If you identify as having high levels of empathy, you can truly feel and understand what other people are feeling, which makes your relationships healthier and more supportive. Chances are, you probably also use these 15 phrases regularly in conversation with people in your daily life. 1. “Tell me more.” Encouraging people to continue talking…
If you grew up in the South, or know someone who has, then you know Southerners are just built differently. Despite having moved away years ago, spending my formative years in Texas and Georgia shaped who I am. Southern culture is so deeply ingrained that it doesn’t matter how long you’ve been out of it…
Men can hone many different traits to help them succeed, whether in their personal relationships or in their careers, and charisma definitely tops the list. While this quality is usually associated with extroverted men, there’s no reason all men can’t develop it — and reap its rewards. Here are some of the simple but effective…
Everyone wants their relationship to become the happily ever after they dreamt about for so long. And although falling in love with your partner might have felt effortless, maintaining that relationship isn’t. Keep an eye out for these toxic relationship patterns unhappy couples fall into and learn a few simple tips that’ll make the dynamics…
The Bible on tattoos isn’t as clear-cut as some Christians would like to make it out. There’s a single verse that gets quoted a lot, but remember: the Bible was written in a very different time and culture. So, can a Christian get a tattoo and still be in good standing with God? Here’s what…
Strong work friendships are healthy, but sometimes a harmless connection crosses a line into emotional infidelity. It’s not always about physical infidelity, but it’s a major betrayal. Trust your gut – if something feels off, it usually is. Look for these subtle but significant changes in their behavior — they might set you on the…
Relationships aren’t a 50/50 split every minute. Sometimes you give 80, they give 20, then it flips. That being said, over time it should balance out. Being willing to compromise shows you value the partnership over always getting your way. Here are things healthy couples are flexible on for the good of their partnership. 1….
Sometimes those overly sweet, always smiling people give you a weird vibe. Your gut whispers “fake” as they gush about how amazing you are. We’re socialized to dismiss those feelings as unkind, but often your instincts are spot on. Here’s how to spot nice-on-the-outside, nasty-on-the-inside types (so you can hopefully avoid them!). 1. Their compliments…
Sounding classy isn’t about being snobby or pretending to be someone you’re not. It’s about a few simple shifts in how you communicate that signal confidence, politeness, and a certain refined charm. Ditch the slang, try these classy alternatives, and see how the way you’re perceived starts to subtly change. 1. “I’d be delighted to…”…
Breaking up with a narcissist is tough, but watching you heal and thrive afterward wounds their ego worse than any insult. They thought they owned you, after all. Your happiness without them proves their control is gone, and oh boy, do they hate it! Here’s how their rage might manifest, even if they try to…
