Tag: Social Relationships
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You always wanted me to write one
I’m now in the home stretch of my Christmas Countdown, writing articles inspired by each of my favourite songs to listen to in 2024. I told myself that no matter what, I’d find a way to work in my three favourite songs of this year. So even though this one hits hard as a breakup…
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Relationships aren’t meant to be toxic
Regardless of your relationship status, you’ve probably heard this same phrase: “Relationships are hard work.” I’ve said it myself. For the longest time, I thought I thrived in chaos. It’s all I really ever experienced. I thought it was the only way to live. That being at peace would simply be boring. But as it…
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Sharing is caring
Why is it so difficult to talk about ourselves? Why do we hate sharing? Are we worried that others will judge us? Do we want to avoid the worst trait in the world – being a bragger? (actually something underratedly valuable). Are we worried that they’ll feel some sort of resentment? Are we worried that…
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Why friends need to be a priority in your life
So often, paths change. We go our separate ways. We lose touch with our friends. We lose touch with the very people that care about us most. That wouldn’t want to live without us.
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Establishing your priorities in life
Growing up, I was always the person with friends. I won Valedictorian in the most glaring of popularity contests in grade 8, and finished runner-up in grade 12 for the same prize after rocking the crowd with a rap. But then in university, I struggled to adjust. I struggled navigating the landscape of a new…
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Essential traits of successful coaches and leaders
Truth be told, there are millions of checklist items that help to form a successful coach, mentor, or leader. But at the bare bones of it all, successful leadership ultimately comes down to a focus on social relationships.
Rhys Desmond 