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Seven Things NOT to Apologize For
Many people find themselves saying "I'm sorry" for things that should never in a million years require an apology - such as declining plans or asking for help.
Women are especially guilty of this. How often do you witness a woman…
5 Medical Reasons to Sleep on Your Left Side
Most of us are well aware of the benefits of getting enough sleep. However, how many of us consider our sleeping position when it comes to our health? As it turns out, our resting pose can have a tremendous impact on our physical…
7 Ways to Make Your Introvert Feel Loved
Each of us gives and receives love in our own unique way. This is one of the very things that makes us who we are, and makes our love special. However, in a lasting relationship, it's as important to adapt to our partner's love language…
20 Questions to Determine Whether Your Partner is Controlling
“The scars from mental cruelty can be as deep and long-lasting as wounds from punches or slaps but are often not as obvious. In fact, even among women who have experienced violence from a partner, half or more report that the man’s…
Four Steps to Discovering Your Passion
There are few things in life more rewarding than finding your passion. Sadly, most people put doing so on the back burner and never get around to it. In a life filled with responsibilities, finding your passion can seem self-indulgent, or…
3 Ways to Accept, Treasure, and Cherish Your Authentic Self
You would never tell a friend, or even a stranger, that she was fat or stupid. You would never tell your brother he can't do anything right. You would certainly never tell your child that he is worthless and nobody likes him.
How often do…
6 Scientific Reasons Good Fathers Matter
I want to be very clear from the beginning: single mothers are absolute heroes. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, out of about 12 million single parent families in 2014, more than 80% were headed by single mothers. Single…
6 Easy Ways to Spot a Toxic Person
Most of us want to avoid toxic people in our lives - but doing so can be tricky. Toxic people are often charming, manipulative, and exciting to be around. Most of us don't spend our time with new friends on the lookout for troublesome…
20 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Commit
“To say that one waits a lifetime for his soulmate to come around is a paradox. People eventually get sick of waiting, take a chance on someone, and by the art of commitment become soulmates, which takes a lifetime to perfect,” wrote Criss…
Why You Need a Sense of Purpose
Have you ever known somebody who seemed to have everything going for them, but could not find happiness? Did it seem that their life was lacking in something fundamental that you couldn't quite put your finger on? There is a strong…