Libby McAvoy

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The Crossroads of the Heart

Jan 15, 2025 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

RelationshipsNavigating the contemplation stage before leaving a relationshipLibby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·6 min read·--Photo by Envato Elements Purchased Image License S3RCYEQLT6Should I stay or Should I Go? There comes a moment in some relationships when you realize you’re standing at a crossroads. You’re not ready to leave, but staying no longer feels right.
Stirring Up Inspiration: A Culinary Journey

Jan 10, 2025 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

Escaping the cooking ruts and saying yes to challenges, I’m spicing up my meals and reigniting my passion for cooking. Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·5 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License 5AHCDMG4JTI love to cook, but like many home chefs, I often find myself in a rut, repeating the same dishes simply because they’re delicious and satisfying. Have you experienced this, too?
Uncoupling with Grace: A Path to Healing and Growth

Dec 9, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

I hope my positive experience with the process helps others. Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·5 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License 2K5WU9FX7QThe end of a relationship, whether romantic or professional, is rarely easy. It often comes with a mix of emotions — grief, anger, fear, relief, and hope. Yet, when approached with mindfulness and intention, uncoupling can become a transformative experience that fosters growth and healing for both parties.
Why We Stay: Understanding Unhappy Marriages

Dec 8, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

Finding the courage to leave when your concerns are rooted in fear rather than love. Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·4 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License Y3QE2BLSMWWhat Keeps People in Unhappy Marriages & RelationshipsFeel free to substitute a long-term relationship for marriage. Many people contemplate divorce for many years, staying in an unhappy marriage and sacrificing their quality of life to constant conflict.
An Honest Look at the iPhone: What Works and What Needs Improvement

Dec 6, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy |Mehmet Yildiz

Apple, please listen…Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inILLUMINATION·4 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License 8EFD6WGB5PI have been a loyal iPhone fan and user for many years, and for the most part, I do love each model I have had. However, today, I want to list the pros and cons that I have noticed to see how many people agree. How about you? Are you an iPhone or Android user? Remember when phones had cords and could only make calls?
Understanding Good Girl & Boy Syndrom

Dec 5, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

And how to overcome the stigma. Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·3 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License LUHFCK5BYPPeople who were told by their parents to “Be a good little girl or boy,” or maybe their parents said, “good girl” when the child was obedient, have detrimental effects later in life. Praise is great, but calling a child ‘good girl or boy’ or ‘bad girl or boy’ is a label that harms their physical and mental well-being.
Russia’s Attack on Kafr Nabl Surgical Hospital and the Role of Open Source Information in Building a Case for Legal Accountability

Dec 5, 2024 | opiniojuris.org | Libby McAvoy

[Libby McAvoy is a Legal Advisor at Mnemonic, where she specialises in digital evidence archives, litigation support, and open source investigations into international crimes and human rights violations. Daragh Murray is a Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London, and his research focuses on the intersection of technology and international law.]The authors were members of the case team involved in preparing the case.
December News

Dec 1, 2024 | dancingelephants.substack.com | Libby McAvoy

We are truly in the prime holiday and social season. For many, that brings joy and gratitude, but for others, it can also be a reminder of loneliness, grief, and anxiety. Being aware of and respecting how those around us feel is necessary. We can never go wrong by including those alone or sending care packages to those far from home. Checking on friends, family, and neighbors is a gift in and of itself. You are also a gift.
The Benefits of a Good Attitude

Dec 1, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

And why it is more important than skill & improves life. Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·3 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License 7CB6JTDA4WThe Essence of a Good AttitudeWhen someone has a good attitude, they are adaptable and motivated, not to mention pleasant to be around. Many things in life are out of our control, but how we respond makes a huge difference. Our attitude directly affects those around us.
Reasons Why a Relationship Can Thrive Even Without Physical Intimacy

Nov 30, 2024 | medium.com | Libby McAvoy

RelationshipsHear me out…Libby Shively McAvoy·FollowPublished inDancing Elephants Press·4 min read·--Envato Elements Purchased Image License VXWFACEB8SAs a Relationship Coach, I encourage people to look for four types of intimacy in an ideal relationship: physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual. However, it is not the end of the world if you are not physically passionate with this person as long as you have other strong intimate bonds.