If you grew up during the Boomer era, you probably have a treasure trove of memories that seem almost mythical to your grandchildren. These experiences are a far cry from the instant gratification culture kids’ today are used to. What Boomer experiences will the children likely never understand? For one online community, it was the …
Mercy Kambura
Who doesn’t love a good giggle every now and then? Laughter is good for the soul and cheesy jokes have an unparalleled charm, offering a delightful mix of humor that’s sure to make you smile. From dad jokes to seasonal jokes, some cheesy, timeless one-liners will leave your friends in stitches (or just wondering if …
Friendship and relationships in general are a fundamental part of human connection, satisfying our need for socialization and belonging. Trust and respect are the chief cornerstones of a good friendship. But even with the greatest intentions, some subconscious behaviors can damage a friendship that is important to us- and we may not even realize what …
Being interrupted can be frustrating, off-putting, and honestly annoying, whether you’re speaking in public or having a casual one-on-one conversation. You try to add a point, and someone talks over you, or you’re halfway through a sentence and get rudely cut off. It’s an all-too-common experience that makes it feel like people don’t truly value …
When did you last sit in a restaurant for a nice meal? With the rise in popularity of fast food, drive-ins, and delivery services, we’ve lost touch with the art of dining out in class. But what’s fading even more is the restaurant etiquette that comes with eating out. Back in the day, everyone knew …
Every day, when you wake up, you make a series of choices– waking up is a choice in itself! As we move through life, choices become our beloved companions. However, sometimes we look at the ones we’ve made and want to crawl under the bed and never come out. Other times, our choices continue to …
Starting a conversation can be difficult and daunting, especially with someone you’ve never talked to before. You don’t know their interests or views on much of anything, so it’s hard to find common ground. Having some tried and true icebreakers and fun facts up your sleeve can ease your anxiety when meeting new people. Bringing …
Humans have a tendency to gravitate towards cute animals; we just can’t help it. According to National Geographic, our swooning over most animals is nature’s way of ensuring we are compassionate and caring towards the little (or big…) guys and, by extension, other animals. It’s just part of our inherent nature to love adorable creatures …
There’s a fine line between arrogance and confidence. Arrogance loudly tells everyone, “I’m better than you!”, while confidence knows that actions speak louder than words. Dealing with an arrogant person can feel like wading through a minefield of inflated egos and endless self-praise. Arrogant people are everywhere—in the workplace, at a family gathering, or just …
What can we liken raising a daughter to? Watching your heart walk around outside of your body? Molding a clay pot with shaky hands? Flying a kite in a storm? The smell of roses or a baking cake? Nothing is as gratifying, humbling, or frightening as watching our little girls bloom into capable women. The …
