20 Happenings: A Powerful Way to Do Year-End Reflections

20 Happenings: A Powerful Way to Do Year-End Reflections

As we approach the end of the year, it's valuable to take a moment to reflect on our achievements and the things that brought us joy. Many people don't take the time to appreciate their successes or savor their joyful moments because they're too focused on their next task or goal, or because they're caught up in their worries. But regularly feeling gratitude…

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What do single people most want in dating in 2021? A Match.com study reveals

What do single people most want in dating in 2021? A Match.com study reveals

More than 1/3 of adults in the United States are single. What impact did the pandemic have on what single people are most looking for? And specifically, what factor do you think was stated to be the most desirable in a romantic partner? Good sex? Because there was so much less physical contact and fewer sexual encounters during the pandemic?

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The Feeling of “Happy-Sad” for 2020: Trying to Let Go of the Year

The Feeling of “Happy-Sad” for 2020: Trying to Let Go of the Year

A while back I dated a man who was eager and dedicated to understanding his emotions. He had received little training in emotional intelligence when growing up. We joked that he knew four emotions: happy, sad, frustrated, and angry. When he was learning to identify and articulate his emotions…

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Your Intuition: Listening to It vs. Acting on It

Your Intuition: Listening to It vs. Acting on It

Have these thoughts ever gone through your mind or have you heard others say them? “I know I’m struggling with finances right now, but my intuition told me I should buy it.” “My intuition tells me those public health leaders are lying to us.” What is intuition?

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