Are the holidays stressing you out? I'm pleased to share this helpful guest post from writer and addiction recovery expert Trevor McDonald. We deal with stress every day of our lives. Then the holidays come. And guess what? Those everyday stresses don’t go away. They are only compounded by . . .
Why Your Savior Complex Hinders Relationships
Are you the caring, responsible one in your relationships? Maybe you're hoping for a man or woman who is stable, trustworthy, no-drama because so many of your relationships have gone up in flames despite your efforts. Maybe you are tired of being the "grown up" and just want a peaceful, lasting . . .
8 Toxic Relationships to Avoid
Are you afraid you might be in a toxic relationship? When it's good, it might be really good. But what happens when things are bad and you fear the repercussions from your unhappy partner? I'm pleased to share this truly insightful guest post from writer and recovering addict Trevor . . .
The One Thing You Should Try Doing for Self-Improvement Month
September is self-improvement month. Usually, we think of personal goals we can set for ourselves - losing weight, getting more in shape, pursuing career goals, organizing a desk or closet. But how often do you think about how to improve how you date? This month, I'd like to focus on how . . .
Let’s get real about fear and failure
In honor of Brene Brown's new book Braving the Wilderness hitting the shelves today, I want to talk about her signature subject: fear and vulnerability. For me, these two things are inextricably intertwined with Failure. Failure with a capital F. Failure is something I strive to avoid at all . . .
This summer is a call for love
Like most of us, I'm deeply horrified and saddened by the events that transpired this past weekend in Charlottesville. This kind of hate should not have a platform. And the fact that white supremacists - people who do nothing but feed hate - dubbed the awful rally as part of the "summer of hate" is . . .
