It was easier to make friends in school: you just struck a conversation with someone in your class, or signed up for a club or a sport, and voila—a potential kindred spirit. But once we start working, our circles narrow down considerably. We're busy, often shuttling straight from the office to our home. When we do go out, it's usually with the same people: co-workers, old … [Read more...] about How to make new friends
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Effect of suppressed anger on health
Yes, you're angry at someone, and can spend many hours thinking of what he did, why he's wrong, and all the things you wish you could say and do to get back at him. But the fact is that chronic, deep-seated anger can hurt your health. Here are some of the effects of anger on the body. Read this, and suddenly it makes sense: if you can't forgive or forget, at least let … [Read more...] about Effect of suppressed anger on health
How to productively deal with anger
Hidden anger hurts your health, and temper outbursts can damage your relationship. So if you're In the habit of suppressing what you feel and then going berserk when the stress piles up, read this article. It will help you understand your temper and then identify and control the triggers that lead to emotional outbursts. … [Read more...] about How to productively deal with anger
How to deal with stressful friendships
Friends should be warm, supportive, and fun to be with, right? Uhm…ideally. There are some 'friends' who seem to make you feel miserable and guilty, or cut you down with sarcastic or insulting comments and then laugh it off. These are very toxic relationships, and it may make us wonder why we bother even hanging out with them. While some 'frenemies' should just be ditched, … [Read more...] about How to deal with stressful friendships
How to confidently start a conversation
Conversation can be considered an art. It requires a certain skill and flourish to start conversations and maintain it interesting and genuinely engage the other party. Some people are just natural conversationalists and can start a conversation without any effort. Others, on the other hand, find it difficult to converse with other people, much less start one. But even if you … [Read more...] about How to confidently start a conversation