Category: Advice

• Advice

  Your Guide to Dealing with Mean Girls: A Guide to Grace, Boundaries, and Self-Worth

  We’ve all encountered a “mean girl” at some point in our lives, whether it was back in high school, at work, or even online. Mean girls can take many forms — they might gossip behind your back, exclude you from a group, or make cutting remarks that leave you feeling…

  April 18, 2025
• Advice

  Stop Weaponizing Therapy Speak: How Misusing Mental Health Terms Is Hurting Real Conversations

  Can We Talk About Therapy Speak? Because Some of Y’all Are Weaponizing It. Nothing—and I mean nothing—grinds my gears more these days than people misusing therapy language like it’s a new social currency. You’ve probably seen it too. One minute someone’s on TikTok diagnosing some rando with narcissistic personality disorder, and…

  April 15, 2025
• Relationships

  Dating Someone Who Grew Up in Survival Mode: What It Really Means for Your Relationship

  I once dated someone I really liked, but everything became a trigger. Misunderstandings turned into my fault, and they even blamed me for not having the same upbringing they did. I was offering love, but it kept landing wrong. A therapist eventually explained that when someone isn’t raised in love,…

  April 14, 2025
• Relationships

  Is Your Partner Quiet Quitting the Relationship? Here’s How to Tell Before It’s Too Late

  We’ve all heard about quiet quitting at work—where employees do the bare minimum, emotionally check out, and bide their time before moving on. But what happens when someone starts quiet quitting… you? Spoiler alert: it hurts. I’ve been there. With someone I thought I was building something with—until the subtle signs became a…

  April 13, 2025
• Advice Relationships

  Stop Dating People Who Aren’t Working On Themselves

  Why dating deeply insecure people can be emotionally draining and damaging. Learn how to spot red flags, protect your peace, and prioritize your mental health with candid, relatable advice on self-worth and relationships

  April 10, 2025
• Relationships

  How to Recognize Emotional Manipulation in Relationships: A Guide for All Who Know Their Worth

  

  Recognizing emotional manipulation in relationships is crucial for protecting your mental health and well-being. If you’ve ever felt confused, drained, or constantly questioning yourself in a relationship, it might be time to evaluate whether you’re experiencing emotional abuse or manipulation. This post outlines the key signs of emotional manipulation, from…

  April 6, 2025