Relationship & Self

Reviews of Recommended Personal Development and Self Help Books

Personal development and self help books review. If it’s on a list of recommended reading, the review is probably here. Last updated: 8/20/22. This post is regularly being updated as I review more books! So check back for new content often. I read a book that changed my life. Literally. You can read the review here: “The ONE Thing.” And… Read More

The Ultimate Guide on How to Deal With Negative People

You have that one person in your life. The one who thinks something is always wrong. They can put a negative spin on anything. If there were an Olympic challenge for turning positive into negative, they’d get the gold. We’ve all dealt with negative people. I’ve known a few negative people. They could twist anything. If someone did a good… Read More

How to Resolve Useless Relationship Fights

Everyone who has been in a romantic relationship has argued at some point. Whether it's loud yelling and screaming (I hope not). Silent glares and sniffs of disdain (I'm guilty of this). Or rational, adult debate over someone's intentions or actions. Arguing is going to happen. But constant fighting can cause you to question your relationship. Or love itself. There... Read More

8 Powerful Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt

Once, when I bent over once in 7th grade, my great-uncle made a “rrrriiiippppp” noise behind me. As if my behind were so massive it was going to rip out my jean skirt. I blushed bright red. I couldn't look my uncle or my grandfather (to whom he made the comment) in the face for the rest of the day.... Read More

Strive for Excellence, Not Perfection: Can this change your life?

I ran across a quote a few weeks ago that I haven’t been able to get out of my head. Strive for excellence, not perfection. This intriguing phrase was uttered by H. Jackson Brown Jr. It took me awhile, but I realized why this is bothering me. Because I’m a perfectionist. In everything. Quadrupling my blog traffic in six months... Read More

10 Steps: How to Overcome Inaction (With Free Printables!)

Inaction has been a past problem in my life. And it's still a problem when it comes to fitness. I've completely knocked it out of the ballpark in other areas of my life, though. And it happened after I stopped with the indecision and inaction. I've observed successful people and done some research. I feel qualified to explain- with confidence- how... Read More

Healthy Anger and Unhealthy Anger in Relationships

Anger in relationships is inevitable. When two people- married, dating, even friends- spend time together, it is almost inevitable that they will disagree at some point. Anger is a natural physical (yes, your physical body will be affected) and emotional human reaction. It should also be addressed- ignored anger only builds up. But how should anger be addressed? What are... Read More