Let Go of FOMO
Someone else is traveling, celebrating, succeeding, falling in love, or living what appears to be a more exciting life. Meanwhile, you may feel as though you are standing still.
This is the fear of missing out—or FOMO.
FOMO convinces you that something better is always happening somewhere else. It makes ordinary life feel inadequate and turns other people’s carefully selected moments into evidence that you are falling behind.
Finding New Purpose Later in Life
It can be frightening to reach a certain age and realize that the life you built no longer feels meaningful. A career may end, children may leave home, a relationship may change, or a dream may not develop as expected.
These transitions can make you feel as though your most important years are behind you. However, losing an old sense of purpose does not mean your life no longer has purpose. It may mean that you are ready to discover something new.
Why Conflict Is Necessary for a Healthy Relationship
Conflict can feel like a warning that something is wrong. Raised voices, hurt feelings, misunderstandings, and disagreement may cause you to question the strength of your relationship.
But conflict is not always evidence of an unhealthy relationship. In many cases, it is evidence that two different people are attempting to build a life together.
Am I in a Situationship?
You spend time together. You text regularly. There is attraction, affection, and perhaps even emotional or physical intimacy. It feels like a relationship—but neither of you has clearly defined it as one.
You may be in a situationship.