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You know those people who are total pains-in-the-hindquarters? Do you wish you could literally zap them out of existence, a la Red Skull in "Captain America?” The only trouble is, if you did that, half the world’s population might vanish! Bad jokes aside, it's an unfortunate fact that rude people are absolutely everywhere. Whether it's the guy in the next cubicle who brings smelly lunches to work, or the girl next door who blasts loud music 'til the wee hours of the morning, these people can wear you down in no time. Fortunately, you don't have to put up with…
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Our anxiety, if left unchecked, can push people away. Here are some things to watch out for in a work relationship, friendship, and a romantic relationship. Work Relationship: When we feel that we are not getting recognition, a promotion, or more money, our anxiety can prod us to behave in a way we will later regret. We may blurt out an inappropriate comment because we are trying to cover how we really feel. Helpful: When you are feeling anxious, take a moment to look at what's really going on. For example, are you angry? Knowing the whole story will give…
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Yes, it's natural to want to strike back, especially when someone is rude, mean, or cruel. But if we do, we usually end up feeling even more frustrated. So, here are some things to do before you react in a way you'll regret. 1. See the truth. They are talking about how they feel about themselves, not you--even if it has your name on it. 2. Don't stoop to their level. Remain dignified. Just continue doing what you were doing--don't get distracted. 3. Channel your anger (at them), into something productive like exercise. If the person said something disparaging, prove…
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Getting close to someone can be very scary. It’s also wonderful, but fears may arise like: does the person care as much for me as I care for them? Will this be a lasting relationship? As a result, when we courageously tell someone we care, we may subtly do things to push them away. Here are some ways to help us not do that. Observe your reaction when they tell you they care Is it unnerving when someone reveals strong feelings for you? If it is, know that you don’t have to say anything, and remain silent, even if it…
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Most of us have had past relationships which seem to hang on, and on, and on…and on. Although we’ve broken up, and said goodbye, there are still their ghosts in our closets. Whether we’ve broken up with them, or they’ve broken up with us, there’s something still incomplete. How do we finish it up so they stop haunting us? Get clear When they contact you, whether it’s in person, on the phone, via text, or on social media, don’t encourage them. In fact, if you’re angry and you don’t want it to persist, either ignore them or state what’s true…
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