But the upshot is that 50% of marriages stand the test of time. So how do the people who stay together do it? Some folks will insist it’s “hard work.” But in reality, a good marriage is really about adopting the right mindset and implementing a few lifestyle changes. So today, we’re tackling one side of the coin and looking at how to be a good wife. What Are the Qualities of a Good Wife?...
Whether or not you were expecting to be with this person, you’re now stuck in the moment trying to come up with small talk topics and struggling to know exactly what to say. How was your weekend? What do you think about the weather? Do you have any plans for the summer? The prospect of having these short conversations can lead to anxiety, as you try to straddle saying enough while not saying the wrong thing....
I spent a lot of time in my head considering what I did and didn’t want for my life and how I wanted to make positive change. I journaled my thoughts and dreams. I read dozens of self-help, healthy living, and spiritual growth books. And I sincerely hoped everything I absorbed by thinking and reading would somehow change my life for the better. That isn’t entirely untrue. I did learn a great deal from all of my reading and thinking and journaling....
Maybe you’re here because you’re unhappy right now, and you’re seeking some ideas to improve your happiness. There’s good reason to look for ways to be happy. A growing body of research tells us happiness isn’t just a lovely feeling — it’s also quite beneficial for you. It’s been linked to a load of life benefits including a higher income, a stronger immune system, and even a boost in creativity....
If you have coworkers who talk too much, this probably doesn’t surprise you. You’re here, now, because you want to know how to deal with people who talk too much — or how to tell someone they talk too much in a nice way. After all, you still have to work with them. So, why not make it easier? 7 Ways to Deal with Annoying Coworkers Who Talk Too Much Talking too much at work has real consequences for everyone involved....
It’s not usually a compliment. But the way they describe it sure sounds familiar. Being the black sheep of the family doesn’t mean you’re never included or that your parents changed the locks when you “finally crossed the line” (though that’s true for some). The exclusion doesn’t have to be physical or absolute to affect your relationships and mental health. You don’t have to be “the worst” to be the family outcast....
This can be frustrating because there is so much great information available in these books that are educational, interesting, and enlightening. The number of newly published books has grown so quickly in the past few decades that you’d have to read 24/7 just to complete a small portion of them. But there is a way to add more books to your reading list without having to commit hours of your time to each book....
Hippocrates believed walking is man’s best medicine, and if you’ve spent any amount of time at the local park, I’m sure you’ve witnessed people “taking their medicine.” Not only is walking inexpensive (unless you do it at the gym), but it’s easy to do with a friend, your dog, or alone. Walking not only gives your leg muscles a workout, but it also gives your heart (cardio!) a workout while you burn calories and lose weight....
It sounds so simple, yet it often seems unattainable. You’d love to just be yourself if you knew exactly who that is. We get so caught up trying to be somebody else, somebody better, that we lose ourselves in the process. Or never find ourselves at all. Sometimes, what we think is our real self is just a facade we use to show off to the world or to cover our flaws....
It’s like dragging around a ball and chain everywhere you go. It’s hard to allow yourself to fully enjoy life because guilt constantly holds up a sign reading, “You’re not worthy.” Guilt is an emotion you learn in childhood during the social developmental years. It helps you recognize your behaviors and how they impact other people, and it triggers a warning that you may have done something wrong. As an adult, this feeling can kick in pretty quickly for even the smallest, most meaningless situations that occur in your life....
The next day, he vanishes. He’s nowhere to be found, and you’re left with the question: “Is he ghosting me?” Because of technology, ghosting has reached epidemic levels and shows no signs of stopping; as such, building resilience to protect your self-esteem has become a must. After all, ghosting can hurt. To that end, let’s talk about what ghosting is and why people do it. What Does Ghosting Say About a Person?...
You shouldn’t feel emotionally drained and stressed more often than not. Instead, work should be a passionate endeavor that, for the most part, adds joy and fulfillment to your life. It should energize you and give you a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I know, I know — maybe that sounds improbable and unrealistic. Work is work. It’s the thing you have to do to pay for what you need and get a few (or a lot) of the things you want....
Those fake friends who are snakes in disguise. They abuse you, use you, and pretend to love you – only to stab you in the back or kick you to the curb when it suits them. Or when you have nothing else to offer them. The betrayal of a friend you thought cared about you is like a needle in your heart. How could they do this to you? And how could you have fallen for their ruse?...
Whichever the case, things have changed, and you’re toying with the idea of breaking up. But you’re unsure. What if the relationship is just going through a phase? What if the partnership is just moving into the more mature, less lusty stage (which is perfectly normal)? What are the signs your long-term relationship is over? Pull up a seat because we’re unpacking it all below. When To Call It Quits in a Relationship In some ways, a sudden, dramatic split is a lot easier to handle....
Without it, humans tend to be miserable shells of themselves who plod through life in a fog of depression and displeasure. It’s a remarkably unsatisfying way to live. But when supported by self-love, we can care for ourselves and others, spread joy and compassion, and live up to our full potential. Poems about loving yourself are an excellent reminder of how deserving you are of your own love. 11 Compassionate Self-Love Poems To Focus on Yourself It’s OK to focus on yourself!...
It hurt so badly that you’re closed off to ever trusting someone again. Your trust issues won’t let you engage in another close relationship. You’ve shut down the part of you that longs to have a deep, intimate connection. Maybe it was a past lover. Maybe it was a friend. Or God forbid, it may have happened with both. And the betrayal and pain have left you reeling. When people you care about or love forsake you, it’s natural to slink into the corner and lick your wounds for a while....
Regular, meaningful conversation with your partner allows you to connect and strengthens your relationship. It can help you learn about who they are and what made them that way. However, as true as that may be, it doesn’t make coming up with relationship conversation starters any easier. Thinking of things to talk about can be difficult, or it can feel uncomfortable bringing up certain things. Being prepared with topics for couples to talk about is a great way to ensure you have plenty of engaging conversations....
Whether you have kids or not, being a stay-at-home wife can be a full-time job. It all depends on how you approach the position. So today, we’re looking at how to be a good homemaker — with an eye toward maintaining good mental health and nurturing your own interests. So pull up a screen, and let’s dive in. When Is It a Good Idea To Be a Stay-at-Home Wife? Being a stay-at-home wife isn’t for everyone — but it works beautifully for some couples....
Do your thoughts often revolve around things that make you anxious or upset? Well here’s some good news: You can take control of your thoughts and improve your emotions when you practice positive affirmations. Affirmations are basically a form of auto-suggestion, and when practiced deliberately and repeatedly, they reinforce chemical pathways in the brain, strengthening neural connections. With regular practice, affirmations alter your brain so that you think differently, feel better, and reach goals more easily....
Whichever the case, you can no longer deny that something is a bit rotten in the state of one of your friendships. But you’re unsure if you’re reading the signals wrong. After all, relationships of all stripes experience ups and downs. In this post, we’re laying out what relationship red flags look like and how to deal with them. What Are Friendship Red Flags? Generally speaking, a “red flag” is a warning signal....
