What do you see when you look in the mirror? For many of us, it’s all too easy to focus on the flaws, the imperfections, and the “not good enough” parts of ourselves. But what if you’re missing the beauty that others see in you? The truth is, we are often blind to our own... Continue Reading →
Home Is Where the Heart Finds Warmth
The Unexpected Gifts of Family For the past nine years, I’ve called a new country home. Taiwan, with its warmth and charm, has been my sanctuary. Winters here aren’t cloaked in snow; sometimes, you’ll even catch me wearing short sleeves during Christmas. Yet, as much as I adore this place, the holiday season often brings... Continue Reading →
Friendship: The Love That Lasts a Lifetime
I recently attended the wedding of my dear friend, Emma, someone I’ve been lucky enough to call a best friend since high school. Watching her walk down the aisle was a moment of pure joy—not just because she looked radiant, but because I knew just how much she’d been through to get to that day.... Continue Reading →
From Kids To Grown-Ups: Forgiving Our Parents
It was a quiet afternoon, and I was sitting alone in a cozy coffee shop, the kind with warm lighting and soft chatter in the background. As I sipped my coffee, a song began to play—Older by Sasha Alex Sloan. At first, it was just a melody in the air, but then the lyrics hit... Continue Reading →
Love Yourself First: Attracting The Right Energy
"You must love yourself deeply so that others will love you in the same way." This profound idea reminds us that the relationship we have with ourselves sets the foundation for every other relationship in our lives. When you genuinely appreciate and value yourself, you unconsciously teach others to do the same. When we embrace... Continue Reading →
From Anxious to Secure: A Guide to Better Love
Introduction: Understanding the Science of Love Relationships are at the core of human life, yet they can often feel like a puzzle. Why do some connections thrive while others unravel? "Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find—and Keep—Love" by Amir Levine and Rachel Heller offers a profound lens... Continue Reading →
Just the Way You Are: A Self-Worth Journey
Learning to Love Ourselves, “Just the Way We Are” Bruno Mars’s "Just the Way You Are" is a song about identityan and anthem of self-acceptance and love. While Mars’s lyrics express admiration for someone else, they also highlight a powerful message about self-worth: that each of us is inherently valuable and deserving of love, exactly... Continue Reading →
Does MBTI Really Affect Relationship Compatibility?
Can MBTI Truly Determine Relationship Compatibility? The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) has been widely used for decades, not only as a career and self-discovery tool but also to explore compatibility in romantic relationships. It’s common to wonder if our personality types can predict relationship success. Are we more compatible with certain types, or is this... Continue Reading →
The Power of Apologizing: A Strength, Not a Weakness
Embracing the Courage to Admit When You’re Wrong Apologizing and admitting fault are not signs of weakness but profound acts of courage and self-growth. In today’s world, where personal pride and ego often take precedence, the ability to recognize our mistakes and sincerely apologize sets us apart. The willingness to take responsibility for our actions... Continue Reading →