People can be toxic. In fact, research shows that 80 percent of Americans have been emotionally hurt – whether at work, school or home. It can be a friend dragging you down or that jerk you can’t avoid at work. It could also be a close family member who thinks having blood ties justifies lousy behavior. Whoever it … Read more
Our personality is developed practically from birth and is the foundation of our individuality. What you do with that personality is what defines your character. I don’t believe it is an overstatement to say that a person’s character is the most critical aspect of what a person becomes. Four out of 10 people possess characteristics … Read more
Meeting a stranger for the first time can be awkward. Yet, we are all strangers until we really get to know each other better. Sometimes, the only way to really get to know someone is to ask questions. That said, knowing which questions are appropriate and which will give you some insight into the other … Read more
Are you sick of bad attitudes creeping into the world? It feels as if everywhere you look, you see and hear messages that attack your happiness. Whether it’s on TV, social media or just in daily conversations, you get blasted by this wall of negativity. Maybe you’re like me, and you want to combat this … Read more
Game nights nowadays offer plenty of options for fun for the entire family and kids of all ages. But when there are teens involved, you may want to think about preparing something a bit more engaging for them… otherwise they’ll stay stuck to their smartphones. One game that can keep them interested is “Would You … Read more
When we think of a friend, we think of someone with whom we have things in common and a person we enjoy being around. But, a friend is also that person to share secrets. A friend is that special confidant who can see the best in us even when we can’t see it in ourselves. … Read more
Finding out the love of my life had to relocate was hard. I’d give anything to have him here to argue about appropriate toothpaste extraction methods or toilet seat etiquette. The little things are what I miss most. Whether your partner relocated, or you’ve always been in a long distance relationship, it can be a … Read more
Life can be tough sometimes, but I’ll tell you from experience that there are ways to make life easier and less stressful… even during one of those times. I’ve been keeping a gratitude journal for quite some time, which encourages me to focus on the things that I’m grateful for on a daily basis… regardless of how … Read more
Being in a long distance relationship (LDR) is one of the hardest challenges a couple can go through. While they say that absence does make the heart go fonder, there is also the very real risk of that distance making the heart go yonder. The good news is, it’s not an impossible situation to deal … Read more
If you’re not happy with the woman that you are, or the direction your life is heading… it’s not too late to change for the better and become whoever you want to be. You can become a high value woman. Women come in all colors, shapes, and sizes… but if you’re interested in becoming the … Read more