29. Fragile=brittle, vulnerable (someone who is vulnerable is easily hurt emotionally or physically) 30. Show=demonstrate (to demonstrate a fact means top make it clear to people.) 31. Big=massive (large in size, quantity, or extent), colossal (use this word, you emphasize something’s la...
Giving flowers to an angry girlfriend may seem like a cliché, but it can work to soothe her hurt feelings. When most people receive a gift, they feel inclined to return the favor, tangibly or emotionally. If you give your girlfriend a gift to make her feel better, chances are it will...
People who are afraid to be emotionally vulnerable usually think of it as a type of weakness, like leaving the drawbridge down on your castle so the enemy can come in and pillage it. However, the strongest castle ever built would still fall if it had no allies, so keeping the drawbridge ...
Find a calm, private time to have a conversation with your friend. Rehearsing what you plan to say ahead of time can also help you keep your cool during this emotionally charged time. You might say, "I feel hurt because it seems to me that you are upset about my new friend. Can we ...
Losing a loved one can be a difficult thing to handle, whether you've lost a parent, grandparent or other adult in your life or a similar-aged friend or relative you cared about. When you can find a positive way to handle grief, this perspective can help
true self when alone with her boyfriend. In the "Psychology Today" article, "Should You Fall in Love With a Shy Person," philosophy professor Aaron Ben-Zeev, notes the downside of this -- if your shy girlfriend doesn't have a lot of friends, she may lean too much on you emotionally...
inner-most thoughts with each other, according to Teens Health in the article "Love and Romance." For example, he has told you his life goals and you've shared your proudest moments with him. As the two of you grow emotionally closer, he'll feel more and more ready to start a serious...
and your friends are feeling calm. It may be ideal to talk to each person individually, according to "When Friends Fight: Think About It" on the PBS Kids website. You might open the conversation by saying "I feel hurt because I heard that you blamed me for your breakup. Is this true...