Relationship Tips

Remember we chatted about how saying ‘sorry’ a tad too much can put a little dent in your confidence? Well, buckle up, because now we’re diving into another twisty adventure: how over-apologizing can play a quirky game of Twister with your relationships. It’s like a masquerade ball where what we say and what we mean do a little dance of confusion.

Sorry / Not Sorry – The Miscommunication Tango

Relationship Trouble
Leave a Comment / Relationship Tips, Learning / By Carol Williams
If you or your partner say any of these things, there could be trouble in paradise!
Are you sabotaging your relationship with toxic phrases? Maybe you’re throwing around words without realizing their impact. It’s time to replace these relationship wreckers with phrases that breathe life into love. Stick with me, friend, and let’s dive into the linguistic do’s and don’ts of love. 😍

Do’s and Don’ts

1. What not to say: “You Don’t Deserve Me”
Ah, the ego has landed! Phrases like “You don’t deserve me” or “You’re lucky to have me” are self-inflating balloons that’ll burst sooner or later. 🎈

What to Say Instead:

Ever found yourself daydreaming of parting ways with zero drama, minus the “evil ex” label? Listen, we’ve all either been there or heard the not-so-fabulous tales. I recently spilled the tea on my own break-up with the Jehovah’s Witness community. And guess what? Positive break-ups aren’t just unicorns and rainbows; they’re real. So let’s dive in, shall we?

Begin at The End, Baby!
Feeling like you’ve tumbled down the rabbit hole? Totally get it. When you’re leaving a person, a community, or even a doggone belief system, you can feel like your GPS is set to Nowhere Land. Trust me, I hear you asking, “Is a positive break-up even in the cards?” Yes, sugar, it is!

👉 First Step: Give yourself permission to grieve. It’s not a Hallmark movie; it’s your life and it’s okay to feel all the feels.

You know what they say: “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” If you’re scratching your head thinking, “Huh, I wonder what that makes me?”—then you’re in the right place!

You wouldn’t keep eating expired food, so why keep expired relationships? Let’s get those emotional cupboards cleaned out, shall we?

We all know that investing in ourselves is essential for personal growth and happiness. But have you ever considered the profound impact this investment can have on the relationships that shape our lives? Picture this: you, on a journey of self-improvement, radiating positivity that touches not only your own life but the lives of your loved ones and generations to come. Let’s delve into the transformative ripple effect that investing in yourself can create in the realm of relationships. When you invest in your personal growth, you’re not just upgrading yourself; you’re also enhancing your relationships. As you learn, evolve, and adapt, you bring

We’re often told to “stay positive,” but what happens when positivity turns toxic?

Enter the concept of “Toxic Positivity,” a mindset that aims to brush aside negative emotions with an all-encompassing positive outlook. While optimism has its merits, it’s crucial to recognize when this approach can unintentionally create a disconnect in our relationships.

Think about it: have you ever felt like your emotions weren’t truly acknowledged, but rather replaced with a forced smile and an “it’ll be fine” attitude? Toxic Positivity can inadvertently invalidate genuine feelings and create a misalignment in how we relate to others.