Personal Relationships

How to Deal with Negative Nancy

How to Deal with Negative Nancy
October 2, 2012 1 Comment »

We all have our “Negative Nancy” moments — moments when we become frustrated and discouraged. Still, when you have to be around a lot of negativity, it’s hard to be positive. Some people will come back with a negative response ... Read More »

Live with Your Parents After Graduation? You Aren’t the Only One.

Live with Your Parents After Graduation? You Aren’t the Only One.
September 29, 2012 1 Comment »

Yes, I’m publicly admitting it: I currently live with my parents. I moved back in while I finished graduate school, and now that I’ve just completed my degree, I’m staying with them as I build my career. I was once ... Read More »

Finally Giving Up on Friendships That Suck

Finally Giving Up on Friendships That Suck
September 26, 2012 No Comments »

Don’t lie, you have one (or a bunch) of those friends….friends you rarely call, friends who, when they call you, you avoid their call until it’s so rude not to return their call that you finally acquiesce to having coffee ... Read More »

The New Breakup Rules

The New Breakup Rules
September 22, 2012 No Comments »

I went through a breakup a few months ago and, as usual, turned on an episode of Sex and the City. I was reminded of Carrie’s “Breakup Rules” after she ended things with Mr. Big: 1. Destroy all pictures where ... Read More »

Friends and Money

Friends and Money
September 15, 2012 No Comments »

Teen Vogue recently tackled the subject of ” Friends And Money: Does Class Affect Who You Hang Out With?” for girls ages 16-21. They talked to girls who strive daily to keep up with their “richer” friends. They also talked ... Read More »

Ideas for a Better Girls’ Night Out

Ideas for a Better Girls’ Night Out
September 15, 2012 1 Comment »

A little time with the girls can recharge you after a long week. You get to let go, relax, and share what’s going on in your life with the people who know you best. But just like any relationship, your ... Read More »

Ban Political Talk on Dates

Ban Political Talk on Dates
September 14, 2012 No Comments »

If you’re single and currently in the dating scene and even relatively involved in what’s going on in the world, chances are you’re encountering some uncomfortable political questions in your dating schedule these days. Usually these questions come in three ... Read More »

5 Signs You Shouldn’t Get Married

5 Signs You Shouldn’t Get Married
September 11, 2012 2 Comments »

We talked last week about whether or not marriage can hurt your career in “I Do or Not to I Do – Is That the Question for Your Career?” And interestingly enough, shortly after publishing that article, The Huffington Post ... Read More »

Using the 5 Love Languages in Your Life

Using the 5 Love Languages in Your Life
September 10, 2012 1 Comment »

We’ve talked about the importance of increasing your positive interactions within your relationship  so I bet you’d like to know some ways to do that.  One of the ways I like to do this with couples is to help them ... Read More »

The Busy Girl’s Guide to Having Houseguests

The Busy Girl’s Guide to Having Houseguests
September 4, 2012 No Comments »

Last week, I had lunch with a friend who was dealing with house guests and admitted to me that she was definitely ready for them to go home. We’ve all been there – you spend months getting excited for a ... Read More »