Why Backhanded Compliments Hurt More Than You Think
We’ve all received a seemingly innocent comment that just doesn’t feel right even though it was disguised as a compliment. It’s the “You look great…
How to Stand Up for Yourself: Assertiveness vs Aggression
There’s a powerful difference between getting what you want and alienating everyone in the process. That difference often boils down to understanding aggression vs assertiveness.…
Vulnerability & Trust Connection: How to Create Stronger Bonds
Many of us live with a deep-seated fear of vulnerability. We worry about judgment, rejection, and the pain of past betrayals. This fear is often…
Finding Hope in Difficult Times and How to Overcome Life’s Challenges
Life is full of challenges. It’s an undeniable truth. But what separates those who thrive from those who simply survive is their ability for finding…
How to Develop More Patience Instead of Overreacting
Patience is something that not all people possess. Without it, we can find ourselves overreacting to situations and people around us, making matters worse. While…
How Simple Breathing Exercises Can Lower Blood Pressure
Most of us don’t think about how many times a day that we breathe, but according to the American Lung Association it is typically 20,000…
Digital Fatigue and How to Beat Its Cognitive Overload Symptoms
Our electronic devices have advantages for helping us be more productive, but they also have disadvantages that can mentally exhaust us from too much time…
How to Break Bad Habits with 5 Healthy Coping Mechanisms That Work
Though we may not realize our bad habits that we turn to when anxiety hits because they can be a difficult thing to break. This…