We all want to project an air of confidence when walking through the world, but sometimes in an effort to come off as super self-assured, we end up exposing our deepest insecurities. If you’re doing any of these things, you’re showing people just how riddled with self-doubt you really are beneath the surface. 1. Bragging…
We never deserve to be the brunt of passive-aggressive behavior, especially because we owe it to each other to be both honest and respectful. But when others cross those boundaries and resort to this kind of petulance, it’s important to have responses to shut it down (no matter if it stems from anger or something…
Your memories of being a kid can often be tinged with nostalgia, making it difficult to recognize if your childhood was as happy as you remember. While you can consider yourself lucky if you didn’t experience abuse, neglect, or other traumas, if you recognize any of the following signs, your childhood probably wasn’t as idyllic…
According to Verywell Mind, gaslighting is one of the most manipulative behaviors in the book, aimed at making you feel crazy for having feelings, feel bad for calling the person out on their bad behavior, or doubt your own ability to remember things properly. It’s total BS, and the next time you realize someone is…
If you’ve ever met someone who was horrible at talking about the weather and great at opining about the universe, then you probably met a deep thinker. Let’s get into the traits that typically define these contemplative souls. 1. Insatiable curiosity These people have an endless appetite for knowledge. They’re not satisfied with surface-level information…
Ever wish you could have the ability to charm the pants off of everyone you meet? It’s not about being the loudest in the room or having the most impressive job title. Often, it’s the subtle behaviors that make someone instantly appealing. Let’s talk about the behaviors that can help you win people over in…
We’ve all been caught in a situation where we know we’re wrong, but just can’t bring ourselves to admit it. While this isn’t exclusive to men, there are some classic phrases that seem to pop up more often when guys are backing themselves into a corner. Let’s look at some of their verbal gymnastics. 1….
When we think of “high-class,” we often jump to designer clothes, fancy cars, and luxurious homes. But true class isn’t about the size of your bank account—it’s about the content of your character. Let’s talk about the qualities that reveal a high-class personality, regardless of your financial status. 1. Appreciation for simple pleasures Class isn’t…
You know those incredibly smart people who also seem to doubt themselves at every turn? It’s a puzzling combination, isn’t it? Intelligence and low self-worth don’t seem like they should go hand in hand, but surprisingly, they often do. Let’s look at some behaviors you may notice in intelligent but self-doubting individuals. 1. Imposter syndrome…
Is there any ick stronger than someone trying to pretend that they’re cleverer than they are? To understand more about those people, here are some of the more questionable and occasionally cringe-worthy habits of people who have average intelligence but try to make themselves out to be smarter than they really are. The crazy thing…
