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9 Core Differences Between Love And Being In Love

by Barrie Davenport

couple in love with heads together in love vs love

The difference between love and in love comes down to attraction — romantic, sexual, or both.

When you’re both craving physical intimacy with each other, the feeling is indescribable. Words can’t do it justice.

But not everyone feels that. Not everyone can.

So, it’s essential to understand what love is apart from the romance and passion.

If you’re like most people, you want it all (and no judgment here).

But love without attraction isn’t the same as “settling.”

And being “in love” is a difficult high to maintain.

Better to focus on love. But what does that look like?

Are You A Personality Type That Holds A Grudge?

by Barrie Davenport

How long can a person hold a grudge? And why are some folks more likely to hold them?

You’ve noticed the difference in how some people you know deal with their anger.

Some are more likely to get even — others more likely to steep themselves in their anger and quietly burn with resentment.

Some personalities are more passionate than others who are more private.

But which personalities are most prone to holding grudges in a relationship?

How To Cope With A Lack Of Empathy From Your Partner or Spouse

by Barrie Davenport

Unhappy couple, lack of empathy in a relationship

A lack of empathy is one of the defining characteristics of low emotional intelligence.

To have empathy, you must put yourself in another person's shoes — to feel what they are feeling and seek to understand their perspective.

You must step outside of your own needs and feelings to be present and engaged with someone else.

Empathy calls for patience, active listening, intimacy, and selflessness.

It requires a generous and giving spirit and a true desire to sit with someone in their most difficult moments or share in their most joyous accomplishments.

Some people are naturally empathetic, but people who lack empathy can learn and reinforce the skills of empathy and compassion.

To do that, we must recognize its value not only in our relationships but also in our personal growth.

Practicing empathy expands our understanding of ourselves and others.

It connects us to the human condition — the suffering, the joys, the sorrows, and the longings we all share. It draws us closer to the people around us and frees us to be vulnerable and authentic with them.

21 Best Universal Truths To Guide Your Life

by Barrie Davenport

woman sitting on beach, universal truths

You’re looking for some guidance — not from a specific religion or philosophy of life but from time-tested collective wisdom.

What better than a collection of life truths shared by humans of all times, places, and cultures?

These are not bound to a particular worldview. But they’ll undoubtedly influence yours.

Welcome to our list of truths for every human, whatever your situation and needs.

To gain the most benefit from this list of 21, let’s start by explaining what a universal truth is.

10 Top Secrets Of The Type C Personality You Need to Know

by Barrie Davenport

We are all familiar with people who claim to be “type A” or “type B” when it comes to their personalities.

Type A people are known to be high achievers who like to be in control, while Type B people are less competitive and more relaxed.

But did you know that there is also a type C personality as well as a type D?

Types C and D are two of the four primary personality and behavior groups defined by the DISC personality theory and assessment (explained below).