When it comes to personal growth and personal transformation, there’s one thing I know for certain: I have to start living my truth.If I don’t live my truth, I’ll forever be treading water.— Steve MaraboliWhen Maraboli wrote that, I had no idea what he was talking about. After all, I’d never dedicated my life to …
Have you ever had an argument with your partner? If you’ve been in a relationship for more than a year, you’ve probably had at least one. Arguing with a partner is a normal part of a relationship, and sometimes it’s a healthy, productive part of a relationship.But sometimes it isn’t. There is no easy solution …
There’s this common thought that gardens are a place to go for peace and quiet. Some claim that a quiet and peaceful retreat is one of the best things you can do for yourself.I disagree.Quiet is a lie.Quiet is a facade.You can be quiet for a long time, but the truth is, eventually the world …
You’re at the bar with your date. The drinks are kicked. The game is on. You hear, “Hey. Nice hair. Nice lips. Oh, I love your ass.”And you’re there. You’re in the moment. You’re having a good time. And, suddenly, that thought crosses your mind.“Who the hell likes ass?”Your thoughts turn to his. You’re not …
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One of the most beautiful parts of any online dating relationship is being able to look back over the past few months and see all the growth you’ve all been a part of. It’s an amazing feeling to look back over the stories you’ve shared with other people and see all the little moments that …
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When I was in college, I was on a field trip to a local museum.We were there for the day because the director there had recently been diagnosed with cancer.All the kids in the grade had been given the same diagnosis, too. It seemed like a pretty easy day activity to take part in, but …
“You’ve got a problem with that?” my ex-husband asked me once.I knew what he was talking about. I was pregnant at the time, and he’d just told me he was getting divorced.I was shocked. I told him I didn’t have an affair. (His response was “I don’t think you’ve ever had an affair.” I didn’t …
It was a Wednesday evening over a year ago, and I was in my favorite seat in the coffee shop. I was there because my boyfriend had asked me to go on a date with him.The date was going great, and I was excited, but I sensed that there was still some work to do.He …
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“I still love you,” I said, feeling the first waves of fear subside from my body.“I love you too,” he replied, returning the sentiment.I had just walked down the aisle and was engaged in my own little ceremony. The guy I was about to marry was about to marry someone else. I was about to …
So, you’ve decided to run for office. Good for you!But the question remains — how do you get people to agree with you on things?It’s a hard question to answer because so many different variables are involved.You can cut to the chase and say that you want to build relationships with people who share your …
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