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Too often, our stressors take their toll on us and we’re flooded by waves of sadness or anxiety.  It’s normal to experience these rough patches.  We work, take care of our families and meet the demands placed on our time. What is missing from our lives is often our own voice--our connection with the creative in us.  Artist Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” When the pace of life has us feeling blue, an active cure is called for; it exists in authentic self expression. Connecting to the creative within, in order to be seen and heard, instantly lifts our spirits. Researchers at UC Berkeley found that meaningful self expression leads to greater feelings of power and control over one’s life. Too often we go through lives fulfilling all of our obligations, working ourselves to the bone, but forget to reconnect with our spirit--our essence. How often have you found yourself, a...

There's not one "right" or exact formula to be able to understand just how much someone loves you, there are definitely some habits and signals that they genuinely care about you, perhaps more than you give them credit for. Be on the lookout for these, and consider that maybe, there's more love in your life than you realize. They Aren't Inconvenienced By Your Feelings You know you've been extra complain-y lately, and maybe in a bad mood for a few days in a row at least. Yet, your significant other doesn't really see it that way, nor are they holding it against you. Sure, you had a bad night or two, but they aren't inconvenienced by your normal, natural range of emotions and experiences. They're Loyal To You It's not that they say they'll be loyal to you, but that they actually are. You could never dream of them being unfaithful or speaking ill of you behind your back — yet you don't realize what a rarity and privilege it is. They W...

Relationships can be quite tricky to mend. Regardless, if you value yourselves and hope to move forward with it here are 4 steps to take: 1. Identify the issue: The first step you should take is the one where you try to figure out what’s wrong. Also, you should keep talking about what can be done to mend the relationship. The fact that you know the problem doesn’t mean your partner knows it too. So identify the issue and present it to your partner. 2. Show commitment: If you really want to make things work, both you and your partner should be committed to the relationship’s fixing. It should not only be a one sided affair. Communicate. Talk about it. Talk about ways you can make each other feel better. 3. Show attention to each other attention: Doting over each other would remind you of the feelings you both share, and why the other person is most important to you. Spend quality time with each other, too. 4. Share Your Thoughts And Feelings: You should always sh...