Do you know someone who always seems to make you feel like you’re the one who’s crazy? Maybe they always seem to twist the facts so that their version of reality seems like the only logical option. If this sounds familiar, then you may be experiencing gaslighting – a type of manipulation that is often …
The Truth About Struggle Love: Co-Dependent Relationships
Do you find yourself in a relationship where you feel like you are constantly giving and not getting anything back? Are you always the one who is making compromises while your partner seems to get their way without any effort? If so, then you might be involved in a struggle love relationship. Struggle love is …
The problem with always putting on a smile
In our culture, we’ve become obsessed with happiness. We’re constantly being told to cheer up, and that it’ll get better. But what if we’re not really happy? What if we’re struggling with something? That’s where toxic positivity comes in. Toxic positivity is the act of pretending to be happy when you’re really not. It’s fake …
The Importance of Healing: Why and How to Start
When something traumatic happens, our natural response is to try and push it away. We don’t want to deal with the pain, so we bury it deep down inside of us. Unfortunately, this doesn’t solve anything. In fact, it only makes things worse in the long run. The truth is that we need to heal …
Codependency and Interdependence in Relationships: What You Need to Know
Codependency and interdependence are two important concepts to understand when it comes to healthy relationships. Many people mistakenly believe that codependency is a good thing, but in reality, it can be quite dangerous. On the other hand, interdependence is often seen as a bad thing, but in reality, it is essential for healthy relationships. In …