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 […]

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 […]

One thing about experiencing trauma is the fact that it demands to be addressed, otherwise, it haunts us for a very long time. Naturally, we'll turn to our friends and families to help us process and vent those traumatic experiences. However, there's a blurry line between venting and trauma dumping. Trauma dumping is the term […]

When we're looking for relationship red flags, there's one that usually flies under the radar, despite being one of the most crucial factors in finding a healthy, successful partnership. Are they actually available in an emotional capacity? Emotional availability describes the ability to sustain emotional bonds in relationships. - Healthline Although relationships can go on […]

Most of us know at least one person who is battling anxiety (if we aren’t that one person ourselves). Whenever we meet up with them, we try to do our best to give them the support they need and remind them how much they mean to us.  However, despite our good intentions, some of us […]

Does it seem like those confident people you see just seem to become more confident as they go while the rest of us shrink further into our shells? It's frustrating, but really, confidence isn't something you're born with or magically develop over years. It's a skill you can fake until you make it. Whether you're […]

Ever feel like your relationship is stuck on repeat? Maybe it’s that same issue you keep butting heads over, or perhaps the same exact pattern in every argument. It can feel exhausting. And it can also feel like nothing is getting resolved. To be fair, this can extend to friendships, too. Maybe you’re the one […]

At some point in our lives, we all experience disagreements in our families. Whether it's a squabble over who gets the last slice of pizza or a deeper conflict about values and respect, these moments can leave us feeling frustrated, upset, and sometimes even hurt. Have you experienced this? If so, you're not alone! Conflict […]

Most of us hate arguments. They knot our stomachs, raise our voices, and leave us wondering if we said too much… or not enough. But here’s the twist: what if those heated moments weren’t signs your relationship was falling apart, but clues that it’s actually alive, growing, and asking for more honesty? Conflict, as messy […]