All relationships are romantic...even the ones that are platonic in nature. We often forget that our friendships need love too, and have to be nurtured and cared for in the same way our spouses or life partners do.
Today, the armchair psychologist is dealing with some major friendship issues. Is a friend breakup afoot?
People closest to me know that I've led somewhat of a nomadic life. After graduating from undergrad, I took a role that required me to move every nine months for a three year period. Since then, I've lived in over seven states, moving mostly for work but occasionally for personal reasons. In my last move, it took me less than 24 hours to make my apartment look like I have always lived there. I have nesting down to a science. For me, moving is always a fun adventure—I enjoy being in new spaces. O
Your best friend just got back from her honeymoon and you can't wait to hear all about it, but she still hasn't replied to your text. Now weeks have gone by, and all you've gotten was a quick response. You think to yourself: "Did I drink too much at the wedding?" "Was my present lame?" "Did I say something wrong?" No, chances are nothing you have done or are doing right now is wrong. You've just entered a different phase in your relationship: the spare tire.
Today, the armchair psychologist is dealing with some frenemy issues and another who's dealing with a difficult mother.
Life can be messy, and you might be wondering if you should involve your friends with your mental health ups-and-downs. You might be afraid because your friends are undereducated and misinformed about people living with mental health issues. They might be in the dark.
Are the people in your life helping or hurting you? Unfortunately the people you surround yourself with can hold you back from achieving your goals and growing into the best version of yourself.This was the case for me. I have long been a people pleaser, groomed from my childhood and school days to be the quiet, sweet girl who goes along with everything. When I started talking about going after my goal of becoming an entrepreneur I got a lot of unsolicited feedback. It really started to bug me b
Today, the armchair psychologist is tackling someone who is concerned for their friend's state of mind.
Today, the armchair psychologist is tackling some long-standing regrets.
Today, the armchair psychologist is revisiting a previous column in which she helped a woman overcome some workplace anxiety. Guess what? The woman took some initiative and let the Armchair Psychologist know what helped! Find out the before and after right here.
We often talked about going into business together but never really had the 'lightbulb' idea that suited both our skills...
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