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.
If you interact with children and teenagers on a regular basis, you understand that they are prone to mood swings. Particularly as kids approach adolescence, they may not talk as much as they used to. It may feel like pulling teeth just to get them to say anything at all. That is why it is … Read more
One of the hardest things to do is take a good look at yourself in the mirror and admit your flaws… not just physical imperfections, but personality glitches. Think about it. Do you have a tendency to be overbearing? Are you messy? Maybe you are the queen of guilt trips? Or the king of procrastination? … Read more
“Stop being so sensitive.” “Don’t you think you’re overreacting?” From the 1944 movie, Gaslight, to being one of 2018’s most popular words of the year, this manipulative tactic has proven to be effective for anyone trying to gain control over someone else. Gaslighting gained popularity among professionals in the 1980s when gaslighting was written about … Read more
Let’s talk about the things we all worry about. According to Psychological Health Care, the top three worries in our lives are: Money/the future Job security Relationships Elite Daily came up with a similar top three, ending up with: Money Relationships Life’s purpose Whatever your main concerns are in life, think for a second about … Read more
If there are any people in the world we aspire to be like, it would be people with humble hearts and reputations. Humble people are gracious, even amid adversity and personal challenges. They know their weaknesses and don’t boast about their strengths. In fact, humble people don’t think they’re better than anyone else. And they … Read more
When given the choice to call or email someone, do you choose to email without giving it a second thought? I’ll admit that I always go for the electronic option. It’s more convenient, less intrusive, and it allows me to avoid having to exchange pleasantries. Technology is a huge part of our lives these days, … Read more
Americans place a lot of stress and importance on being on time. Whereas you go to almost any city in Europe or a Caribbean island… and business owners are shutting down in the middle of a day to go have a meal with their family and take a nap, at times leaving only a sign … Read more
Do you know a narcissist? Are you frustrated by a person in your life who demands attention all the time? Or someone who seems insensitive to other people’s feelings? Is there a member of your family who constantly puts other people down, including you? Or do you have that friend who, no matter what the … Read more
Acceptance paves the way to true freedom, lasting happiness, and peace. When you are able to value yourself and others unconditionally, you embrace everything that is good in others and in you, as well as the not-so-good and the not-so-perfect. Practicing acceptance can be one of the most challenging things we need to do for … Read more
“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” – Amelia Earhart If you’re looking for songs about kindness, we have 31 great suggestions to add to your playlist in today’s article. We can never truly fathom the challenges other people face, but we … Read more