You’re not a mind-reader, after all. And if he has feelings for you, why doesn’t he simply admit them? Or are you imagining things? Maybe he’s not interested at all, and you’ve turned simple gestures into something they’re not. Perhaps you only see what you want to see. Whatever the case, you want to know the signs a guy is hiding his feelings for you. Once you see what he’s not telling you, you can decide what to do about it....
They reach young adulthood, and suddenly they’re blaming you for everything that’s going wrong in their lives. Because how could it not be your fault? Every mistake you’ve made as a parent has made their life the steaming ruin that it is. You’re what’s wrong with the world. You’re the reason they can’t wait to move out! If you’re mentally rehearsing a painful conversation or recent outburst, you’re probably wondering exactly how to handle disrespectful grown children....
Or someone you once had who is no longer in your life. Your whole sense of self is tied to the idea that you two should be together. By chasing that carrot, you’re getting further away from the gold. You’re leaving yourself behind. But if you know the reasons why you can’t stop thinking about him, it’s easier to see how your life could improve if you let him go....
Though love is one of the most beautiful feelings in the world, not every relationship will be a “til death do you part” type of connection. In fact, the average person falls in love about four times during a lifetime. Studies have shown that the average romantic relationship lasts between 2-5 years. A more casual romantic relationship can last between one week and six months. While long-distance or primarily online relationships generally last less than two years....
Dating or even marrying a woman with kids means that your partner already has intense emotional attachments and responsibilities to other people. Even so, dating a woman who has children can lead to a fulfilling relationship. Romantic success becomes more likely when you’re honest with yourself and accept the practical limitations of the situation. Is Dating a Girl with a Kid a Bad Idea? The answer to this question is not the same for everyone....
But do you know how to end a conversation without leaving the other person feeling slighted or offended? Socializing and networking are essential for creating and nurturing connections with people — specifically those who could benefit from something you do well and who could likewise help you in some way. But when it comes to having conversations that create and maintain those strong connections, you might wonder how to extricate yourself without sounding awkward or impatient to get away....
For people with regular weekday jobs, Friday is the last workday of the week, with two days of fun and relaxation just beyond it. And it’s not hard to find quotes about Friday that capture the relief and excitement that many of us feel when we’re looking forward to the weekend. We gathered 51 of these Happy Friday quotes for your enjoyment. Take a look and see which ones resonate with you the most....
She’s so special you’re now practicing proper toilet seat etiquette and canceling plans with the crew. You’re anxious to let her know exactly how you feel — but you’re not exactly the next Wordsworth. So, to help you express exactly how you feel, today, we’re looking at love messages to make her feel special. How These Sweet Words Will Captivate Her People like being seen and feeling appreciated. Sending loving messages will convey your passion, respect, and emotions to your significant other....
It’s true, self-care gets a bad rap in some quarters, especially with its emphasis on the self and its needs. It’s too easy to write off self-care as a luxury enjoyed by the top 10%. “Sure, you go enjoy that massage. I’ll just keep working like a regular person.” What’s not often considered is if self-care is attributed to affluence because wealthier people supposedly have more time for it. Or it could be that financial well-being is associated with self-care because those who make time for self-care are better able to tend to their finances and do what they need to do to earn more....
But sometimes lunch can be as monotonous and uninspiring as work. Same old sandwich. Same old chips. Same old whatever it is he tends to eat every day. Have you ever thought about shaking up your partner’s lunchtime routine with something unexpected? Before sending your husband off with his lunch in hand, why not surprise him with one (or more) of these sweet and flirty notes? With these sweet messages tucked into his lunch box, he’ll be all smiles when he opens it, no matter what kind of day (or sandwich) he’s having....
You put your best foot forward, and so do they. Finally, you’ve found your soul mate — someone who meets all of your criteria for the man or woman of your dreams. “We are perfect for each other!” you tell your friends and family in giddy excitement. But as the bloom fades from the new romance, you realize that some of your criteria boxes haven’t been checked. Your perfect partner has pulled a bait and switch or maybe never had the desirable qualities, to begin with....
It begins with describing the life you want without sparing the details. To create a vision in words, you first need to see one in your mind. And to do that, you need to know exactly what you want to see in every area of your life. The nine steps described below can help you overcome your hesitation and finally articulate a vision that’s 100% yours. What Is a Vision for Life?...
It’s a complicated subject. Plus, intimacy is personal, making it difficult to discuss with friends and family. But don’t worry; we’re here to help you make sense of things. First, we’ll answer a handful of common questions about the fear of intimacy. Then, we crafted an intimacy issues test to help you gauge where you fall on the scale. What Is a Fear of Intimacy? People with intimacy fears find it challenging to open up and share themselves with others....
INTP, for example, shares three letters with INTJ, INFP, and ENTP. But if you’re an INT and unsure about that letter, it makes sense to explore the similarities and the key differences between INTP and INTJ. Once you’re better acquainted with both, you’ll know how to spot INTJ vs. INTP. You’ll also be better able to decide which type is the best fit for you. Am I INTP or INTJ?...
We were all dressed up for church, and afterward, my mom had taken us to a “white tablecloth” restaurant. She was teaching us how to cut meat, holding the fork and knife properly, switching hands with the fork after cutting, and placing the knife on the side of the plate — a rather complicated series of movements for a child. There must have been some other etiquette lessons thrown in at the time, because during the lunch, a woman eating at the restaurant approached my mom and said, “Your children are so well-mannered....
Do you constantly question whether or not it’s time to take the plunge and break it off with your boyfriend? Breaking up with your boyfriend can be incredibly difficult, especially when you have invested so much of your time and emotions into the relationship. When we start to have doubts about our relationships, it often breeds confusion, uncertainty, and a lot of unanswered questions. We’ve created this quiz to help you decide if you should move on from this relationship....
Do you sometimes wonder what that actually means — and whether or not you’re doing enough? Taking personal responsibility has to do with your actions, words, and choices and how they affect you and others. Accepting responsibility is essential to anyone who acknowledges and seeks to honor the connectedness between all living beings. To admit that your actions have consequences, not only for you but also for others, is to own your role in the co-creation of the environment you share with others....
Maybe you’re in a relationship with a man you love, but you can’t help asking, sometimes, “When do men emotionally mature?” Because, as wonderful as he is, he’s not there yet. It’s not his fault. But you’re just not in the same place. And it’s frustrating for you both. So, what do you do? What Is Emotional Maturity? Before we answer the question, “When do guys mature?” let’s clarify the confusion surrounding this topic and get clear on what emotional maturity is?...
You can only control so much, after all. And not all relationships are meant to last forever. Still, you’d like to know for certain whether it’s time to let go of your partner. How will you know when to end a relationship and move on? And how can you minimize the trauma for everyone involved? Wondering If It’s Time to End a Relationship? As hard as it is sometimes to allow ourselves to take this step, there are many legitimate reasons to end a relationship....
Just over a year ago, I heard author Susan Cain speak at the World Domination Summit in Portland, Oregon. She had recently published her book, Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, and was discussing how introverts operate in a world that favors extroversion and why the internally-driven should be more highly-valued in society and the workplace. Being one of these introverted people myself, I sat on the edge of my seat, riveted by the information she was sharing....
