Wisdom

Discovering Wisdom in Marriage: A Personal Tale It started with a soft chuckle from across the dinner table. “You have that look again,” Jake said, pointing a fork at me mid-bite. “What look?” I asked, trying to feign innocence. We both burst into laughter, knowing exactly what that meant. Our…

Rebuilding trust in a relationship after lying can feel like you’re trying to mend a broken vase with super glue while blindfolded. Tricky? Yes. Impossible? Absolutely not! Let’s dive into how you can regain trust after lying with steps that are as heartwarming as they are practical. Step 1: Owning…

Have you ever felt a rush of anticipation and dread simultaneously when you tell someone you’re dating in your 30s or 40s? It’s as if the words hang in the air, waiting to be scrutinized, judged, dissected. There’s an unspoken question lurking behind every nod and every inquisitive gaze: “What’s…

Marriage was never on my checklist. Honestly, it felt like an archaic ritual that didn’t quite fit with my idea of a modern, independent life. But life, as it tends to do, threw a curveball that made me re-evaluate my stance. This is my story of how I discovered why…

Trust Your Gut: When Saying Yes Feels Like a Coin Toss They say trust your gut, but nobody tells you what to do when all it does is gurgle at you in indecision. This is the story of how I ended up saying yes to moving in with my boyfriend…

So, the heart has been broken but let’s talk about picking up those pieces and turning them into a friendship masterpiece. If you’re thinking, “can I really stay friends with my ex?” — let’s dive into the rules that might just make it possible. Buckle up, buttercup! 1. Set Clear…

What is a “dead bedroom” and why it matters for modern couples Picture this: years into your marriage, you find yourself lying awake, staring at the ceiling, wondering when the magic disappeared. You’re not alone. Many couples face what’s known as a “dead bedroom”—a relationship where sex no longer happens,…

A Fresh Start with Familiar Faces When life hands you a tragedy wrapped in heartbreak, you tend to become more cautious. As a single mom in my 40s, with a first grader to look after, rebuilding my life after my child’s father tragically passed away was no small feat. His…

Life throws us many curveballs, doesn’t it? And sometimes, those curveballs come in the shape of a friend’s constant demands. We’ve all been there, trapped in the exhausting cycle of trying to please someone who just won’t take ‘no’ for an answer. Let’s dive into how you can set boundaries…

There was a time when I let the opinions of others dictate my heart. It began with A, the most kind-hearted man I had ever met. He was always there for me, like a warm ray of sunshine on a dreary day. After a year of patiently waiting, I decided…