You can only change the things that are open to your influence, and toxic people will never be one of them. Here are some of the ones to watch out for.
If your child is exaggerating a story, you might ask, “I was interested in your story, and then it seemed like you started to add things to it that weren’t true. Can you tell me why you decided to do that?” Now I realize you may not get a great answer from your child. From...
What does it mean when someone treats you badly? When someone treats you poorly in a relationship, it can be hurtful and distressing. It means they are disregarding your feelings, needs, and well-being. It may involve disrespect, unkindness, or even abuse. This behavior can erode your self...
So for several days I was going around smiling broadly at people, saying "squid" to them, and I couldn't understand why they looked at me as if I was totally crazy until someone pointed it out. ● I was in France on holiday, staying in a friend's cottage and one day we decided t...
When you sense yourself shutting down or feeling defensive, ask yourself what you believe the person meant to do to you. Did they truly mean to insult you, betray you, disrespect you, or make fun of you? Your brain works very hard to keep you safe, so it will judge a situation as ...
The outside edge of my foot started to hurt, and I ended up going to physio. After recovery, I tried the shoes on again and the pain returned (it was like someone had slipped a little dull blade into the side of the sole), I gave up. These shoes were retired. *Mileage: Maybe ...
I do not wish to disrespect you as a person in my response, and if it comes across as a personal insult I do apologize. The divide on this issue can be so vehement because of the mentality of “love the sinner, hate the sin.” At it’s core it is still saying being homosexual ...
And with God in his corner pocket he’s going to be someone one day … I trust he will full full and break all barriers chains and lead gen z youth into strong male Christian Leaders! Thank you Monica from the bottom of my heart-for sharing your priceless views which has ...
If you’re in a relationship with someone who has a habitual problem here, reconsider getting into a long-term relationship with her. That especially holds true if she runs a double-standard whereby you’re punished for even looking at another woman. ...
When things don’t seem to be working, people will always do more of what used to work, even if that behaviour is at the heart of the problem. It’s what we all do. If you are someone who is naturally open and giving, when things don’t feel right in a relationship you will lik...