There’s something quite comforting about curling up in front of the window with a warm blanket on a winter’s afternoon. The world outside glistens from the snow and ice. And the need for hot cocoa is very real. Yes, it is cold out there. But as much as we like to complain about the weather, … Read more
Unrequited love – a universally shared sting that’s as timeless as music itself. It’s the kind of heartache that can relentlessly tug at the soul, finding solace only in the echoing words of poignant ballads and soul-stirring melodies. Welcome to a post for emotional playlist seekers and hopeless romantics alike: “39 Best Songs About Unrequited … Read more
Have you ever paused to feel thankful for something in your life, only to wonder whether what you’re feeling is gratitude or simply appreciation? Many of us use the two words interchangeably, yet their meanings and emotional depth can differ in subtle but important ways. I remember once feeling a rush of gratitude after a … Read more
I have a dear friend named Gemma, and over the years, I have gotten to know her pretty well (or at least I’d like to think so). Some days she is enthusiastic, driven, and lives life to the fullest. On other days she doesn’t answer texts and cancels our planned coffee dates. Sometimes I worry … Read more
You see it in animals all the time. The proverbial “deer in the headlights” where a creature is so overcome by a state of paralysis that they do nothing. Unfortunately, people do this too, and it is important to understand this so that you can overcome your freeze response. The freeze response is an involuntary … Read more
When was the last time you felt grateful for the life you live? Gratitude isn’t a craze or fad that’s hit the market to help publishers sell journals. It’s an honest to goodness way to appreciate the small things so that you can focus on the bigger picture. Today, we’re going to offer you 365 … Read more
Humans are social beings, or so we’ve come to learn. Yet, psychologist Carl Jung found a way to figure out why one group of people has a tendency to be more social than others. The less socially-inclined group is called introverts, while those who are more outgoing are called extroverts. According to VeryWellMind, introverts make up an estimated 25% to 40% of … Read more
We are drawn to people who smile. When someone looks sad, angry, or upset, we avoid them like the plague. When they smile, it allows us to let our guard down a little. As kids, we used a smile to gauge whether it was safe to approach our parents about going outside to play or … Read more
Words of encouragement can be personal feelings or quotes that motivate, inspire, and spread love. They are meant to give hope and courage to anyone and everyone. From the anxious and sad, to the lonely and scared… no matter what the situation. These words can resonate with a child going to their first day of school from an elderly person going … Read more
When you get ready to study, do you ever wonder where to begin? Maybe you feel overwhelmed with the knowledge of an upcoming test. The thought of preparing for the exam makes you anxious and stressed out. I think you’ll agree with me when I say that stressing over an upcoming test hinders your ability … Read more