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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
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
You did a great job!’ is something we all strive to hear. That reach up and high-five. That pat on the back. And that recognition for all the hard work you’ve put in. (Or, for the more introverted among us, a post-it note or a quick message of appreciation will do the job!) Only, it … Read more
I think you will agree with me when I say that we are all clingy sometimes, especially at the beginning of a new relationship. When the connection is exciting and fresh, and we just cannot wait to see each other again. While having clingy tendencies may have been acceptable in past relationships, being overly needy is … Read more
It has happened to almost every woman: You are dating this new gorgeous, funny, attentive guy, and the relationship is going great. But after a few weeks with the guy, you’re in the middle of Sex and the City episode, in the role of Carrie, looking confused about Big’s behavior. Sounds familiar? If so, this … Read more
Having your trust broken is never a fun experience. When someone hurts you in this way, it tends to manifest a whole range of negative emotions. Trust is a fragile thing, and it can make us stop and question everything once it’s been broken. Whenever you go through any experience like this, it’s important to … Read more
You probably agree that we all want worry-free relationships, where we don’t have to be anxious about what’s really going on in our partners’ minds. Unfortunately, it does not matter if you and your partner have just celebrated your 50th anniversary or if you’re on your first date—anxious thoughts about your relationship will certainly appear … Read more
One of the most challenging times we will ever go through in our lives are the days following the loss of a loved one. How close you were to the deceased, their age, unfinished business between you, and how the departure of life all came about can make their departure difficult to accept. No one … Read more
Have you ever felt that you weren’t good enough or doubted your abilities? If the answer is “yes”, you know what it’s like to feel insecure. I’m sure you’ll agree, when someone feels insecure, it not only affects them… but can negatively impact the lives of those around them. Knowing the signs of an insecure … Read more
Best friends are forever. We all have best friends. Some may say that they are friends with everyone and that there is no one specific person they can call a “best friend,” but we believe that everyone has a favorite buddy—a BFF! In this post, we share 41 memes about friends that you can send … Read more