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A friend of mine recently came out and admitted to being an addict. We were all gathered around ready to support her with what we assumed was an alcohol or drug addiction. What a surprise to hear her admit that she was addicted to porn! Admitting to an addiction always comes with a certain amount … Read more
Signs of bad parenting are all around you: rude, obnoxious children running rampant through a store or restaurant; a child bullying another child or a parent shaming their child in public. When you find yourself in a situation where you are witnessing the effects of bad parenting first hand, have you ever stopped to wonder … Read more
We’d all like to be a powerfully optimistic and spontaneous person who has a unique ability to feel what others feel without seeming to try too hard. Usually, people who have these precious character traits are entertainers, actors, singers, and comedians. They are so wonderfully able to read a crowd, hang out in public as … Read more
My friend recently asked me for advice on how to handle something their child had done at school. I had just come home from a parent-teacher meeting at my own child’s school about a similar issue, and I found myself advising my friend based on my child’s experience and not on what her child had … Read more
Imagine having a highly sensitive child who feels profound compassion for animals, even insects. This child hates violence and cruelty, routing the conviction toward justice. This child is a rescuer of the innocents and an empath who physically feels others’ pain. The child is overly generous, intelligent, witty, lonely, worried, a reader and writer of … Read more
We love watching a movie or reading a book with a main character that is dependable, loyal, outgoing, and the caring presence that others gravitate to. These characters are the epitome of a community leader, yet they do so without any title other than being known as fictional characters ESFJ. It’s fun to be around … Read more
Have you ever wondered if your taste in music reflects your personality? In the Myers-Briggs personality types, the INFP personality stands out with its unique blend of introspection, creativity, and deep empathy. INFPs are often known as “Idealists,” driven by a strong desire for authenticity and meaning in all aspects of life. For those who … Read more
As a child, I was always creative and could draw for as long as I remember. If I did not have my face in a book or was filling up my sketch pad, I could be found writing creative stories. In other words, art, reading, and writing have always been my main hobbies and allow … Read more
We all want to stay on top of what’s going on in the world around us… but if watching or reading the news is causing you stress, you aren’t alone. In fact, a 2020 World Health Organization report coined a new word: “infodemic”. Infodemic refers to “an overabundance of information” that is sometimes inaccurate. … Read more
Introverts can be mistaken as socially anxious, shy, antisocial, or avoidant. On the flip side, those affected by social anxiety are sometimes mistaken for an introvert. Nothing is wrong with being an introvert or experiencing social anxiety. Learning the key differences between introvert vs social anxiety can help you understand and embrace yourself. You’re also able to determine … Read more