Parenting. Dating. Dealing with relationship issues. How to handle problems in people who you care about. These posts deal with habits that help you build stronger relationships.
Here’s the thing about emotions – they need to be acknowledged. Knowing how we feel and what to do about it enables us to take care of ourselves and other people. Our feelings give us important information, even the negative ones. In this post about how to comfort someone who’s sad, keep in mind that sadness is … Read more
Wouldn’t it be great if people came with warning labels? For instance, “Warning, this person has a short temper?” or “Beware, this person is manipulative.” Even if the toxic traits aren’t deal-breakers, or their character traits bad enough to cause us to disassociate from a person, the warning signs are still good to know. Like … Read more
“Thank you so much for making dinner.” “Please, may I have that financial file before the meeting?” “No, thank you. I’m not available to join you for cocktails after work.” Do you consider yourself to be a polite person? Or maybe you want to learn how to be (more) polite? The good news is that you … Read more
Do you have that one friend or family member who is always outspoken? Sociable? Confident? The person other people seem to flock towards? The one who typically gets what they want? Do you ever wish you could be more like them? There is no shame in secretly wishing you could be like somebody else… even … Read more
It takes a lot of hard work to build a strong relationship with a partner or spouse. As a couple, you’ll encounter challenges that will sorely test your relationship. The core values you and your partner consider important will be a major factor in determining if the relationship will survive obstacles or crumble in the … Read more
Conversations are how we learn about people, and nowhere is it more important to have deep and meaningful conversations than when we are dating. As a bonus, asking questions can be a playful and romantic way to really get to know your boyfriend and decide whether he is the ONE. But when you’re staring deeply … Read more
Trust is one of the building blocks of a good relationship. I’ve heard it said that trust is earned in drops and lost in buckets. Letting someone in is difficult, but it only takes minutes to betray confidence. The emotions surrounding trust are raw and turbulent. It’s little wonder that artists have covered this topic … Read more
Being away from the one you love can feel like an irreparable loss. Yet, it often appears as if nothing sparks joy and the hole in your heart remains empty. In dark moments, you might need a dose of emotional support to help you weather the storm and remember that you’re not alone. We’ve compiled … Read more
The world is a big beautiful place inhabited by billions of people from all walks of life. In my travels, I have first-hand knowledge of how vast our world, cultures, and social dilemmas are. When I was in college, I did community service with kids, the elderly, and at times, the homeless. I had no fantasy … Read more
A successful relationship is a two-way street. For love to blossom, the two partners must love each other equally. If only one partner in a potential partnership has feelings for the other, this is referred to as “unrequited love.” Songs about unrequited love will always be a fertile theme for composers and performers as long as … Read more