There was a day, when a friend jeopardized our friendship by creating distance through unanswered calls, little to no texts, and not even the regular holiday or birthday messages. It's unfortunate when friendships fade, but what happens when that person tries to re-enter your life? Do you let them? In my opinion, it depends on the ...
Friends who show up
Friendship has a lot of definitions, and can go from people who speak a couple times a year but that bond is strong, to those who speak almost everyday and know everything about one another, to those who barely speak but hang out casually when they can. Whatever the type, friendships are important and impact ...
Blossom or Whither
She ran down the path towards the river, feeling free. She had escaped the toxicity of a relationship that was holding her back. A friendship that made her feel like she had to try too hard just to even breathe in the same room. A friend who made her struggle to get ready to get ...
Choose Happiness
Think back...do you remember days when it was hard to focus on your priorities. Whether it was due to a breakup, a bad day at work, a disconnection from a loved one, or a loss of confidence in your ability. It sucks, right? How can we move forward without feeling stuck. Paralyzed. Consumed by the crap ...
the power of a hug
Have you ever been having a rough day, or a moment where you didn't quite feel yourself? You're used to doing it all yourself, and getting through the madness despite the impact on your head and emotions. But then you see a friend, who comes over and just gives you a huge bear hug. A ...
How to let go of the bullshit
Have you ever wondered what it takes to have stress of the bullshit, and more of the "good shit"? The people who put you down, the frustrations of a morning commute, having to actually be an adult and vacuum and clean your apartment, finding time for yourself, and actually getting some sleep? For me it's the ...
One-sided Friendships
Over the years, especially as many people move away, get engaged, have kids, or get busy in their own lives...things change. Friendships change. Some people will put in the effort to be there despite the changes, and others will falter. Which one are you? Some friendships just grow apart, and that's ok. Not all relationships are meant ...
Learn when to stand up for yourself
Written by contributing blogger, Sonia Sahota. We’ve all had moments where we let others treat us like a doormat. Many of us do not realize this when it’s happening. You rush over to your friend that needs help preparing for a law school exam the next day while you were in the middle of finishing an ...
Don’t forget your girlfriends…
It happens to the best of us. We get wrapped up in our daily madness, our relationships, and realize that we're letting time fly by. Before our relationships, before our houses, and our kids, there was that group of friends you called your best friends. Your girlfriends. Your soulmates. They came over on Friday nights ...
What I Know to Be True… Right Now
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. I have learned a lot of harsh lessons recently. I'm not sure whether these lessons are meant to harden me or transition me into a new phase of life. But these lessons are what I know to be true right now. People Are Here Today, Gone Tomorrow: Not everyone who is ...