When you lack self-worth, it’s as though the ground beneath you has been ripped away. You may feel insecure, unstable, and a constant sense of underlying anxiety that taints everything like poison. Lacking self-worth is like being a tree without roots. When the winds of existence come along in the form of people, relationships, and […]
Feeling Alone: 13 Ways to Stop Feeling So Lonely and Isolated
You’re surrounded by people. They’re laughing, smiling, and talking. Everyone seems to be having a great time – they all seem to feel so connected with each other. But no matter how much you want that feeling, you can’t help but feel completely alone. A sense of heaviness and hollowness may fill your chest as […]
How to Be Sensual (and Increase Your Sexual Confidence)
Whether done by yourself or with a partner, sex is one of the greatest pleasures and joys of life. Did you know that of all search terms worldwide, the topic of sex shows up not once but twice in the top ten list of most searched for Google terms? Sex has been feared, desired, spoken […]
Do You Suffer From the Fear of Rejection? (Read These 9 Inspiring Tips)
The fear of rejection is ancient and primal. Biologically, we are wired to seek acceptance from those around us. The alternative is being cut off and isolated, and from an evolutionary standpoint, that equals death. So when we talk about the fear of rejection, we aren’t just raising discussion about some new neurosis. No. The […]
12 Signs You’ve Lost Your Authenticity and Are ‘Selling Out’
Authenticity is a big buzzword these days. “Be more authentic,” “honor your authenticity,” “find your authentic self” – we hear these phrases scattered all over the internet and spoken about everywhere. But what does being authentic mean? And most importantly, how can we tell when we’re being inauthentic – also known as “selling out”? What is Authenticity? […]
What is Toxic Shame? (The Little-Known Mental Illness)
“Shame on you!” How many times did you hear those words as a child? As children, our teachers would shame us for doing something naughty in class, just as our parents and peer group would occasionally shame us – sometimes intentionally, sometimes unintentionally. The experience certainly wasn’t pleasant, but the shame was temporary and it quickly […]
