If you want to live a happy, drama-free life, you need to surround yourself with the right types of people. You want your social circle to be full of those who are upbeat, encouraging, and fun to be around. What you don’t want is to be dragged down by who will make your life a…
We all have our gloomy days, those times when it feels like the universe is conspiring against us. But for some folks, unhappiness isn’t just a visitor—it’s a permanent houseguest that refuses to leave, no matter how many hints are dropped. So, whether you recognize some of these traits in yourself (hey, self-awareness is the…
There’s nothing worse than having a conversation with someone who always has to have the last word. No matter what you’re talking about, how little they know about the subject, or how inappropriate it is to argue their point, they always have a few extra words to throw into the ring and it’s really obnoxious…
Maybe you regularly travel back to the past in your mind to relive some of your favorite memories, which is normal and totally healthy, but sometimes it can also make you feel depressed and suck the joy from your present and future, especially if you do it a little too much. Here are 15 signs…
When we think of narcissists, we often picture the loud, grandiose type who can’t stop talking about themselves. But there’s another, less obvious form of narcissism that can be just as harmful, if not more so: the collapsed narcissist. According to the Cleveland Clinic, a collapsed narcissist, also known as a vulnerable or covert narcissist,…
Independent people are all about following their own path and determining their own destiny. They’re resilient, self-sufficient, and confident in their ability to figure things out even in tough times according to Positive Psychology. Those with this personality type have some pretty amazing qualities, and they also tend to have these things in common. 1….
Relationships are complicated. We’ve all heard the classic advice about communication and compromise, but what about the deeper issues that can make or break a partnership? Well, we’re getting into the nitty-gritty of relationship compatibility. If you and your partner aren’t on the same page with these 15 things, you might want to brace yourself…
Some people just don’t know how to stay in their lane and mind their own business. It’d be great if you could tell them straight-up to buzz off and get out of your life, but that’s not always possible (nor is it very nice). If you want someone to chill out and stop being so…
Emotional strength isn’t about being tough or suppressing your feelings. It’s about resilience, self-awareness, and the ability to navigate life’s ups and downs with grace. But how do you know if you’re making progress? Let’s look at some signs that show you are. 1. You’re Not Reacting, You’re Responding Remember when the slightest provocation would…
Drama and chaos are fun when you’re young, but once you become an adult with a bit more emotional maturity, you realize how draining and damaging it truly is. When you get to that point, you start changing the way you live to keep things on a more even keel. That’s why drama-free people tend…
