We like to think of ourselves as rational creatures. We plan, we reason, we weigh pros and cons. But fall in love? Suddenly the mind doesn’t play by the same rules. Thoughts that once would have seemed unreasonable—or even laughable—start to feel completely logical. And as a relationship counselor, I’ve seen ...Read More
Aging is inevitable. We can’t stop the years from piling up, no matter how many vitamins we take or steps we track on our watches. But “growing old in spirit”? That’s optional. I’ve met people in their eighties with more curiosity and energy than some folks in their forties. ...Read More
We’ve all met that person who seems to be cheering us on, but something about their words or energy doesn’t quite match. They smile, nod, and say all the right things, yet you walk away feeling oddly deflated instead of uplifted. Jealousy is tricky because it often wears the ...Read More
Social media is a strange beast. On one hand, it connects us, entertains us, and gives us a platform to share our lives. On the other, it’s a highlight reel—a carefully curated version of reality that hides far more than it shows. And sometimes, what looks like confidence, joy, ...Read More
When you throw out a sarcastic comment, you're sure it's a laugh. If you're dropping a 'whatever', you think it's no big deal. That's the basic assumption of everyday communication. But, guess what? It gets more intricate than that. In fact, the human psyche is so fascinatingly complicated that a ...Read More
Ever heard the saying, “Class is an aura of confidence that is being sure without being cocky?” It's an age-old adage which still holds a kernel of truth in it. You see, class and elegance are often thought to be traits exclusive to the privileged or those born into ...Read More