28 Hidden Costs of People-Pleasing and Why ‘Being Nice’ Can Ruin Your Life
I used to think being nice was my superpower. The helper. The peacemaker. The one who always said “yes.” People liked me. I was dependable. …
Amy Nicholson
15 Incredible Traits of a Powerful People and 15 That Instantly Earn Respect
Real power isn’t about bossing people around or owning a corner office with fancy blinds. And respect? You don’t demand it—you earn it, usually when …
30 Reasons I’m Finally Adding My Husband to the Deed After 17 Years
Seventeen years. That’s how long I’ve kept my husband’s name off the deed to our house. Not because I didn’t love him (I do), not because I …
33 Marriage Quotes to Inspire a Lifetime of Love
Marriage: a beautiful, messy, laughter-filled rollercoaster ride that somehow always requires both snacks and patience. Whether you’re newly in love, years into “happily ever after,” …
Long-Distance (for Now) with My Partner, and Wow, Have We Learned a Lot About Trust and Communication
I used to think long-distance relationships were reserved for college sweethearts separated by study abroad programs, military couples, and people who met on vacation and …
You Can’t Dismiss Me and Still Expect a Place in My Kids’ Lives, Family or Not
Let’s get one thing straight: I’m not running a community daycare where people can pop in, play with my kids for five minutes, and then …
30 Reasons Why Many Women Travel Without Their Husbands
Ladies, let’s be real—sometimes, you just need a vacation that’s actually a vacation. No endless debates over dinner spots, no explaining why three pairs of …
30 Things Boomers Wish Their Adult Kids Really Got About Aging
Aging isn’t just about more wrinkles and earlier bedtimes (though, let’s be honest, 9 PM is starting to feel late). It’s a whole new chapter …
33 Reasons Feminist Parenting Alone Won’t Fix Our ‘Boys-Will-Be-Boys’ Culture
You’re raising your son to be kind, respectful, and an all-around decent human being. You talk about consent, model emotional intelligence, and make sure he …
31 Incredible Ways Husbands Can Show Their Love Without Saying a Word
They say actions speak louder than words—and when it comes to love, that couldn’t be more true. Sure, hearing “I love you” is nice, but …