way. The response is typically disproportionate to the situation. Being confronted with such behavior can be scary, … Read more
Why are would you rather questions for kids so effective? Well, if you’ve ever tried to help children open up and communicate more, you probably agree with me that it can be a challenge. Kids are focused on the things they enjoy and, more than anything, they love playing and spending time with their friends. … Read more
How many times have you felt insecure about yourself? A lac k of confidence often can’t be seen from the outside, but it can create a mental burden that is hard to carry. To lift this weight off your shoulders and become more confident, you must deal with what’s on your mind and learn how … Read more
It’s a lot more common to hear about daddy issues or mommy issues in men, but is mommy issues in women an actual thing? My friend Lisa has always had trouble maintaining healthy relationships, and it turns out she had mommy issues. Lisa didn’t have a healthy relationship with her mom, which led to her … Read more
The word on the street is that the sigma male is the same as an alpha male, only that he possesses more of an introverted personality. Those backing sigma males because of their admirable characteristics stand by their opinion that these two male archetypes are different from each other in many ways. You’ll discover those differences in … Read more
The term “gaslighting” is frequently used in our culture. But what does it really mean? Gaslighting is a term for a form of emotional abuse that can be hard to recognize. It’s not always readily apparent, even though it often occurs in abusive relationships. Yet, unfortunately, gaslighting can have serious consequences for your mental well-being … Read more