After years of isolation, mask mandates have been lifted, and indoor social activities are back. Still, for many people, socializing may not be like it was prior to the pandemic and it’s completely normal to have rusty social skills. A lot of people are in the same boat, so there’s more compassion for those who are socially awkward. With the desire to reconnect amongst people being so strong, now is a great time to reenter the social world. So if you’re ready to get out there and reignite your social l[...]
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Do you ever feel like you need to put up a wall to protect yourself from getting hurt? We've all been there at one time or another. It's natural to want to protect yourself, but sometimes it can be taken too far, and some of the singles I work with tell me they have become closed off from the world. This isn't healthy for any person or a relationship. In this blog post, I'll share my insights on how you can be vulnerable without feeling needy. The first step is to understand why a person becomes closed off in[...]
I think all of us are familiar with the terms "nice" and "kind." But have you ever really thought about what exactly these two words mean? What are we really saying when we say "she is nice" or that "he is kind?" Often we use the words interchangeably when describing people. A nice man holds the door for his date, and so does a kind man; both actions indicate someone being considerate towards others. The problem is that the motivations of our door opening nice man and our kind man be very, very different.[...]
It's important to know what to look out for and be aware of the red flags that can indicate a bad relationship. When you're single and dating, you know how hard it can be to find the right partner. It seems like everyone you meet is either wrong for you, or they're just not ready for a committed relationship. But have hope! There are certain "green flags" that can help you weed out the bad apples and find someone who's worth your time and energy. In this blog post, we will talk about green flags – things[...]