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People often think it’s easier to hold onto a grudge than to forgive someone. After all, you can choose not to talk to that person. You can choose to block them out of your life completely.
But, that doesn’t make the hurt or anger go away. Regrettably, holding onto a grudge or obsessing on the way someone hurt you often does more harm than good.
...continue reading "Forgiving Others: Why it Matters & How to Begin"
As much as we might love a friend or a partner, if we have a different style of expressing it than our partner, a lot can be lost in translation. As Gary Chapman explores in his book "The 5 Love Languages" (which I summarized here), there are five different ways we express love, and prefer to receive affection in return. Today I will be discussing Words of Affirmation.
When our styles are different, we might be left feeling unloved or uncared for. To avoid this happening, it’s important to understand how each person communicates love and which style they thrive on in return.
...continue reading "Love Language: Words of Affirmation"
As much as we might love a friend or a partner, if we have a different style of expressing it than our partner, a lot can be lost in translation. As Gary Chapman explores in his book "The 5 Love Languages" (which I summarized here), there are five different ways we express love, and prefer to receive affection in return. Today I will be discussing Quality Time Together.
When our styles are different, we might be left feeling unloved or uncared for. To avoid this happening, it’s important to understand how each person communicates love and which style they thrive on in return.
...continue reading "Love Language: Quality Time Together"
As much as we might love a friend or a partner, if we have a different style of expressing it than our partner, a lot can be lost in translation. As Gary Chapman explores in his book "The 5 Love Languages" (which I summarized here), there are five different ways we express love, and prefer to receive affection in return. Today I will be discussing Gift Giving.
When our styles are different, we might be left feeling unloved or uncared for. To avoid this happening, it’s important to understand how each person communicates love and which style they thrive on in return.
...continue reading "Love Language of Gift-Giving"
As much as we might love a friend or a partner, if we have a different style of expressing it than our partner, a lot can be lost in translation. As Gary Chapman explores in his book "The 5 Love Languages" (which I summarized here), there are five different ways we express love, and prefer to receive affection in return. Today I will be discussing Acts of Service.
When our styles are different, we might be left feeling unloved or uncared for. To avoid this happening, it’s important to understand how each person communicates love and which style they thrive on in return.
...continue reading "Love Language: Acts of Service"
You may have heard of the popular book "The 5 Love Languages" by Gary Chapman. It is one of my favorite go-to books about improving and enriching all relationships - not just with a spouse, but with our friends, children, parents, coworkers, etc.
...continue reading "5 Love Languages – Overview"
Staying connected with one another in a relationship is crucial, yet it doesn't necessarily require big gestures or elaborate situations.
In fact, some of the smallest things can leave the biggest impact on your relationship. Gestures you can put into practice each and every day can build connections while letting your partner know you care.
...continue reading "Making Your Romance Last – Daily Acts of Connection"
Grief, no matter its cause, is painful in so many ways. Everyone perceives losses differently, but if you are grieving, it is essential to make room for it in your life.
...continue reading "5 Practical Tips When Grieving a Loss"