When you hear “toxic relationship,” your mind probably jumps straight to romantic drama. But the truth is, toxicity can slip into any relationship—whether it’s with friends, family, coworkers, or even acquaintances. It’s not about love or affection; it’s about power plays, manipulation, and behavior that leaves you feeling drained, worthless, or on constant alert. It […]

I recently read a social media post where many people said they wouldn’t be celebrating the holidays with certain family members because of how they voted in the last election. Honestly, that might not be such a bad idea when you think about it. Can you imagine the dinner conversations? The tension would be so […]

You always hear talk show therapists saying, “Set boundaries!” As I’ve gotten older, I’ve slowly but steadily shifted away from my old persona. I used to be the sweet, polite, diplomatic people-pleaser because that’s what I was taught to be and what I thought was the “right” thing to do. Now, while I’m still polite […]

Not you, which is why you clicked on this blog. What is this “self-awareness“ I speak of? In simple terms, self-awareness is the ability to see yourself clearly and objectively. It’s like holding up a mirror to your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and saying, “Oh, so that’s why I do that!” It’s about understanding your […]

Let’s face it—life is a rollercoaster. With all its ups and downs, taking care of your mental health is more important than ever. But here’s the thing: improving your mental well-being doesn’t have to involve major lifestyle overhauls. Sometimes, it’s the small, daily habits that can make the biggest difference. So, let’s dive into 10 […]

The beginning of 2020 felt just like a Hollywood blockbuster. All those movies we’ve watched about a virus spreading across the world, and experts scrambling to find a cure, became our reality. But there is a silver lining, if you’re willing to look for it. Life’s adversities also offer the opportunity to learn a tough […]

To say that Jimi Hendrix has thoroughly earned the honor of being considered one of the greatest guitar players and songwriters of all time is irrefutable. Chances are, however, that even after 50+ years of airplay, Jimi would have modestly dismissed his rock legend status. “I don’t really live on compliments,” he said during an […]

Sitcoms are not the ideal source of fatherly examples, but if you search for a list of the best TV dads, you’ll see a bunch of often goofy fathers who seem to screw up just as much as their kids. What you’ll also see, however, is that these dads (well, some of them at least) […]

As a child (and to this day), I’d rank my “girly-ness” at a 5. I played with Barbie, had a tea set, and read a lot of girl-oriented book series. I will also confess that I still thoroughly enjoy getting my nails done and can rock a pair of stilettos. But that’s as far as […]

Beauty may be subjective, but love is universal. The thrill of the chase, love at first sight, and tearful break-ups are not limited to cheesy plots in Rom-Coms or romance novels with rugged pirates on the cover. All over the globe, there are people who have found love, are looking for “the one,” or picking […]

Let’s continue our discussion (from here and here) on how depression, can change the content and trajectory of your thoughts. Here are some of the lies that your depression might be telling you: “The world is a cruel place.” I will not sugarcoat the truth: The fact is that some people can be inexplicably and […]

In last week’s blog, I began a discussion on how depression can twist your thoughts around. I know the emotional, psychological, and physical struggle that depression can be. Finding your way through depression is like trying to find the light switch in a dark room; trying to sort through the “depression” thoughts and the “real” […]