Because, who doesn’t want to be the belle of the ball? — Blending in with the crowd sucks. It’s okay to admit we all long to leave a lasting, charming impression on those we meet. Charming people tend to waltz through life, pulling off an effortless cool that draws other people in. You may assume that it’s an innate gift, but it’s…

The less time we have, the more honest we are. — Surrounding yourself with people who prioritize nobody else but themselves is draining and exhausting. Especially if you’re a giver by nature, things can quickly evolve into a toxic dynamic where you give everything to another person and take nothing in return. The thing about selfish people is that they’re usually…

They can help you find genuine people to trust and keep in your life. — Everything in your life is directly affected by the company you keep. I’m sure you’ve been lied to, betrayed, or backstabbed by someone before. In these moments you were probably wondering why you’re so unlucky when it comes to your relationships. It’s not that you’re unlucky. You just can’t read…

Sometimes short books linger with us the longest — Finishing a book in a day or two can be so satisfying. How many half-started books have you abandoned because you didn’t have the time — or mood — to keep up with a 500-pages story? If you think that lessons of growth and inspiration for change can only be…

What if you stopped trying to find a soulmate? — The allure of “The One” stretches across time and cultures. The ideal person. The perfect match. A soulmate. But the longer you hold tight to the idea of romantic destiny, the more time you’ll spend obsessively seeking a perfect fit. A nonexistent perfect fit. You see, believing there’s a person…

By identifying their traits you’ll be able to protect yourself before any harm is done. — Emotionally draining people are everywhere. Whether it’s a colleague, a neighbor, or an acquaintance, you probably run into them all the time. An unpleasant interaction with an emotionally draining person can easily ruin your day. These people suck more energy from you than they put into you. Your interactions never…

Hint: none of them belongs to the self-help genre — Books that teach life lessons can be found in every genre and literary category. Most people run to the self-help aisle when searching for a book that’ll help them grow. But sometimes, the best wisdom comes from a less obvious source: that fiction book on your nightstand; the collection of…

Learn the signs you should look for. — Have you ever felt like someone manipulated your words or emotions? Or ever been with someone who repeatedly made you question what you knew to be true? If so, I’m afraid you have been gaslighted. While the term “gaslighting” is currently everywhere, it’s difficult to spot in real life —…

Get comfortable with the uncomfortable — Toxic positivity is everywhere. You live in a society that forces you to be positive 24/7 and to ignore the dark, uncomfortable truths about life. Yet growth and discomfort go hand in hand. The dark facts of life can become a source of growth and joy because they help you…