Social media has its pros and cons for everyone. You’ve probably found yourself losing time to mindless scrolling more than once, or comparing yourself to an influencer or even a friend who posts perfect pictures. But, as an adult, it’s easier to look at those pros and cons and decide how much social media use […]
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Pregnancy can be an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your little one. But, there’s no denying it comes with some challenges, too. Your body will go through changes, and hormonal shifts can contribute to everything from strange cravings to feelings of fatigue. Unfortunately, pregnancy can also trigger anxiety. Whether you’re worried about
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It’s easy to think about grief and assume it only occurs when you experience the death of a loved one. But, grief is a normal response to any type of loss — including the loss of a marriage. No one gets married assuming that things aren’t going to work out. You believe you have such
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Conflict is a part of life. Everyone deals with it at some point, whether you’re arguing with a romantic partner, butting heads with a family member, or disagreeing with someone at work. Believe it or not, conflict can actually be a good thing. We’re not all meant to have the exact same ideas. But, conflict
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Relationships should always be considered partnerships. That doesn’t mean you both always have the same responsibilities and expectations. You’re likely to have different strengths and weaknesses, but the relationship itself is equal. Unfortunately, some relationships struggle with power differentials. One person might start to take over more than the other. That person might think they
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Trust is essential in a healthy relationship. Without it, you and your partner will have a very hard time communicating, showing vulnerability, or even confiding in each other. Maybe you have trust issues from a previous relationship that you’ve brought into this one. Or maybe you have a valid reason to be concerned about trusting
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Do you ever wish you could develop a deeper understanding of what other people are feeling? Do you worry you lack empathy or aren’t able to see things from another person’s perspective? Emotional intelligence is something that some people tend to develop naturally, while others need to work at it a bit more. Thankfully, there
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There’s no question that we’re living in a tumultuous political climate at the moment. This year, alone, has seen some major twists and turns in the political world, and we’re just a few short months away from a huge presidential election. It’s okay to have different political views from your friends and family. You might
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When you first enter into a relationship, you might put a lot of your focus on the chemistry you feel with your partner. It’s often the first thing that draws people together — a feeling you have around each other. You might call it a spark, or simply the way you seem to naturally feed off
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Summer is winding down, and schools across the country will be back in session before you know it. If your child is starting school this year, you might be dealing with a variety of emotions. While it can be exciting and even serve as a moment of pride to see your child go to school,
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