Toxic and positive don’t sound like they should be mentioned together, but toxic positivity is a thing. You have probably read a book or article recently that encouraged you to “Stay positive” or “Look on the bright side,” even when the “bright side” looks like a weird shade of gray to you lately. It’s the …

On the drive home from a Thanksgiving celebration, my 9-year-old daughter said, “I’m surprised you were grateful for this car, even though it’s not working very well.” We had had a few days of funny noises that were yet to be fixed. This sparked a great conversation about how we can always be grateful, even …

The word “cult” has a way of sending a chill down your spine, doesn’t it? We’ve all heard the strange stories, seen the creepy documentaries, and watched the unsettling movies. But the reality of cults is often even more disturbing than fiction. These groups don’t just lure people in with strange beliefs, they break down …

I recall being on a coffee date with someone who had hurt me and, during our chat, wondering, “Why am I still spending time with this person?” They weren’t a terrible person—well, not all the time—but our relationship had turned into a vicious cycle, and I found myself constantly apologizing, even when they were in …

Some people break up with you via text, others take you for a last dinner, but some leave you slowly, like a train pulling out of the station. Sometimes, love can drift away without the fireworks or dramatic confrontations. But how can you tell when love is sneaking out the back door? The signs may …

Sometimes it feels like the only thing worse than living with a narcissist is having surgery without anesthesia. It’s a high-stakes game, where the stakes are your sanity. Thankfully, many people today are informed enough to see through narcissistic behavior. However, when narcissists sense you’ve started to see through their carefully crafted facade, they often …

Parenting is a funny journey: one minute, you’re reminding them to brush their teeth, and the next, they’re naming your grandbabies and moving to Wyoming without a peep to you. It’s a beautiful transition that can surprise you, especially when you notice they’re all grown up and need their own space. Worrying doesn’t disappear once …

When it comes to love, actions typically speak louder than words. If your wife isn’t responding to your constant “I love you” reminders, consider switching your strategy by taking on a chore she absolutely despises. While it may seem minor, these small actions accumulate into something truly meaningful. Such gestures silently convey the sentiment “I …

It’s hard to overlook someone who’s difficult to get along with—they argue about everything, refuse to listen, and won’t accept differing opinions. Does this sound like you? Have you ever found yourself dominating a conversation while others look on blankly? Recognizing that you might be a bit difficult to get along with isn’t a cause …

Do you remember a situation that had you hyperventilating and gritting your teeth? Or overwhelmed, confused, or even anxious. I remember. Someone bullied my child and humiliated them during a school dance. She was hurt and crying, and I was infuriated. I gave the offender my piece of mind, and soon, we had two crying …