We’re all naturally inclined to develop habits. And we can tap into this natural tendency to help us to be kind to ourselves. Since we need to be kind to ourselves to be genuinely kind to others, this is pretty important to take advantage of. Here’s how to use habits to overcome negative self-talk today. […]
Learned helplessness is a psychological concept that refers to a state where people feel unable to change their circumstances, even when opportunities for change exist. In the context of relationships, learned helplessness can lead to feelings of powerlessness, resentment, and a lack of motivation to improve the relationship. Learned helplessness can doom a relationship. But […]
There are a zillion posts, articles, magazines, books, podcasts and more out there telling you all the complicated ways you need to manage your diet, exercise, stress, and mental health to be your best. I’m not denying there’s plenty of wisdom out there that can take us all to another level. If we only had […]
Seriously, is there anyone out there who doesn’t relate to the rush of making an impulse purchase? Well, it turns out there’s a biological basis for our craving for retail therapy. And there’s a lot more to this subject than initially meets the eye. In fact, there are some basic concepts underlying the psychology of […]
We humans are social creatures. We crave companionship and interaction with others. Besides satisfying these needs, healthy friendships, marriages, partnerships, and relationships with other family members provide us with love, support, and companionship. At times, however, negative feelings can overcome the good, and the result is an unhappy relationship. When this happens, we can begin […]
Feeling overwhelmed and discouraged? We’ve all been there. When life gets tough and we’re ready to throw in the towel, we can all benefit from some extra encouragement to keep going. Look no further. We’ve put together a collection of motivational quotes that will inspire you to persevere through whatever challenges and obstacles you encounter. […]
Optimal well-being sounds like an unattainable goal, doesn’t it? Well, to be honest, it may be. But we all need to take small steps towards it anyway. Here’s why it will never be any easier, and why you need to do what you can today and every day. Not just for yourself – but for […]
Relationships are an essential to our happiness and well-being. However, not all relationships are healthy and fulfilling. Some relationships are worse than merely unhealthy – they are downright dangerous and threatening to both our emotional and mental health. Understanding the signs of a toxic relationship is critical, because detecting these issues early makes it much […]
Do you believe in love at first sight? We’ve heard fairy tales about it, read books, heard songs, even watched movies where love at first sight is the main premise. Whether we believe them or not, people we know claim to have experienced it. Or perhaps we have experienced it ourselves. Do You Believe in […]
Relationships help us stay connected to the people we care about and provide us with a sense of belonging. However, relationships can also be challenging, especially when it comes to setting healthy boundaries. Boundaries are important, if not essential. They help us establish our needs, expectations, and limits. For the best outcomes, it’s key to […]
