When we’re going through a breakup, it feels like chaos inside us – it’s a real emotional roller-coaster. Whether you’re the dumper or the dumpee – it’s very, very tough. The sooner you start dealing with your feelings, the better, because the only way to get through hell is just to keep going and not stopping in it. Writing down your feelings can help a lot, just pouring them out onto paper. Let’s talk about journaling prompts after a breakup. ' ...
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With the fairy lights, Christmas songs and festive mood, there comes the dark side of it all for some people as well. It’s okay to feel lonely at this time and there’s no point in denying these feelings. As I often feel lonely around Christmas myself, I’d like to share some of my tips to survive this time. Let’s dive into ways how to cope with loneliness around Christmas. ...
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Most of the time, being single is awesome (and I genuinely mean that), but there are days when it brings deep sadness, and we feel like something’s missing in our lives. Humans are wired to connect with each other and find purpose in interdependence within our communities and society. Christmas can be a challenging time for singles, so let’s explore some tips on how to survive Christmas as a single lady. ...
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When we’re going through tough times, it often feels like there’s nothing that will ever bring us comfort. It seems as though all is lost, and we’ll never feel good again. It’s a very difficult situation to be in and I'm sorry you’re going through this! However, I’d like to offer some hope and some perspective with these reminders for those going through a breakup. ...
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We all want to be seen as valuable and cherished. In the world of quantity, constant opportunities, and easy fixes, we aim to embody quality, uniqueness and effort. I want to show you how you are of high value and discuss what are the high value woman traits and benefits, so that we can achieve our dream lives. ...
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We often look for a partner to finally make us happy. It doesn’t just seem like a bad idea – it truly is one. Putting so much pressure on the other person is so ingrained in society that we don’t question it anymore. However, as a person who once subscribed to this belief and saw it at work, I can affirm that it’s just a waste of our precious time. Let’s explore why self love is important in a relationship. ...
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by Melody Beattie A prominent self-help author and advocate known for her expertise in the field of codependency recovery "Codependent No More" by Melody Beattie is a seminal self-help book that explores the concept of codependency and provides practical guidance for individuals struggling with codependent relationships. Moreover, Beattie delves into the destructive patterns of codependency, where individuals excessively rely on others for their sense of self-worth and validation. Through insightful anecdotes and exercises, Beattie helps readers recognise codependent behaviours and offers strategies to break free from these toxic patterns. The book emphasises the importance of self-love, self-care, and setting boundaries in relationships. It has become a widely acclaimed resource for those seeking to cultivate healthier, more fulfilling connections with themselves and others,. As...
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We women are emotional beings, and I would argue that it is our superpower. It makes life so fun, and men can’t get enough of this mythical world of ours. But like with all superpowers, if you don’t learn to manage it and you throw it all around uncontrollably, you can do some serious damage to yourself, your surroundings and people in it. I would like to share with you what helped me personally (apart from going to therapy, of course): the best books for emotional control for women. Emotional Education in the Early Years When you were feeling sad as a child, did your parents ever ask you why that is and what emotions you were experiencing? If your answer...
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Each person we meet, every connection we form, leaves an indelible mark, teaching us lessons about love, life, resilience, and the wants of the human heart. Our past relationships, whether sweet or bitter, long-lasting or fleeting, are invaluable chapters in the story of who we are becoming. Let me share the rest of my personal lessons learned from past relationships. Check out Part 1 of the lessons to read my lessons learned from past relationships 1-5. ...
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Each person we meet, every connection we form, leaves an indelible mark, teaching us lessons about love, life, resilience, and the wants of the human heart. Our past relationships, whether sweet or bitter, long-lasting or fleeting, are invaluable chapters in the story of who we are becoming. Let me share my personal lessons I learned from my past relationships. Stay tuned for the next week’s 5 more lessons in part 2. The Single Lady Reminders List Right after my last break up, I wrote two lists: a list of non-negotiables in my future partner (including what I don’t want from the lessons I just learned) and a list of reminders for myself for when I’m in a relationship again. To not let myself get...
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