As an introvert, I have always been able to count my real friends on one hand, but I have also “befriended” many other people, who have become part of my life. A friend of mine recently discovered they were betrayed by someone they had counted as a friend, and I realized that our concepts of … Read more
Ever wonder to yourself, “Why do I like being alone so much?” When social and mainstream media show happy people… they’re usually with other people, not alone. Although I’m content by myself, there are times when I don’t want to be alone. This ambivalence and the contrast between my life and media images sent me searching for answers, which … Read more
Compassion is a powerful gift we can give others when they’re going through the unimaginable. Pain and uncertainty don’t discriminate. It doesn’t matter your ethnicity or a lot in life. Hard times of suffering and difficulty show up at your life’s door. However, the sunshine that breaks through the clouds of someone’s sadness and despair … Read more
No one is immune to problems in their career, such as missing out on a promotion or being unable to find a job. We all try our hardest at work, but sometimes things just don’t go how we planned. That’s why more and more people are incorporating affirmations for their careers into their routines to … Read more
Back in the day, the only way to flirt with someone was done in person. Of course, you could also have naughty phone conversations. Luckily, the dawn of technology has added another layer to flirting – by way of texting. I love the fact that I can always send a quick text to a potential … Read more
What does it mean to be an empath? How do you behave if you are someone with a high level of empathy? Truth be told, not everyone can be empathetic. While some people naturally display feelings for others, some need a lot of courage and understanding before they can relate to people. This means that … Read more
Have you hit a wall? Perhaps you feel like life is just a case of the same challenges, different day, right? Well, you aren’t alone. We all reach that point of feeling like our lives have no purpose, until we find a motto to live by. Your personal motto is your Holy Grail, and it … Read more
Are you with someone who seems to be the cause of the negative energy in your life? Does this person always drag you down and meddle with your dreams and goals? If so, then you are probably dealing with someone who is toxic—someone who’s been draining the life out of you. There are people out … Read more
At our recent family reunion, I was totally caught off guard by my cousin, who had always been a dear friend. She acted strangely toward me, and I began wondering if she harbored a secret animosity and was trying to hide that she really didn’t like me anymore. With my aunt Lisa, who had never … Read more
Are you and your spouse at a point in your marriage where you’re considering going into counseling? With the health emergency situation that the whole world is currently experiencing, couples are facing new challenges as they shelter in place or deal with family life amidst uncertainties. Relationships, no matter how strong, can see conflict and … Read more