Though it’s wonderful that we’re willing to label everyone as “friends,” not knowing who or what constitutes a real friend is a major contributor to the widespread feeling of isolation and loneliness that permeates modern society. We all have different definitions of what a friend is. For some of us…

How we treat others, how satisfied we are with ourselves, and how we see the world are all products of our fundamental beliefs. I was raised to believe a lot of things about myself that weren’t true. I was told I was too sensitive, too emotional, and that I needed…

It’s inevitable that we’ll hit a rock in our life, whether it’s due to a mediocre work life, a stagnant romantic partnership, or apathy toward our everyday activities. We’ve all been there before. You feel suffocated and weighed down by some kind of invisible force. The old ways just don’t…

Telltale indications that your fearful instinct was right. The gut instinct is that little voice inside your head that tells you what to do. It’s the first thought that pops into your head when you’re presented with a problem or decision. And it’s usually the correct one, too. The gut…

Unmet expectations can cause a range of negative feelings, including anger and a sense of being deceived. We’ve all been there before. You do something nice for someone, or go out of your way to help them out, and you start to feel like they owe you something in return. …

We experience a sense of depletion, exploitation, and being taken for granted or intruded upon when we do not have boundaries. Personal boundaries are essentially the lines we draw around ourselves that indicate what is and is not acceptable to us. They set the basic guidelines of how we want…

One’s genuine identity is a multifaceted phenomena. So what does it mean to be you, exactly? We’ve all been there before. We’re going about our lives, minding our own business, when suddenly we’re hit with the age-old question: “who am I?” It’s a question that plagues us from the time…

Having close relationships and spending time with those who care about us can improve our health, happiness, and sense of fulfillment. Have you ever wondered why some people seem to achieve success effortlessly while others always seem to be struggling? We all know the saying, “You are the company you…

Learn the Secrets to Protecting Yourself from Being Used by Others. Have you ever had someone take advantage of your kindness? Or maybe you have a friend who always asks to borrow money but never seems to pay you back. Perhaps you have a coworker who is always asking for…