I Bring Joy to Those Around Me
The comfort of those around me is an important priority for me. I enjoy doing things that help people to have enjoyable lives. Self-sacrifice makes…
Category: Friendship & Dealing With Others
I Balance Social Media With Personal Interactions
Interacting with family and friends is an important part of each day. Social media helps me to stay connected with those far away, but I…
I Avoid Making a Big Deal of Petty Matters
Each day is filled with experiences that both enlighten and challenge me. I make little room for issues that barely add value to my life. …
A Peaceful Heart Makes Room for Successful Negotiation
I spend time each day re-centering my heart, mind and soul through meditation. This activity allows my entire being to be at peace. Peaceful existence…
Clear the Air: 8 Tips for Difficult Conversations
Difficult conversations are, well, difficult. We don’t like to have them with others. We don’t like others to have them with us. Consequently, we aren’t…
I Welcome New Friends Into My Circle
I enjoy the addition of new friends to my circle. They bring different viewpoints and ideas to my network. I understand that my circle needs…
Read This Before You Go to Your High School Reunion
It’s natural to have conflicting emotions about your high school reunion. You probably remember striving to be popular, falling in love for the first time,…
9 Strategies to Avoid Misunderstandings
When you deal with others, you’re going to have misunderstandings. Relationships can be strained by miscommunication and misunderstandings. The best way to deal with misunderstandings…
I Let Go of Judgments
My mind is free of judgments. I forgive others who may have disappointed me. I pardon myself as well. I believe that each of us…
7 Tips for Being Honest Without Negativity
Being honest and being kind can be tough to do simultaneously. There are times that it’s easy to be honest, while other times can require…
Say Goodbye To Complaining
We complain because we hope it will lighten our burdens, but it usually makes them feel heavier. We start exaggerating our troubles, and our gloom…
A Foolproof Formula for Dealing with Nosy Friends and Strangers
It’s amazing how quickly a conversation can become awkward. You sit down for a holiday dinner with your relatives, and they start asking when you’re…