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I grew up in a dysfunctional family. To the outside world, we looked like the most normal, loving, and kind family on the block, but on the inside, we were rotten with dysfunctional behavior. The worst part is, we didn’t really realize we were dysfunctional either. It took me some time to realize how our … Read more
Many of us know how it feels to muster up the nerves to ask our crush out on a date or be flattered by someone who has feelings for us and wants to get to know us better. But, somehow, we pushed past the nerves and threw ourselves into the relationship headfirst. Next thing we … Read more
Every day, someone somewhere is confronted with the question of how to get out of a toxic relationship. Been there, done that, and then found myself in another unhealthy relationship. It wasn’t until I armed myself with tips on how to break the cycle that I was able to build healthier relationships in all areas of … Read more
Bullying is one of the biggest problems we facing as a society. We may not want to admit it, but it has become a major issue that needs to be resolved. While there are movements trying to fight the act of bullying, especially among kids, it still needs more of our attention. In this post, … Read more
Are you tired of feeling frustrated after a failed relationship or friendship? If so, then one way you can make a change in your life is to stop chasing people. In fact, you’ll be better off if you stop chasing people who will never be your true friends. Life will improve if you stop running … Read more
The work environment is usually stressful, one way or another, whether you’re flipping burgers at McDonald’s or are employed at a prestigious corporation. There are tasks to complete, deadlines to meet, and sometimes difficult co-workers to deal with. So, the last thing you want to deal with is a gaslighting boss. Gaslighting at work involves manipulation by … Read more
My friend Sophie’s parents don’t validate her hard work, are uninterested in her achievements, and always seem to prioritize work over actually being there for Sophie and her siblings. What started in her childhood is continuing into adulthood, and she continues craving emotional support from her parents. Sound familiar? Do your parents also avoid taking … Read more
You love someone, and you hope they love you back, but suddenly your world crashes when they turn to you and say those fated words – “I think we should see other people.” It’s absolutely devastating. Having poured heart and soul into a relationship only to go through a painful breakup is nobody’s idea of … Read more
We all know that surrounding yourself with great friends is a critical part of happiness. But odds are, you used to have a group of friends whom you connected with daily, but as the years go by, it’s probably getting harder to stay in constant contact with these important people. So what’s the secret to … Read more
Maybe your supervisor admonished you during a business luncheon, ridiculing and making fun of you. Perhaps your mother pointed out errors of your opinion by rolling her eyes at your words or intentionally excluding you from a family gathering. These are examples of adult bullying. If you’re at a loss about how to handle the … Read more