How many times have you been in a situation that you knew was terrible for you, but you stayed for far too long anyway? Being able to recognise toxic people/relationships is one thing, but having the strength (or being in a position) to walk away from it is a whole
If You Believe These 14 Things, You’re Far Too Cynical
I’ll hold my hands up and admit that I’m a pretty sceptical and cynical person. I don’t believe much of what I read (particularly if it’s not from a reputable source), and I always have a raised eyebrow when I hear more outlandish things from people. However, even I can
15 Sad Signs You’re Not ‘Bored’, You’re Lonely
It’s normal to feel like you’re just going through the motions every once in a while, but if that’s your norm, there’s a problem. You might write it off as boredom, but you could be feeling so “meh” because you’re actually lonely. Here’s how you know you’re feeling isolated and
18 Common Excuses Toxic Parents Make
Possibly the worst part about having toxic parents is their inability to own up to their behaviour. They leave you with some serious emotional and mental baggage, and they’re either totally oblivious or in denial about the damage they’ve inflicted on you. Here are some excuses they tend to make
16 Reasons Why Revenge Cheating Won’t Work Out For You
The pain of being cheated on can be overwhelming, and it’s tempting to want to “get back” at your partner. Revenge cheating seems good when you’re feeling hurt and angry. You give your partner a taste of their own medicine and then, this way, you’re “even.” Of course, things don’t
14 Ways Being Selfless Often Ends Up Hurting You
If your natural inclination is to put other people first, you’re obviously extremely selfless. That’s a good thing in many ways — it proves you have a good heart. However, it can also work against you in some pretty big ways, so beware. 1. You neglect your own needs and
How To Stop Obsessing Over What Other People Are Doing
I’m the first one to admit that I’m a bit nosy and often want to know what people are up to. However, there’s a difference between basic human curiosity and being totally obsessed with other people’s lives. If you find yourself focusing more on everyone else than your own life,
The Best Kind Of Relationship Is With Someone Who Does These 15 Things
If you’re holding out for the kind of love in ‘The Notebook’ or some other romantic comedy, I’m sorry to tell you, but it’s never going to happen. Not only are real-life relationships a whole lot messier, they’re much more nuanced, complex, and better. You need to adjust your expectations,
19 Little Things That Start to Annoy You More With Age
Ageing, they say, is a privilege denied to many, but it also comes with its fair share of frustrations. Things that once barely registered on your radar can suddenly become major annoyances as you get older. Sure, people might call you grumpy or crotchety, but who could blame you? Here
People Who Use Your Insecurities Against You Often Say These 14 Things
Everyone has things they don’t like about themselves and feel a bit insecure about — that’s part of being human. However, the people who care about you do so despite (or maybe even because!) of these flaws, and they’d never make you feel bad about them. If someone says these