How to Not Take Things Personally—A Practical Guide to Help You Not Internalize Those “Ouch” Moments in Life Do you often feel hurt by something someone has said or done? Does it feel like people are rude or insensitive to your feelings all the time? Why is she looking at me like that? People … Read more
5 Tips to Help You Escape from Toxic Family Drama “Family always comes first.” My mom used to tell me when I was little. And for years she did everything she could to be the living embodiment of those words. She would slave for hours in front of the stove to cook for the … Read more
9 Strategies to Help You Become a Better Conversationalist Growing up as an introvert, I used to dread having conversations with people I didn’t know well. My face would swell with heat as if I had just swallowed an entire chili pepper. My mind would frantically race in an attempt to find the right … Read more
How to Release Anger Before It Takes Hold of You He made me angry. He pushed my buttons, poked at my scars, and laughed at me from high above to get at me. I couldn’t help it. He made me angry. That was exactly what I told the therapist when I first sat down … Read more
7 Qualities of a Good Friend We Should Cultivate Within Ourselves Ask yourself this: “Are you a good friend?” Your answer is probably a resounding yes. I’m sure you’re very reliable, empathetic, respectful, and whatever else that makes you a great friend. But today, I want to explore some unusual qualities of a good … Read more