As human beings, we use defense mechanisms from time to time whether we realize it or not. This is fine...until it starts getting in the way of your relationships. Defense mechanisms are psychological techniques that we use unconsciously to cope with things like stress and anxiety. For example, if something highly traumatic in happens in your life you may mentally block out the memory…
There are some brutally honest truths you should know about other people, or order to have a healthy relationship. I believe I’ve been in my fair share of relationships, be it intimate relationships, friendships or even family situations. I can tell you right now, it’s not what it looks like in the movies, magazines or even what you see on the streets. There…
Life presents challenges occasionally, as every Buddhist Monk will share. We can turn these into strengths, with some guidance. A Buddhist Monk offers lessons that will open our eyes and push us forward. 1. Keep trying We should, first of all, continue trying to overcome challenges when we fail. A Buddhist Monk will suggest that we should look at problems from different perspectives…
An unloved daughter will have a harder life than most, no matter how rich or privileged she is in other ways. When a child does not receive proper affection from her family, she will not develop the social skills necessary to form healthy relationships. Even if unloved daughters find love later in life, they will always be affected negatively by their loveless parents.…
Wanderlust is the strong desire to wander, travel and explore the world. A beach holiday once a year is far from enough, people with wanderlust seek the road less traveled...just about every other day. Those who suffer from wanderlust simply aren’t happy unless they are discovering new places. They feel an overwhelming need to see every nook and cranny of the earth! Traveling…
Scandinavians always emerge as the world's happiest people, and it isn't hard to understand why. Many of them appreciate life's little pleasures, a concept known as 'Hygge.' So what exactly are these little, but important sources of joy? And what are the things you can do, to make yourself as happy as they are? Scandinavians Are Some Of The Happiest People On Earth…
Powerful women seem like they have it all; an important career, a great image and the ability to be independent. What more could one want? It’s no surprise that many women aspire to be powerful, as with power comes wonderful things. If a woman is powerful she’s less likely to be taken advantage of. If she has the power she does not have…
By now, you may be pretty educated about manipulation in relationships. But watch out! You may not be aware of its sneakiest forms. Manipulation in relationships is a form of control. I think most of us know that already, and we are all capable of this act. I would even go as far as to say that we all do this. We do,…