You’re independent and capable. You’ve built a life that works, and you don’t need anyone to hold your hand through it. So why do relationships feel so exhausting? Maybe you’re always the one holding things together. Maybe you keep ending up with partners who take more than they give. Or maybe someone wonderful is standing […]

There’s a quiet kind of burnout no one talks about. It doesn’t come from late nights or long hours. It doesn’t leave scorch marks or loud exits. It comes from being the one who always says, “It’s okay, I’ve got it.” The one who: absorbs everyone’s moods listens without interrupting carries tension that was never […]

If you've ever had an interaction with a narcissist, you know how these people make everything about them.  They might start off as sweet and charming, but over time, you realize that it was all a lie, and they wanted you to be comfortable before they start manipulating you. Things like love-bombing, gaslighting, and other […]

“How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.” – Rupi Kaur When in a relationship, we get so used to having someone love us that we sometimes forget to love ourselves.  Consequently, when the relationship ends, we feel like we have lost the only person who loved us. But we forget […]

As we navigate life's challenges, we often encounter moments that test our resilience and shape our journey (and even who we are). Grief is a commonality we all face at one point in time or another. But grief comes in all shapes and forms. It’s not solely exclusive to the death of a loved one. […]

Navigating life single can be a challenging journey at times. For a lot of us, being single can feel really lonely. But, living independently also gives us unique opportunities to: discover yourself embrace self-care build meaningful relationships with others So, let's explore how to find contentment in solo living and celebrate the benefits of being […]

Have you ever had someone ask you to do something and you wanted to say “no”, but you blurted out “yes” instead? If so, you’re not alone. Many people have a tough time saying “no”. However, if you’re tired of having to feel bad about declining something or someone, then it’s time that you learned […]

Toxic relationships come in all sorts of shapes and forms, and they look different for everyone. They can be found in all contexts, from romantic relationships to family dynamics to work environments. Differences in our personalities, experiences, past traumas and triggers shape how we respond to these relationships - and how we recover once we […]

Dating can be a rich, exciting experience for many people.  Trying to find that special someone through the dating process can take time, effort, and plenty of insight. After all, you want to be sure you’re on the lookout for red flags as you start meeting and getting to know new people. But as with […]