Uncategorized – Page 23 – On Life, Hope y todo lo demás…

Those days that suck the life out of you.

There are days when you see your life as a bystander and ask yourself if this is the life chose. As the day progresses the cloud follows you and you can’t seem to shake that feeling of meaninglessness. You want to escape it but can’t. It seems forever to finally get home and hide under […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Love lessons from my friends.

I dislike labeling people, especially regarding their sexual orientation. I don’t introduce people by saying: “This is my gay friend, Jay,” the same way I don’t say: “This is my straight friend Mary,” or “This is my sex-toy-loving, single friend Anne.” I allow people to come to their own conclusions, unless someone expresses a romantic […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

The waves of uncertainty and self-doubt.

They come and go. Just when you thought you were pretty settled, like waves, uncertainty and self-doubt hit you. When you thought you were on the right path, here comes a wave to freeze you still.

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Is the love over and should you leave?

If you are asking yourself whether or not you should leave your relationship, that in itself should be a red flag. But breaking up isn’t so simple, especially if you have kids. Asking your friends for advice might leave you even more baffled. So, instead of bending your friends’ ears for advice you probably won’t […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Understanding yourself; books that may help you.

From personal experience, a lot of self-search and study, I have come to believe that the best way to overcome our problems is by facing them and understanding them. Once we know what is ailing us we are ready to move on and become our best selves. Self-help books may not be so helpful. We […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Our hopes and dreams.

Of course our hopes and dreams are shattered at some time but this doesn’t mean we can’t dream on.

by Laura Basset Carbonell

What makes your heart grow?

When you’ve protected yourself from harm by staying away from people half your life, and then join the crowd, you are amazed at how much better it is to risk being hurt and feel your heart beating again through the thoughtful acts of kindness that others offer you. Our hearts grow bigger for different reasons. We feel […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Why are we attracted to jerks?

Bad boys, or jerks, in everyday jargon, are defined by Psychology Today as: Narcissistic, emotionally unavailable, highly extroverted, rude, reckless, irresponsible, somewhat psychopathic; as lacking sensitivity towards people, or merely lacking empathy. However, they also have the alluring traits women fall for: Charisma, extroversion, fun and confidence. There are six primary reasons why women are attracted […]

by Laura Basset Carbonell

We are responsible for 40% of our happiness.

Attaining happiness is a common goal. And while each person’s measure of happiness is a very unique and personal experience, we all can attain it. Our individual happiness depends on different factors, some we have no control of and others we are actually responsible for. So how do we steer ourselves towards a happier state of mind?

by Laura Basset Carbonell

Surviving January.

January is the Monday of the year. Probably the toughest month to get through. Right after the holiday break. All the parties, celebrations with friends and families come to a dead halt right after New Year’s. And there we are, facing a New Year with resolutions or not in the midst of winter. Which is […]