Here are 3 signs to know if you’re smitten with a figment of imagination. Source: Fictophilia: Are You in Love With a Fictional Character?
Fictophilia: Are You in Love With a Fictional Character?
Should Parents Go Along With the Santa Myth?
Research sheds light on whether this is a breach of trust or harmless fun. Source: Should Parents Go Along With the Santa Myth?
Taking a chance on forming connections can change your life
“Rita Moreno was lonely. At first, though, the Oscar-winning actress best known for “West Side Story” found the situation quite confusing. “My daughter noticed and she said, ‘What’s wrong?’ I said I didn’t know. I didn’t know what was wrong,” the famed performer, who turns 92 on Dec. 11, told People Magazine. “I really didn’t understand what was happening.”
“I remember thinking, ‘I can’t go on like this.’ I’m in the most beautiful apartment in the world as far as I’m concerned, and this is happening. Why is this happening?” Ms. Moreno said
“I was really lonely.” Source: Adriana E. Ramírez: Taking a chance on forming connections can change your life
‘Tis the season
Find more in this post from days gone by…
Self-Compassion in Relationships
Caring for others comes with relationships, and so does caring for oneself. Source: Self-Compassion in Relationships
7 Things I’ve Learned This Year
Personal Perspective: Giving and creating joy will make 2024 better than 2023. What have you learned? Comment below! Source: 7 Things I’ve Learned This Year
Overcoming Loneliness: Some Social Solutions
Research explores the causes and cures of loneliness and social isolation. Source: Overcoming Loneliness: Some Social Solutions
The Myth of Common Sense
“A lot of what we call ‘common sense’ is not reasoning at all, but the conclusion that we believe the majority of people would come to in any given situation. Of course, what that means varies from person to person given culture, social norms, expectations, personal values, and so on.”
My ex-wife used to use the phrase ‘common sense’ to normalize her own baises and shame me because I didn’t recognize her preconceived notions as ‘common sense’. For that and other reasons, I find this article worth reading and understanding.
3 Rules for Managing Expectations in a Relationship
Me? I try not to have them. Unhealthy expectations are the fodder for future resentments. If you are going to have them, here’s how to successfully discuss each partner’s expectations. Source: 3 Rules for Managing Expectations in a Relationship
How Lonely People Can Make Their Life Meaningful
Research shows nostalgia can restore life meaning for lonely individuals. Source: How Lonely People Can Make Their Life Meaningful
Defusing Armageddon: Why Are So Many Americans Angry?
Many commentators say that anger in America is at an all-time high. Source: Defusing Armageddon: Why Are So Many Americans Angry?
Why Being a Little Kinder Is Good for Everybody
Four tips for enacting kindness in an age of upset and grievance. Source: Why Being a Little Kinder Is Good for Everybody
Bruce Lee’s Never Before Revealed Letters to Himself About Authenticity, Personal Development, and the Measure of Success
“This is the entire essence of life: Who are you? What are you?” So wrote young Leo Tolstoy in his diary of moral development. Bruce Lee (November 27, 1940–July 20, 1973) was around Tolstoy’s age when he turned to this central question of existence more than a century later and approached it with the same subtleness of insight and sincerity of spirit with which he approached all of life. Source: Bruce Lee’s Never Before Revealed Letters to Himself About Authenticity, Personal Development, and the Measure of Success
Season’s Grievings
‘Tis the season to be jolly, but for some it can be particularly painful. Source: Season’s Grievings
Navigating Toxic Relationships During the Holidays
The holiday season means more potential interactions with toxic people. Source: Navigating Toxic Relationships During the Holidays
How Your Worst Days Can Shape Your Best Self
“It is often those moments you feel least connected that you are actually making your greatest progress. The chaos around you is an invitation to pause, reflect, and grow. You are more than equipped to deal with this. If you weren’t, you wouldn’t be here.” ~Benjamin P Hardy
Source: How Your Worst Days Can Shape Your Best Self – Tiny Buddha
Navigating Anxiety in Relationships
The challenges of anxiety for our closest connections. Source: Navigating Anxiety in Relationships
My Love/Hate Relationship With Christmas Music
Christmas music can sometimes feel imposed on us. Source: My Love/Hate Relationship With Christmas Music
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