If someone you care about isn’t OK, how do you approach the topic of mental health? A friend recently asked me this very question. She’s noticed that a close friend of hers has been acting differently—eating poorly, feeling down most of the time, and losing interest in activities they once enjoyed. She’s concerned that he…

Lying may seem like a quick fix to avoid conflict or protect someone’s feelings, but its long-term effects on relationships, personal integrity, and emotional well-being can be far-reaching. Whether it’s a small white lie or a more significant deception, the consequences of dishonesty often extend beyond the immediate situation, causing harm to both the liar…

You’ve probably heard someone say, “He’s so controlling,” or “She’s always pushing me to do things her way.” Maybe you’ve even found yourself thinking this about someone in your own life. If you feel like your relationship is off-balance and you’re constantly being controlled or manipulated, it’s important to understand what that looks like so…

Have you heard the old Jewish Proverb that says, “No one is as deaf as the man who will not listen.” It’s so true. If you don’t have good listening skills, you will struggle in life. Listening is such a vital relationship skill that numerous books have been dedicated to it. When people truly listen, it…

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