If you want to be unhappy, spend more time comparing yourself to others. But even those of us who consciously avoid the comparison trap may find ourselves falling into it.
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Every February 14, we celebrate Valentine’s day as an affirmation and reconnection for romantic relationships. And over time, many traditions have sprung up.
In the 19th century, sending picture cards to your love for Valentine’s Day was the most popular way to mark the occasion.
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People have always been shy. People have always talked about being shy. But now there is a new word on the block. Maybe, more recently, you have heard a term that some people use to describe the experience of being uncomfortable in a group of people and/or in an intense one-on-one encounter: Social Anxiety. What’s the difference? Is social anxiety just a fancy name for shyness? The short answer: No. It’s not.
Social anxiety is a psychiatric disorder. Shyness is a personality trait.
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If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry: there are so many ways to practice mindfulness, you can start just about anywhere.
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Life changes are hard work.
And some changes are very difficult to deal with.
Sickness, divorce, bereavement, big losses and limitations take time and effort to grieve and overcome.
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Small children talk to their parents all the time. Every little event needs to be communicated and mom and dad’s response is essential, both in the moment and for the child’s ability to understand the world and themselves. But when kids reach their teenage years, communication can become a lot more difficult. Communicating with teens often consists of trying to get them to talk – or even to listen — to their parents.
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Holiday gatherings are supposed to be about reconnecting with our loved ones. The picture that our media paints of these festive occasions is one of harmony and mutual appreciation.
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Holidays are a celebration of our lives and our relationships. Family plays a big part. We connect with those who are close. We re-connect with those we don’t see quite so often. Family members, including our in-laws, of course, are people like everyone else. And some of them can be difficult people.
And so the holidays can become an exercise in how to manage difficult people.
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Do you know anyone who suffers from depression?
If you do, then you also know that having to explain themselves, and their mood-related behaviors, can add a huge extra burden on people with depression.
Particularly since the same preconceptions come up again and again.
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A new school can be exciting. Many kids look forward to it as a step forward in their lives.
But starting at a new school can also be scary. And if you suffer from social anxiety, it can trigger many symptoms – both for the child and the parents.
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Fire. It’s an irresistibly beautiful thing. It’s fascinating. Mesmerizing.It stirs our soul. It embraces us with warmth. And it nourishes us. It’s a living, breathing thing. So is love.
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When you’re in the middle of raising children, it can feel like the hard work of parenting will never end. For at least 18 years or more, you spend every day deep in the trenches of child rearing. There’s not much time left for yourself and marriage gets put on the back burner.
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Keep financial arguments to a minimum by maximizing healthy, compassionate communication.
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Are you looking for romantic ways you can say I Love You to your partner? Here are 9 fun ways you can use to kick start your romance.
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Some say that you can't love others unless you love yourself first. But for many of us, loving our self is difficult. We have an enemy living in our head.
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Quality time is so important for a couple's relationship but so hard to find! How can you find together-time with a house full of kids? Here are some tips.
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With the sun shining brightly and the average daytime temperature soaring, it can be tough to find relief. Summer heat is fantastic – if you’re a desert ant. For the rest of us, intense hot weather can be unbearable, wreaking havoc on both physical and emotional health.
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You met and fell in love. Simple enough. Then the kids came. Simplicity over. In truth, parenting is one of life’s most wondrous experiences – there’s never a dull moment. But living through the day-to-day stressors of parenting – the good, the bad and the ugly – can put a damper on even the strongest of relationships. Like millions of moms and dads, if parenting stress is wreaking havoc on your relationship, it’s time for a new strategy. Here are a few useful tips for keeping your relationship with your partner intact as you raise the clan.
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With the big day approaching, it’s easy to feel as though you’re living in a happy bubble – and that’s fantastic! Being in love and planning a lifelong commitment is an exciting experience. However, while your partner and you likely see eye-to-eye on virtually everything, it’s smart to have conversations that communicate expectations about your future life together.
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With winter a distant memory, the approaching summer should be a breath of fresh air – a relaxing time to enjoy family fun and outdoor activities. But juggling the kids, schedule changes, social events and work while enduring hot, humid temperatures isn’t always fun, and you’re not alone if you’re experiencing a bout of the summer time blues.
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