Relationships Archives

The Ultimate Guide to Letting Go of Toxic People

What are the tell-tale signs of a toxic person? What should you do if you’ve become involved with someone who exhibits toxic behaviors? You’re going to encounter toxic people in your life. With some of them, you’ll even form close and intimate relationships. Sooner or later, however, their toxic traits will come up to the surface and may even negatively impact your life. Keep reading to learn about the importance of letting go of toxic people and how to recognize toxic qualities.

Effects of Growing Up With Emotionally Unavailable Parents

What are the long-term effects of emotional neglect in childhood? How does uninvolved parenting hinder the emotional development of a child? Parent-child relationships profoundly shape our lives. If you grew up with emotionally unavailable parents, you may suffer deep, lasting effects. In this article, you’ll learn how emotional neglect in childhood affects adult relationships, and what you can do to heal and put this trauma past you.

Why Humility Is Important in Leadership: Examples for Teams

Why is humility important in leadership? How do teams benefit from humble leadership? After serving for 20 years as a U.S. Navy SEAL, Jocko Willink developed a unique leadership philosophy based on humility. In Leadership Strategy and Tactics, he explains why humility is important in leadership if you want your team to follow you and succeed. Keep reading to learn why humility is important in leadership, based on examples from Willink.

Examples of How to Empower Women in a Man’s World

What are some ways to empower women? How can you build your self-esteem as a woman? If you want to make the women in your life feel better, it’s always good to start by boosting their confidence. For starters, you should remove the “male-as-default” mindset that prevents you from seeing women as equals. From there, you have to put in the work to empower women in your personal and professional lives. Whether you’re a woman or you want to empower the women in your life, check out these women empowerment examples to make a change.

Unhappy in a Relationship? How to Reclaim Your Love

Are you unhappy in a relationship? What are some common reasons people struggle to find happiness in their romantic relationships? Relationships can be tricky when personalities and communication styles clash. However, you shouldn’t rush to end a relationship at the first sign of friction. First, identify the reason you’re unhappy with your partner and then make an effort to reclaim your love before you decide to break up. Keep reading to learn about the most common reasons for being unhappy in a relationship and what you can do about it.

How to Fix a Broken Relationship: Advice From Pros

Is your relationship not working? How can you mend a relationship that lost its spark? What are some signs that your relationship is broken beyond repair? Problems are part of life and a part of being in a relationship. When your relationship is broken, the key is not to fixate on the problems but to look for effective and mutually beneficial resolution options. With this in mind, here’s how to mend a broken relationship and how to end it—if you decide that’s the right thing to do.

The Importance of Spending Time With Your Loved Ones

Do you struggle to find the time for your family? Why is it important to spend quality time with your loved ones? According to time management expert Laura Vanderkam, you should prioritize spending time with your loved ones by intentionally scheduling it in advance. Unless you schedule dedicated time to your relationships, you’ll likely prioritize more urgent activities and thus only spend your leftover time with your loved ones. Here are some tips on how you can spend more time with your loved ones.

Why You Should Stop Trying to Find Your Soulmate

Are you still trying to find your soulmate? Do you believe that everyone has a soulmate—a person they’re destined to be with? The idea that everyone has a soulmate may feel attractive and reassuring to some people. However, trying to find your soulmate isn’t the most optimal dating strategy. Here’s why the idea of a soulmate is problematic.

Setting Boundaries With Parents: The 3 Strategies

Are your parents overstepping some lines? Do you need to set boundaries with your parents? Setting boundaries with parents can be frightening, but sometimes it’s necessary for your own happiness. In Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsey Gibson advises how to reframe your relationship with your parents so that you can thrive. Let’s look at the key to setting boundaries with parents.

How to Maintain Healthy Relationships & Not Be Your Parents

What is the key to maintaining a healthy relationship? How does your childhood affect your adult relationships? In Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsey Gibson proclaims that childhood emotional neglect can have a negative effect on your relationships in adulthood. This is because victims might be attracted to people who feel familiar. Take a look at how to maintain healthy relationships to break the cycle.