Mindfulness tools like therapy, journaling and meditating have all become popularized in recent years because, at the end of the day, we all want to be better versions of ourselves. We’re told that ...

Forgiving yourself is often easier said than done. We’re all our own worst critics, and more often than not, we hold onto our mistakes like badges of shame. But learning to forgive yourself is crucial ...

Idealism is the progenitor of shame. On the one hand, it helps us cultivate a better world; but, on the other, it forms the foundation of a myriad of emotional maladies. Perfectionists tend to ...

Let’s be honest: when it comes to forgiveness, we’re not going to pretend it doesn’t f*cking suck sometimes. Even though it’s natural and normal for other people to make us feel bad from time to time, ...

Fear of judgment, regret, and unresolved emotions keep the past alive long after the lesson has been learned. Understanding ...

Domestic abuse survivor Natalie Baird-King joins us on National Forgiveness Day to share her difficult journey to forgiveness. She tells her story in Forgiving Unforgivable: The Four Essential Secrets ...

Dear Annie: About a year ago, after talking to a nice guy who could also be a royal pain -- especially when things don’t go his way -- I decided to let him into my heart. I did this even though I am ...

Even in the most loving relationships, there will be times when you are hurt or angered by your partner’s behavior. This can range from smaller annoyances to larger betrayals: if they say the wrong ...

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