What’s the phrase that gets you through the day? Or the one that makes you believe in unicorns and smile at butterflies? For me, it’s a simple “you’re doing a good job.” It helps me to know someone else can see through the challenges, tears, potty training victories, and finished work projects. Life can throw …

I have many questions about life: Do pets think we’re their pets? Why does toast always fall butter-side down? Why is it called a building if it’s already built? And, of course, one of the most confusing ones: why are people so mean? Some people seem to walk through life with a perpetual cloud over …

The only thing I remember about my first breakup is that it felt like I was getting a bone-lengthening surgery while wide awake. But in my heart. Falling in love is sweet, but breakups are messier than a well-fed baby’s diaper. The human mind and body react to the end of a relationship in many …

Wouldn’t it be nice if we all saw things the same way and agreed on most, if not all, things? But there will be differing voices, opinions, tensions, and elected leaders we don’t like. It can be hard to find balance and calm. Political debates, social issues, and even casual conversations can trigger stress and …

We know intelligence manifests in finding the value of X and Y and quoting Shakespeare. However, did you know that your struggle to wake up early may also indicate a high IQ? Everyone has their peculiar habits, the little things that make us who we are. But have you ever considered that some of those …

It’s understandable if you retreat into yourself, throw on your comfiest sweatpants, and ignore the world when life gets tough. However, some people still find a way to remain kind even while nursing their own emotional bruises. How do they manage to stay compassionate when their hearts feel heavy? Maybe it’s a mixture of grit, …

Every time the end of the year approaches, I’m reminded of how clueless we were at the end of 2019 that 2020 was going to bring the plague itself. I might have handled it better if I had been mentally ready for the sudden downturn. 2025 is coming, and, like any other year, the possibility …

The unfortunate truth of the matter is that something will rile you up at some point in your life. From your WiFi playing hide and seek, someone cutting you off in rush hour traffic, or in-laws commenting on your parenting choices (…again), there’s always something to get your blood boiling. It’s easy to feel like …

Do you get that sluggish, low-energy feeling that hits when the days get shorter, the temperatures drop, and the world outside seems to freeze in a perpetual state of “meh?” That’s winter blues for you. Suddenly, even the thought of getting out of bed seems like a major accomplishment. As the temperatures drop, so does …

Forgiveness is magical. It’s a superpower that breaks the shackles within your mind, heals your heart, and mends your relationships (sometimes). However, forgiving someone who has hurt you deeply can feel less like magic and more like an impossible feat. If you’ve ever spent sleepless nights replaying painful moments or shedding tears, wondering how to move …