Live Bold and Bloom

31 Positive And Motivating Things To Say About Yourself

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

If you took a snapshot of your thoughts about yourself on a given day, would most of them be positive or negative?

We tend to focus on our negative qualities, letting them overshadow the good traits and behaviors we all possess.

The shaming voice in our heads can make us forget who we really are.

It’s high time, then, to find positive things to say about yourself.

You need the practice to change the way you see your true self.

We want to see you celebrating your wins because you have a right to be proud of yourself.

So, how do you get there?

67 Heartfelt And Sincere Compliments For Teachers

October 16, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

If you’re trying to think up nice things to say about your teacher—or your kid’s teacher—you’re in the right place.

Teachers are vastly underpaid for the work they do.

The least we can do is thank them.

Below, you’ll find a list of 67 carefully crafted messages of appreciation for teachers.

We bet you’ll find more than one ideal for your situation.

31 Powerful One-Word Compliments That Make People Feel Appreciated

October 13, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

If you’re struggling to come up with the best compliment words to use with the people in your life, we’re glad you’re here.

Compliments should mean something—to both of you.

If you’ve been overusing a compliment because you can’t think of anything new that says what you feel, we’ve got a whole list of one-word compliments for you to try.

We bet you’ll find some new favorites that describe your special person to a T.

Why Does My Husband Never Compliment Me?

October 14, 2021October 12, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

unhappy couple, my husband never compliments me

What does it mean when your husband never compliments you?

If that’s what you’re wondering, rest assured — you’re not alone.

Many women just like you think, “My husband compliments everyone but me,” and it’s a lonely feeling.

You don’t know when or why he stopped paying you compliments.

But it’s time to get to the bottom of it.

The more you know about your unique situation, the easier it is to see what to do next.

20 Of The Best Mindfulness Books For Kids Every Parent Should Know About

October 11, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

If you’re looking for the best books on mindfulness for children, you’re in the right place.

Mindfulness meditation has grown in popularity, which has led to an overwhelming variety of book choices.

That’s good, but it’s also a lot.

So, we’ve combed through a bunch and come up with this list of the best mindfulness meditation books for kids.

We think you’ll find at least one worth adding to your family library.

Morals Vs. Values: 7 Differences Everyone Should Know

October 11, 2021October 8, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

Are morals and values the same thing?

You see them used interchangeably often enough.

Values and morals both guide your behavior.

But something tells you they’re not the same.

One feels more native to you than the other.

One of them feels more like the product of your environment.

Which is which?

And what other differences separate the two?

Read on to find out.

Do Your Siblings Treat You Like Crap? Learn How To Deal With Them

October 11, 2021October 8, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

You know the one.

You’ve just spent time at a family gathering, and the one sibling you can count on to drive you up the wall has outdone herself.

And you’re thinking, “Why is my sister so mean?”

You did your best not to respond in kind, but it’s getting harder.

Or your brother is the embodiment of toxic masculinity, and you just can’t take it anymore.

What can you do?

Why Are Siblings So Annoying and Disrespectful?

So, now that you can admit things like “My brother is disrespectful to me” or “My sister is a nightmare,” you might wonder what made them that way.

First of all, you’re not alone in having a complicated relationship with a sibling.

All due respect to whoever came up with “Blood is thicker than water,” the sibling bond is not unbreakable.

And you’re being related by blood doesn’t obligate you to tolerate toxic behavior.

55 Christmas Love Messages For Your Girlfriend To Make Her Smile

October 11, 2021October 5, 2021 by Barrie Davenport

Looking for just the right way to say Merry Christmas to your girlfriend?

It’s not always easy to think of the right words for a romantic Christmas message, especially if this romance thing is new to you.

Even if it isn’t, crafting a message that says exactly what you want to say is a tall order.

The deeper your feelings, the harder it is to put them into words.

We’d like to help with that.