Mar 10, 2025 | assertiveness, boundaries, comfortable, communication, core values, mental health, people pleasing, relationships
Have you ever felt uncomfortable with something someone said or did… but knew they meant absolutely nothing by it? Let’s talk about what I like to call “Sweet Old Man Syndrome.” (This happens with women, too!) Sweet Old Man Syndrome occurs when you interact with...
Sep 18, 2024 | beliefs, boundaries, comfortable, communication, core values, people pleasing, personal development, relationships
My husband and I were recently visiting family in Tennessee. We were sitting at the dinner table, and our 3-year-old granddaughter was devouring a piece of pumpkin spice cake, completely unaware that her hair was getting caught in the frosting. My husband pulled her...
Jun 17, 2024 | assertiveness, beliefs, boundaries, comfortable, communication, people pleasing
It happened again. Someone asked you to do something, and the Yes just came flying out of your mouth without even consulting your brain! Ugh… why can’t I say no? While this Yes Vomit is unpleasant, it’s certainly not uncommon. Depending on what survey you consult, the...
Jun 5, 2024 | assertiveness, boundaries, comfortable, communication, people pleasing, personal development, professional development
The other night, I was lying in bed solving the world’s problems. Alright, if I’m being honest, I was trying to visualize sheep I could count to get back to sleep. They had black faces, and they were wearing glasses and bowties. Apparently, I like my sheep...
Feb 5, 2024 | assertiveness, beliefs, boundaries, comfortable, communication, relationships
My husband and I are huge fans of Young Sheldon. It’s been a while since a TV show has made me laugh out loud, and truthfully, I love everything about it. The other day, we were watching an episode where Sheldon wanted his “Meemaw,” (Annie Potts crushes this role) to...
Nov 21, 2023 | assertiveness, boundaries, boundary setting, comfortable, communication, mental health, personal development, relationships, self care, stress
Tomorrow is the day! Family, friends, and of course… food! Thanksgiving can be a wonderful holiday to celebrate all that we have and be grateful for our amazing lives. Of course, for some, being surrounded by that many family members may make you feel like the...
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