Dealing with people who consistently try to put you down can be challenging, and that’s putting it lightly. However, it’s really important to stand your ground while maintaining your composure. The next time this person tries to demean you, here are a few things you can say in response (even though what you’d really like…
It makes sense that you want to help the people you care about by alleviating their stress and anxiety and stepping in to sort out issues that seem overwhelming or insurmountable to them. However, constantly trying to fix everyone’s problems all the time is only going to lead to one thing: you feeling exhausted and…
Many people are part of our daily lives, each with distinct roles and functions to us, and each with an ability to bring peace or cause harm. Sadly, even if you’re someone who finds it easy to give people the benefit of the doubt, if you deal with any of these types of people, your…
Let’s talk about something that might hit close to home for some of you—growing up without enough affection. It’s not always easy to recognize, but the way we were loved (or not loved) as kids can leave quite an impression on our adult lives. In this article, we’re going to explore the signs that might…
Life has a funny way of teaching us its most valuable lessons when we least expect it. As women, we often find ourselves looking back and wishing we had known certain truths earlier. Whether you’re just starting your adult journey or well into it, here are some insights that many women realize a bit later…
Have that friend who’s always the life of the party, but something lately just seems… off? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Sometimes, the people who seem the happiest are fighting some serious battles on the inside. So, let’s look at the signs that someone might be dealing with some heavy stuff, even if they’re putting…
Look, we’re not here to judge—everyone’s got their quirks, right? But when it comes to the people we let into our lives, it pays to be a bit savvy. That’s why we’ve put together this list of 20thesubtle signs that might make you go “Hmm…” about someone. 1. They’re overly materialistic While there’s nothing wrong…
1. You hijack conversations so you can talk about yourself. Even if you don’t mean to, you always steer conversations back to yourself. It starts innocently, maybe by relating to what someone’s saying, but then a few seconds later, it’s literally all about you. This can happen without you even noticing. Friends start telling a…
According to Psychology Today, manipulators are masters of language, using certain phrases as tools to control, deflect, or gaslight. By recognizing these linguistic red flags, we can better protect ourselves from manipulation. Let’s look at some key phrases that manipulative people often use. 1. “You’re the only one who has a problem with this.” This…
According to Psychology Today, first impressions make all of the difference. Whether in a job interview, at a party, or in everyday encounters, coming off as someone who has their act together can open doors to opportunities and foster connections. Ahead are 14 actionable strategies and behaviors that will help you come off as someone…
