Growing up in the Midwest hits differently. If you’re lucky enough to be from there or know someone who is, you’ll know they are tough, resilient, hardworking, and some of the nicest people to be around. Here are 15 reasons why growing up in the Midwest is a badge of honor and how its extremes…
There’s nothing sadder than someone who consistently goes overboard trying to impress everyone all the time — even people they don’t like or respect. They seem to care way too much about what everyone else thinks of them all the time, and it’s usually because they’re battling these insecurities deep down. 1. “Am I Enough?”…
Ironically, a high IQ and a strong sense of self-worth don’t always go hand in hand. Even the brightest minds can struggle with feelings of inadequacy and imposter syndrome. You might be whip-smart but if you recognize any of these 15 behaviors, you need to work on your confidence and self-esteem despite your intelligence. You…
Everyone is wired differently; while some people live to socialize and love to be the life of the party, others prefer intimate, low-key gatherings over large, raucous crowds. If you’re someone who feels way more relaxed and less awkward in smaller groups, it could reveal a lot about your personality and traits. Perhaps you recognize…
Childhood emotional neglect (CEN) is a seriously under-discussed form of trauma. We often imagine neglect as something obvious – a dirty house, no food in the fridge — but CEN is more insidious. Parents fail to notice, validate, or respond to a child’s feelings. This leaves deep scars that ripple into adulthood. You may not…
