Just Because You’ve Agreed To Something Previously, It Doesn’t Mean That You ‘Should’ Do So Again

Just Because You’ve Agreed To Something Previously, It Doesn’t Mean That You ‘Should’ Do So Again

At this time of year, I hear from many people battling against what they perceive as the weighty expectations of their nearest and dearest about Christmas/The Holidays. In their heart of hearts, they don’t want to agree to the request, obligation, or assumed...
Stop Pumping Them Up! They’re Really Just Not That Special!

Stop Pumping Them Up! They’re Really Just Not That Special!

At a time of year when many of us find an excuse to act a little (or a lot crackers) by using Christmas/the holidays to reach out or accept contact from exes, to get back together, to stay together because it’s Christmas, or to expect a Miracle on Assclown...
It’s JUST Christmas/The Holidays – Stay off the Relationship/Drama Crack

It’s JUST Christmas/The Holidays – Stay off the Relationship/Drama Crack

This time of year, whether you’re single or in a relationship, can bring about an incredible amount of anxiety. It can also have you thinking and doing things that in retrospect, when you get to January, will have you wondering if someone was coming into your...
Dealing With Happy Birthdays and Big Occasions: To Send a Card or Text…Or Not To Send, That Is The Question

Dealing With Happy Birthdays and Big Occasions: To Send a Card or Text…Or Not To Send, That Is The Question

Over the past few months, I’ve found that quite a few readers have felt stuck on a particular dilemma: Whether or not to reach out to an ex on their birthday or for occasions such as Christmas or anniversaries. Should I wish my ex happy Christmas/Holidays?...
45 Tips For Surviving Christmas/The Holidays Whether You’re Single, In a Relationship, No Contact or Broken-Hearted

45 Tips For Surviving Christmas/The Holidays Whether You’re Single, In a Relationship, No Contact or Broken-Hearted

1. In essence, it’s one day out of 365 or a few weeks out of the year when you add in the build up and festivities. I’m not saying it’s not a special time but it is a highly commercial time that puts a lot of pressure on people. Keep things in perspective....