I’m from Georgia—the backwoods, farming part of Georgia. (Atlanta makes me feel like I’m in outer space.) My grandmother’s yard was nothing but green rolling hills, flocks of annoying chickens and guineas, and the ever-present dinner guests who were wearing camouflage overalls and spitting tobacco. It’s endearing, truly… except for the tobacco part. However, I…
Narcissists give the impression that they’re confident and self-assured, but the reality is that they’re insecure and terrified of rejection. If you try to shatter the illusion they have of themselves and expose who they truly are, they can become angry or enraged. That’s why you have to be careful about what you say to…
“You know there’s such thing as religious trauma,” my therapist explained. I shook my head no. After all, “religious trauma” should be an oxymoron, a paradox reserved for fairytales that don’t end so well. But she was right. We can, indeed, be damaged by the church. The more I thought about this ugly truth, the…
Having so many intense feelings is exhausting sometimes. In a world that praises stoicism, being overly emotional can make you feel like there’s something wrong with you, but what if your sensitivity is your superpower? Turns out, those big emotions come with some unexpected advantages. Let’s embrace the tears, the passionate outbursts, and the whole…
Criticism at work, from loved ones, even a random internet troll – it happens. Letting it derail you is counterproductive. The key is to separate your emotions from the actual content of the criticism. These genius phrases help you do just that, allowing you to extract useful feedback (if there is any!) or disengage from…
Fears aren’t just sources of anxiety; they’re coded messages. Understanding what drives your specific fears can uncover hidden motivations, insecurities, and even untapped potential. While it’s important to address fears that cause genuine distress, there’s also wisdom to be found in them. Let’s decode some common fears to reveal what your inner self might be…
We all know that stereotypical macho man who bottles up feelings, avoids “mushy” conversations, and thinks vulnerability is a sign of weakness. It’s boring, and honestly, kinda toxic. Emotionally intelligent men are the real deal. They’re self-aware, empathetic, and in touch with their emotions, making them amazing partners, friends, and just all-around awesome humans. Here’s…
To stay in one place your entire life is to defy the point of living, but that doesn’t mean we don’t stop making forward progress and instead tread water from time to time. While the reasons for this may vary, the reality is you can’t just succumb to staying stagnant — you have to fight…
