Are you familiar with the 16 different categories of our personalities? Swiss psychologist, Carl Jung, came up with the theory that everyone fits into one of sixteen personality types. Years later, Isabel Myers and her mother, Katherine Briggs, created what is known as the Myers-Briggs Type Personality (MBTP) Indicator Test. The test reveals a person’s … Read more
Have you ever noticed your cat cuddling up to you when you’re having a bad day? If so, maybe you’ve wondered if your cat can sense your mood and emotions. It’s no secret that cats and other animals possess an innate intelligence. And it’s certainly comforting to come home to a cat after a long day. … Read more
When you first meet someone, the world is a beautiful place. The trees are greener, the candy is sweeter and everything is just, well, great. But as the honeymoon period fizzles out, masks begin to slip and reveal a much uglier truth. You find yourself trapped, unappreciated and unloved by the person you’ve given so … Read more
A standard romantic relationship of “boy meets girl” can be uncertain, but when you feel an attraction that’s not physical, you may wonder if you’re somehow broken. Platonic relationships, where you love someone but have no physical desire for that person, are increasingly becoming an accepted norm. My first partner and I were quite confused … Read more
Humans are described as social creatures by nature. This is true, but that does not mean many of us don’t value our alone time. Like many creative types, I have always valued my alone time. While I love my friends and family, some things I had to do on my own. For example, if I … Read more
Have you ever wondered why sometimes life or the universe seems to treat you well or hold a grudge? Sometimes we have moments in life when everything seems to be going well, our goals are being realized and life is good. Then there are other times when the universe seems to exact a debt, we … Read more
Depression is something that impacts people of all ages and backgrounds. In order to address depression, we need to take a well-rounded approach. This may include meeting with a mental health professional, considering medication and increasing human contact with the people who bring us joy and happiness. That is where hugs can be helpful. How … Read more
How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. How do you get to Carnegie Hall? Practice! These humorous sayings are a way of pointing out how important consistency is when achieving your goals—no matter how big. Affirmations for consistency are a great way to reinforce the thinking that helps you stay committed … Read more
Have you ever asked somebody what they are afraid of and their answer was, “nothing”? That’s doubtful. In fact, I’d wager to say every single person on the planet fears something… and these fears may change as life does. For instance, I used to be afraid of clowns. Now that I’m a mom of young … Read more
Dating is complicated, and it can be challenging to maintain a positive outlook and healthy self-esteem after a few bad dates. Unfortunately, a positive outlook and healthy self-esteem can be vital for attracting new people and starting new relationships on a healthy foundation. So how do you keep your spirits up when dating is hard? … Read more