A few weeks ago I wrote that having anxiety is a gift even though it can feel like quite the opposite. Another one of these gifts that is often considered a burden is guilt, but guilt is a wonderful thing because it is a powerful teacher and accountability partner. Guilt teaches us when something … [Read more...]
How to Start Conversations
Most people are surprised to hear that I am naturally a shy person because I often come across as an extrovert, especially since I love public speaking. This impression is especially prevalent when I’m in a leadership position since I tend to have more courage to speak up. When I’m with peers, … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Anxiety
Anxiety is a gift... I hope writing that doesn’t tick you off. Either way, it’ll make sense by the end of this article. Fortunately, for anyone who doesn’t enjoy this gift, I have two remedies to remove almost all anxiety from your life. The first is particularly simple and easy to follow. To … [Read more...]
Partners are Not a Trashcan (Part 2): What They Actually Are
As we discussed last week, your partner is not a trashcan. We can’t shove whatever we want down their throats and expect them to say THANK YOU. Your partner is more like... a toilet. This will make sense in a minute or two... or an hour depending on how slow you read. And yes, I’m aware I need … [Read more...]
Your Partner is not a Trashcan (Part 1)
Quick Note: Yes, this article is going to be a two part-er. How exciting is that? It’s like in the show 24 when you’re left anticipating the next episode to see what happens. This is going to be just like that... minus the anxiety or the question of why does Jack Bauer always end up in such … [Read more...]
Love Isn’t Ownership
*Tip: get through the first paragraph I’ve been in a committed relationship now for over two and a half years. It’s been really good. She can be a bit temperamental, but I know how she likes to be handled. She’s been reliable and has only let me down a couple of times. In the beginning it was … [Read more...]
Thoughts on Suicide
Most of us know someone who has taken his or her own life or who has at least thought about it, which leaves it a topic that cuts close to many of our hearts. Therefore, I want to start the year by addressing an important issue that is often hidden under the rug until it trips us and causes us to … [Read more...]
Help for Making a New Year’s Resolution
This New Year I want to make a resolution that makes a difference in my life, and one I can actually maintain. The popular definition of “crazy” is doing the same thing over and over expecting a different result. This means the definition of “stupid” is doing the same thing over and over not … [Read more...]
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