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Could you spot the warning signs of suicide? When a loved one dies by suicide, thoughts of “If only I’d known” or “Could I have done something?” will plague family and friends. For parents Mark and Summer Bushman from Roanoke, hindsight is a grievous weight they bear every day. On…
Did you know that some things you say make people instantly dislike you? You’d be surprised by how annoying and disrespectful these statements can be. I’ve found, in my lifetime, that people instantly dislike you when you say certain things. These could be cringey quotes, narcissistic statements about themselves, and…
You may think it’s easy to notice when someone doesn’t respect you. However, there are subtle cues that may go unnoticed from time to time. So, pay attention. Have you ever wondered if someone doesn’t respect you due to how they treat you? I know I have often wondered this.…
When having a friendly conversation, the last thing we want to do is push people away. And sometimes it’s not intentional. However, it can have the same effect. Do you push people away during conversations? If so, it's important to understand exactly what you’re saying that causes others to stop…
Living with an invisible illness can feel like being caught between two worlds. On the outside, you may appear fine, capable, and unchanged, but inside, your body is battling constant fatigue, pain, or other debilitating symptoms. The most frustrating part for many is that the mind often remains sharp and…
Can you ever be too close to your mother? Thinking back to when you were a child, did your mother rely on you for emotional support? Were you her favorite? Did she call you her best friend? Were you expected to take care of her? Families with a healthy dynamic…
Sometimes a joke is just a joke, but often bullies will add, “I was just joking”. It’s quite an effective get-out clause. It implies you’re too sensitive and invalidates the hurt behind the message. If you know someone who repeatedly uses this phrase and you’re wondering if you can’t take…
Did you know that certain behaviors make people lose respect for you? It’s true. And sometimes we assume these actions are just normal. People lose respect for you more easily than you realize. While living your life and doing what makes you happy, sometimes you do small things that can…