But the question remains: exactly what is a badass? And why is being a badass something you should aspire to? More to the point, what if you don’t feel like a badass, but you’d still like to be one? Welcome to the ultimate guide on badassery, its risks, and its benefits. Read on to learn how to be a badass in every area of your life, whatever challenges you might face....
It can also warn you when something just feels off. But trusting your gut feeling about someone can span both positive and negative qualities, including helping to confirm that someone is a good fit. It could be when something just “feels different” after a series of failed relationships or when you meet someone new and have that “this is the one” feeling. Can you reliably trust your gut feelings in matters of love?...
The only things missing are some vision board affirmations and quotes to put into words all you aspire to be and want to achieve. These can’t be just any quotes. They need to be words to inspire you daily and compel you to take action on your goals and dreams — the ones you are featuring on your dream board. You’ll be happy to know that we’ve curated 31 vision board printables with quotes you can copy, cut, and paste right on your board to finish off your work of art....
You might know many people, but good friends don’t come in large quantities. In fact, most people consider themselves lucky to have one good friend. Not everyone possesses the qualities of a good friend. You can get caught up in the excitement of making a new friend before you know if that person has the traits to become a true friend. When you can recognize best friend qualities in someone, you gain an opportunity to create a lifelong friendship that matters deeply to both of you....
Is it the sound of the word or its meaning? The study of the pleasantness or unpleasantness of the way words and phrases sound (regardless of their meaning) is called phonaesthetics. But I think the combination of sound and meaning is what makes for pretty words. Consider the word “diarrhea” which trills off the tongue but isn’t a pleasant topic to ponder. But the word “diary” is equally pleasing to the ear and has an intriguing meaning....
I am, and I have grown to appreciate my introverted nature more and more over the years. Even though Western culture tends to celebrate extraverts and reward many extraverted behaviors, I’ve learned that introverts possess strengths that are equally valuable and important. Since introverts make up about a third of the population, it’s important for everyone to understand their traits and behaviors and recognize how to benefit from what introverts have to offer in both personal and professional settings....
Your soulmate. The love of your life. You never thought it would happen, but the way you feel about your beloved is far beyond the feelings you’ve had for other partners in the past. It’s the real thing. You’ve found the person with whom you want to spend your life. With this deluge of intense feelings, you may not be able to express the depth of your love and commitment....
And it’s not about male vs. female. You won’t necessarily find more feminine energy in a woman than in the man standing next to her. The same goes for masculine energy. It’s not about being “buff” or cocky or louder than the rest. If you’re asking, “how do I tap into my masculine energy?” (because you do have it), this post is for you. What Is Masculine Energy? Masculine energy isn’t about being a man....
Believing that you can change someone’s future or have some kind of influence on their path in life requires teachers to have a growth mindset — a phrase coined by Dr. Carol Dweck in her bestselling book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Having a growth mindset allows you to believe that you can improve and change with practice and determination. With a growth mindset, you view challenges with excitement and look forward to the opportunity to overcome them because you know you will get something out of the process and learn from your mistakes....
The trauma of toxic parenting goes deep. And you might wonder if, without that chunk of your identity, there isn’t much left of you to know. You didn’t get the chance to see who you might have become without your parents’ damaging influence. So, it’s understandable you might think there’s nothing behind the damage worth knowing. It’s also wrong. How Toxic Parents Ruin Your Life It’s no surprise growing up with toxic parents can make your life monumentally harder than it should be....
And what do the words “alpha male” even mean? Is it a good thing to have an alpha male mentality? And what is it about the alpha male personality that makes it so attractive and so worth cultivating? Because it can be cultivated. And you’re about to learn how even the most beta of beta males can cultivate 7 alpha male traits and transform his outlook and his life. What is an alpha male?...
People generally see rebound relationships as likely to fail. Whether the person was the dumper or dumpee, the new connection is often a way to purge the old relationship. If you’re dating someone on the rebound or you’re on the rebound yourself, chances are the partnership will loosely follow what is known as a rebound relationship timeline. What Is a Rebound Relationship? You are technically in a rebound relationship when you start a new relationship shortly after ending one....
Reflect on an occasion when you had something to say, something important or vulnerable to share, and you knew you had the full attention of the other person. That level of attention, when you know the other person is really listening to you, makes you feel valued. It makes you feel safe, understood, and important. Being heard validates you. Now think about a time when you had something to say, but you didn’t get that level of attention....
All you have to do is suggest his behavior or his words were hurtful or inappropriate, and he turns on you. To him, everything is your fault. You’re the one who’s “overreacting” or “being a hypocrite” or “seeing problems where none exist.” Except you know, he’s wrong. And you’re fed up with the way your husband treats you. What can you do? Why Does My Husband Think He Never Does Anything Wrong?...
After all, when a narcissist feels defeated, their first line of defense is to punish you. So, our goal here isn’t to show you how to piss off a narcissist for no reason other than revenge but to highlight the actions that trigger their worst behavior. You have a right to live your own life as you see fit. And if doing so will make a narcissist miserable, that’s not on you....
It’s hard to have a true perspective on your own personality traits and how you express them in the world. If you’ve never taken a personality test or read much about your personality type, you probably rely on the feedback you’ve heard about yourself from others about your personality traits. “He’s really outgoing.” “She can be argumentative.” “He’s always uptight.” “She has such a calm demeanor.” We take these descriptions and use them to help us craft what we believe to be our “personality....
You definitely felt something like that when you and your new love first met. The chemistry between you is undeniable — the kind rom-coms are made of. You can’t deny the attraction or your growing interest. But the more time you spend around this person (amazing as they are), the more you wonder if maybe this is the wrong time for you to meet. But how could there be a wrong time to meet the right person?...
Everyone I know has had times when they were down on themselves. “I hate the way I look.” “Why do I always say such stupid things?” “I just don’t measure up.” We hit those troughs of low self-esteem when we just want to jump out of our own bodies and go inhabit some other more attractive, intelligent, successful person. Ironically, other people can view you as attractive and competent, but your view of yourself is entirely different....
You might agree that this state can be quite exhausting. A way to renew yourself and your mental health is to spend some time alone with your thoughts. If a long time has passed since you let your mind wander through an intellectual playground, then these questions to ponder about life will light up your brain in good ways. 101 Questions to Ponder Life Questions to Ponder Is it true that a soulmate is out there for everyone?...
Or should money problems be a dealbreaker? Today, we’re tackling the age-old question — from a modern vantage point. So grab a beverage and settle in. Let’s dissect how to tell if a man is “in the red.” We’re breaking down the pros, cons, signs, and solutions for people dating men in the middle of a rough financial patch. The answers to your questions are below. Should a Man Be Financially Stable Before Dating?...
