photography, psychology ,DIY, while trying to build a very small business, remodel a house and have fun in Maine!!
This morning began like something from a postcard—white flowers in hand, a peaceful stroll to the post office, a quiet coffee watching the world go …
🎭 Not the Person You Think They Are – The Mask of Manipulation
You’d think that once the relationship ends, the control ends too. You’d think the freedom would arrive with the final goodbye. But for many …
🟫 “Still trying to control me? I’m not playing anymore.”
Cruelty in a long-term relationship is a pattern of behaviors—whether physical, emotional, verbal, psychological, or financial—that cause lasting …
🧨 Definition of Cruelty in a Long-Term Relationship
We often think of abuse or dysfunction in a relationship as loud and explosive—fights, screaming, slamming doors. But there’s a quieter, colder form …
💔 The Slow Burn of Meanness in Long-Term Relationships
And That Misery Starts to Become Yours Too We’ve all been there: loving someone who always seems to carry a storm cloud over their head. At first, …
💔 When You Love Someone Who Is Miserable All the Time
A Psychological Perspective on Letting Go of Emotional Responsibility That Was Never Yours At some point in your life, you may have found yourself in…
🌿 You Are Not Responsible for Their Misery
Why Overcomplicating Health Isn’t Helping Anyone (and What to Do Instead) I really appreciate you checking out my blog! Just so you know, some of the…
Kale, Calm Down
If you’re a Gemini, do you relate to these iconic TV characters?
5 Iconic TV Characters That Give Off Such Gemini Energy
What everyone experiences is mind fog, as the brain can become dazed and confused. For those who needs to be creative, the active juices then begin …
How To Activate Your Creative Mindset By Getting In The Flow
Why Your Future Self is Cheering You On (and Probably Drinking More Water) Have you ever caught yourself imagining the life you desire? Perhaps it’s …
Becoming Your Dream Self: One Tiny Step (and Maybe a Nap) at a Time
Navigating Chaos with a Wink and a Nudge The Strength of Community and Support As we deal with the challenges of moving on, it’s crucial to keep in …
Let It Go: Life’s Not a Disney Movie
A (mostly) spoiler-free look at the best Studio Ghibli movie you’ve never heard of. You hang out with enough nerds (non-derogatory) and the …
The Amazing Studio Ghibli Movie You’ve Never Heard Of (And Why That’s Criminal)
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