Why don’t people like me? I believe each of us has asked ourselves this question at some point in our lives. Being accepted by others is a natural human need. Even if you no longer care about social acceptance that much, you most probably did when you were a teen…
Have you ever ignored or avoided a tough question? Do you find it hard to admit to making errors? Or perhaps you are dismissive of the arguments of others and employ double standards to how you interpret things. If any of these ring a little bit true, then you are…
When someone is fishing for compliments, it means that they are intentionally saying self-deprecating things or belittling their achievements, expecting you to say something nice to them. Everyone likes to feel good about themselves, and I am sure we are all guilty of fishing for compliments from time to time.…
We are all inclined to believe we know and understand more than we know. However, as the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates was well aware, what we think we know is not really knowledge at all. We may well want to cling stubbornly to our beliefs and believe we are more…
Just as there are many forms of communication, there are different types of listening, and it's important to recognize each of them. When we talk about people who are good communicators, it's mainly that they are good listeners. The ability to actively listen to another person is one of the…
There are countless articles about the different types of toxic people, such as psychopaths, sociopaths, and narcissists. These shady characters use sophisticated manipulation techniques like gaslighting to take advantage of their victims. But what about those who make you feel bad about yourself without having the intention to? In fact,…
Having a charismatic personality means understanding the delicate balance between confidence and humility. Everyone enjoys the company of such a person. One of the best traits to have is charisma. While it might not be easy to understand by many people, for those who get it, it’s invaluable. Finding a…
Having neighbors can be great. They could be built-in friends that come with your new home and end up being your closest friends for life. They’re helpful to have around too. Neighbors will watch your house while you’re away and can be your first call in an emergency. Friendly neighbors…
