When inspiration comes, it is something to be cherished. A new idea can lead to change, success, and some amazing creations. But there are times when inspiration seems far away, and feelings of hopelessness can become overwhelming. Everyone feels this way at some point or another, but it’s important to remember that you’ll survive it.…
Once you’ve entered into a relationship with a strong, independent women, your next step might be wondering how to keep her. She needs enough space to be able to spread her wings and do things on her own, but giving her that space can be intimidating. The key is to trust her enough that once…
“Forgive and forget” is a saying that’s often much easier said than done. When someone hurts or betrays you, especially when it’s someone you care about, the feelings that follow can run deep down into your core. Forgiving someone can feel like a weight is being lifted off of your shoulders, but it can also…
People who are display their emotions openly are often labeled as “too sensitive.” They are commonly criticized, told to “suck it up” or advised to “get over it.” Our society tends to associated being sensitive or emotional with being weak. You might be surprised at this list of reasons why sensitive people are stronger than…
As much as you fought when you were younger, your older sister was probably dealing with a few things behind the scenes that she never told you about. You might feel like you were bossed around or that life was unfair when you were younger, but try looking at things through your older sister’s eyes.…
There are obvious reasons why women choose to leave a relationship such as cheating or abuse. But there are many break-ups where a man is left wondering “what happened?” Many women can identify with these five common reasons why they choose to end a relationship. Men, you might want to take notes. 1. She Feels…
“You’re crazy, that never happened.” “You’re too sensitive.” “You’re making things up” Are these phrases that you constantly hear from your partner that cause you to question yourself? If so, your partner might be using something called “gaslighting” — a form of emotional abuse that causes a victim to question their own feelings, instincts and sanity,…
Because empaths care so deeply, they are often taken advantage of. Those with an agenda may seek out an empath and use him/her to get ahead, satisfy their own desires, or gain a certain image or status. It’s common for an empath to end up in a relationship that leads to feeling drained and used.…
A strong woman can come off as intimidating. She knows what she wants in life and she’s on a mission to get it. She works hard, she’s independent and she doesn’t need a relationship to define her. While she might not need a relationship to make her happy, don’t confuse that with not wanting one.…
An empath is highly sensitive to the feelings, intentions and motivations of others. They feel the energy of other people on a deep level that many don’t understand. Someone who is empathetic may sympathize with how someone else is feeling, but being an empath is deeper than that. An empath feels the emotions of others…
Bitterness is a trait that can develop more easily than you might think. When people feel hurt or betrayed, or they have a bad experience, they might start to see the world more negatively, even if they don’t realize it. Holding grudges, being jealous and focusing on negativity can only bring you down. Here are…
Respect is often noted as key for a healthy and successful relationship. When one person in a relationship constantly feels like he or she is disrespected, it can lead to resentment that can be hard to bounce back from. Respect should be a two-way street. For a healthy relationship that lasts, each partner needs to…
Our society focuses largely on appearances. There are creams to get rid of wrinkles, hair extensions to give you long, luxurious locks, laser treatments to eliminate cellulite… the list goes on and on. While some embrace the process of aging, others refuse to celebrate each passing birthday. Forget the strands of gray in your hair…
Have you ever felt stuck? Maybe stuck in a job you hate, stuck in an unhealthy relationship, or stuck at a point in your life where you feel like you just aren’t going anywhere? If you’re feeling this way, it means you need one thing: change. Sometimes it might be a drastic change like quitting…
As a parent, I know how hard it is to deal with an interrupting child. They just stand there begging for your attention and all you want to do is finish a conversation, or complete an email before you lose your train of thought. This happens to me a lot. I would have to say…