My good friend Eden is a huge anime fan, so much so that she can’t pick a favorite show or character. On one of our coffee dates, she blurted out that she had finally signed up for Comic-Con (a world-famous comic convention), and was determined to dress in her best cosplay (dress up as a … Read more
I bet you never thought you’d be combing the internet for an explanation about shy vs introvert, have you? I lean more toward the introverted side on the introvert-extrovert scale. I’m also shy, but only in certain rare situations. That might indicate shyness isn’t an embedded or primary personality trait–just a sign of an introvert. In short, … Read more
Our worth is defined solely by our perception of ourselves and our inner strength and not by our looks, social status, past actions, or the opinions of others. But many people are too harsh on themselves, struggling with low self-esteem and its consequences which prevent them from being happy and successful. This is why tools … Read more
The saying goes, “When life hands you lemons, make lemonade.” In other words, we need to maintain a positive, can-do attitude if we hope to succeed amid hardship. Optimism is what it takes to make the bitter, sweet… and the awful, enjoyable. There is no better way to remain optimistic as a Christian than to … Read more
How often, when someone asks for your opinion, have you panicked, thinking they won’t like it? Or when you held a presentation at work, and you thought others would realize that you’re not competent enough for your job title. It happened to me many times, and in my journey, I’ve learned that many others are … Read more
There are days when we all just want to slump on the sofa and feel sorry for ourselves. And that’s OK. Having a bad day is part and parcel of life. But if you’re in need of a pick-me-up to blow away those blues, these positive vibes quotes are just the ticket. Not convinced? Well, … Read more
Have you ever wondered why some people can navigate their emotional spectrum smoothly, while others often end up feeling overwhelmed with regret, guilt, or shame? Of course, numerous factors could explain why some people handle their emotions well, from personality and temperament to parenting styles and self-control. But there is one psychological construct that indicates … Read more
We all know that progress is rarely linear. For example, in my line of work, roughly 30-to-40% of all clients will drop out of therapy. In other words, while some manage to follow through with the process and achieve their goals, others stop showing up to their weekly sessions. I love hearing people’s stories and … Read more
Funerals are an important social event, but they can be difficult for people to navigate. Since most of us fortunately don’t get much practice attending them, it leaves many people feeling anxious and struggling to think of things to talk about. Striking the balance between providing emotional support for other mourners without being overbearing or … Read more
Being alone and bored at home is not the end of the world. In fact, our homes are supposed to be considered our sanctuaries. And thanks to modern technology, there is so much more we can do without having to leaving our abode… while still living full and productive lives. Bear in mind, as I … Read more