Have you ever been in a "you scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" relationship? I was, and the thing about it is that you often don't even realize you're in one. It's the kind of relationship that leaves you feeling empty and disconnected like you're missing out on the real ...Read More
Have you noticed that you and your partner seem to have reached a point where you're just a little too comfortable in your relationship? You've settled into a routine, and while there's still love and affection between you, there's also a noticeable lack of effort and excitement. What causes this ...Read More
It's estimated that around 15-20% of the population are HSPs, according to research by Dr. Elaine Aron, who pioneered the study of HSPs. Being an HSP isn't a disorder or a flaw—it's simply a personality trait that some people possess. You should know that being an HSP is a spectrum, ...Read More
As a man over 40, I find many things have changed for me in the last couple of years. Some are for the better, some for the worse, and some are just downright strange. Your body starts playing by a different set of rules, the effects of years of ...Read More
Great friends are there to give you a shoulder to cry on, lend an ear when you need to vent, or just offer a hug when you're feeling down. Friends make you feel like you belong somewhere. They're your tribe, your crew, your people. Being around them makes you ...Read More
Leaning on your partner too much for emotional support isn't great for several reasons. First, it can make them feel like they're under pressure all the time, which isn't fair to them or good for your relationship. It can also hold you back from growing as a person. And ...Read More