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2 months ago | 
smallbiztechnology.com | Ethan Sterling |Eliza J Hartley |Mia Zhang
When someone blurts out something awkward, you know they’re socially inept. When they can’t hold a conversation, you’re sure they lack social skills. Simple signals of social shortcomings, right? Yet, there are subtler signs hidden in everyday phrases that many miss. Some folks, unbeknownst to them, use these phrases and expose their poor social acumen. This article will explore 8 such phrases. Buckle up, we’re about to decode the language of the socially awkward.
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2 months ago | 
smallbiztechnology.com | Ethan Sterling |Eliza J Hartley |Mia Zhang |Ava Sinclair
It’s a common situation that we’ve all found ourselves in:You’re in the middle of a conversation, pouring your heart out or sharing an important piece of news, and the person you’re talking to can’t seem to tear their eyes away from their phone. You’ve tried subtly hinting, you’ve even tried blatantly stating how rude it is, but it’s like they’re in a digital trance. Sometimes, it’s not even that overt.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Isabelle I. Chase |Lucas Graham |Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley
There’s a thin line between a healthy mother/daughter bond and one that has turned toxic. The difference boils down to respect and boundaries. A toxic relationship often involves control and manipulation, hiding behind the mask of love. On the contrary, a healthy bond respects individual choices, even while suggesting better alternatives. Spotting the signs of toxicity can be tricky, especially when it’s wrapped in the guise of maternal concern. But don’t fret, I’m here to shed some light on this.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Lucas Graham |Isabelle I. Chase |Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley
It’s one of the most intriguing puzzles you’ll ever try to solve:You meet a person, perhaps they’re your friend, colleague, or even a stranger at a coffee shop. They live a seemingly ordinary life, nothing too flashy or ostentatious. But there’s just something… different. You can’t put your finger on it, but you have this nagging hunch that they might be loaded, hiding a fortune behind their unassuming facade. Sometimes, it’s not even that obvious.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Isabelle I. Chase |Lucas Graham |Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley
It’s a fine line between guiding your children and unknowingly adding to their anxiety. The difference lies in understanding. As parents, we unintentionally amp up our kids’ stress levels while thinking we’re just steering them in the right direction. Increasing a child’s anxiety, though unintentional, can occur when we overlook their feelings or fail to communicate effectively. And believe me, even the best of us parents can fall into these traps.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Lucas Graham |Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley |Tina Fey
Master manipulators often rely on subtle language to control, influence, and undermine others without being obvious. These phrases are designed to shift blame, create doubt, or make you question your own feelings and decisions—all while maintaining their control over the situation. Recognizing these red flags in conversation can help you protect yourself from their toxic influence. Here are nine phrases commonly used by master manipulators—how many of these have you encountered?
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley |Lucas Graham |Tina Fey
Money can be a tricky thing to gauge. You see, some folks are really good at hiding their wealth. They might be rolling in dough, but you’d never know it by looking at them. But here’s the secret: there are subtle signs that can give away a person’s financial status, even if they’re trying their best to keep it under wraps. In this article, I’ll be revealing 9 telltale signs that someone has a lot of money in the bank, even if they aren’t flashing expensive watches or driving luxury cars.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Eliza J Hartley |Lucas Graham |Lachlan Brown |Tina Fey
Maintaining open and respectful communication with your children becomes increasingly important as they grow older. However, certain habits can unintentionally create distance, making it harder for them to truly listen and engage with you. By letting go of these behaviors, you can foster a relationship built on trust, understanding, and mutual respect.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Lucas Graham |Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley |Tina Fey
If you’ve ever noticed a loved one becoming less compassionate as they age, you’re not alone. It’s a common, yet perplexing change that psychologists have been studying for years. Compassion is a vital part of human connection, but for some, it fades with age due to life experiences, stress, or shifting priorities. According to psychology, this loss of compassion often reveals itself through specific behaviors that affect how they relate to others.
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2 months ago | 
blogherald.com | Lachlan Brown |Eliza J Hartley |Tina Fey |Isabelle I. Chase
For as long as I can remember, I was one to wear my heart on my sleeve. You know the type:– Candid to a fault– Open book to anyone who asked– Spilling secrets like a broken dam– Essentially, a psychologist’s dream. And all along, I believed that this radical honesty was my strength. But there I was, in my late 20s, running my own company, Hack Spirit, and yet feeling incredibly misunderstood and isolated. I was sharing myself with the world, yet not forging the deep connections I craved.
