As your friendly neighborhood blogapist that tackles many non-PC topics in order to help your marriage, I consider it my business to help you actually understand your partner better, even if what I say isn’t politically correct. This post is no different!  Here, I tackle the idea that men should generally try to protect their wives, because this is…

If any of these habits show up in your love life, it’s time to make a change. THE BASICS: Key points: Source: SFIO CRACHO/Shutterstock Here are 10 primary reasons why breakups and divorces happen, and 10 ways to avoid them. 1. Bad behaviors Maybe when you were young, it was cool to be “bad,” but…

I. The Exercise Paradox You just finished a great workout. You pushed your limits, felt strong, and celebrated the fact that you’re prioritizing your health. Then, you check your Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) or finger stick, and the number is up. It’s completely frustrating and confusing. We’ve all been told that exercise lowers blood sugar…

When faced with someone that resists your boundaries, these strategies may help. Key points: Source: Vitezslav Vylicil/Shutterstock Setting boundaries with others is an important life skill. Sometimes we need to set limits on what we’re willing to do for someone else, or how much we’re willing to let someone takes advantage of us or mistreat us. A…

Today, we’re not just observing World Mental Care Day—we’re taking action. If you’ve felt helpless against anxiety, this is your permission to reclaim control gently. Forget vague resolutions. Here are the practical steps you can start today with ease. Anxiety isn’t just a mental challenge—it’s a physical takeover. A rapid heart rate, shallow breathing, and muscle tension are…

Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT Projection, in general, and narcissist projection are defense mechanisms commonly used by abusers, including people with narcissistic or borderline personality disorder and addicts. Basically, they say, “It’s not me, it’s you!” When we project, we are defending ourselves against unconscious impulses or traits, either positive or negative, that we’ve denied in ourselves. Instead, we attribute…

We live in a world and era where everything is too fast. The modern world has its own advantages, such as advanced technology and a more civilized lifestyle. But its biggest drawback is the stress of keeping up with the pace. Anxiety and stress is too common today. 1 in 5 people in the USA…

Topic: How to build strength, boost energy, and improve focus with just 10 minutes of targeted, high-intensity movement—no gym required. The “Why” Behind the 10-Minute Micro-Workout In the world of fitness hacks, the single most powerful tool you have is efficiency. You don’t need an hour to get results; you just need intensity. Our 10-Minute…

One makes you worry about the future; the other wants you to do it right. Source: Saniya/pixabay Denice has a work project that’s due, but she’s falling behind schedule. She’s worried, especially since she is relatively new at her job. But adding fuel to the fire is her critical inner voice, scolding her not only to…