Inspiring Stories

Our experiences mold us into the people that we are, and when we go through something traumatic, we can be impacted for the rest of our lives. And this impact is not limited to experiencing physical symptoms, but psychological symptoms as well.  You may have found yourself asking why you feel triggered at specific situations

Mila Kunis is the envy of the entire planet. There isn’t a single box the 38-year-old actress doesn’t check — she’s gorgeous, funny, charismatic, beloved by her audiences, flush with cash, and has one of the most wholesome, well-adjusted marriages in the industry.  Naturally, as she’s a person of privilege and immense wealth, everybody automatically

Relationships are largely regarded as positive aspects of people’s lives. As humans, we’re social creatures who crave love, friendship and general bonding with other people. Many of us seek out ideas and guidance for finding a great partner, making our relationships stronger and working through tough times with those we love so we can really

Diane Kruger did not have an easy 2016. First, she and longtime boyfriend Joshua Jackson broke up that July after a decade together. Then, in November, she found herself mourning the death of her stepfather. What’s more, she was dealt another blow when she lost her grandmother — and it all happened in the span

In our modern times, divorce has become as commonplace as breathing. It’s a near-guarantee for nearly half the couples that get married. If there’s a 50% chance your marriage won’t make the distance, would you still walk down the aisle? Some of our dearest celebrities have been through the painful process and are opening up

Hugh Jackman is the epitome of the picture-perfect “family man,” but it hadn’t always been this way.  Everyone has their ups and downs with family — that’s pretty much the only guarantee in life. However, very few can claim to have been completely abandoned by their mother as a child. That’s exactly what occurred with

It’s been over fifteen years, and audiences are still stuck deciphering the Jennifer Aniston-Brad Pitt- Angelina Jolie debacle.  The consensus is that Brad Pitt couldn’t resist Angelina Jolie’s feminine wiles on the set of their 2005 film Mr. and Mrs. Smith, so he quickly abandoned Aniston for the younger, more sensual Jolie. Underpinning this theory

With just five words, a response on an online dating site crushed a woman’s self-doubt and reaffirmed her values. She was vulnerable with her ‘new guy’ Felicia Naoum was chatting with a new guy on an online dating platform when she decided to give him a heads up that she’s “a bigger girl.” “Let’s remember:

Barbra Streisand and James Brolin exemplify the ultimate Hollywood love story, having been married for over two decades, but when they were first set up on a blind date back in the late ‘90s, no one could have predicted how hard (and fast) they’d fall for each other. For one, both actors were in their

You know what they say about assumptions — they make an ass out of ‘u’ and me. That saying is particularly prescient in this story about a woman who was offended by a jewelry store employee who opened her mouth without any semblance of tact. Struggled for years with unhealthy eating habits In a personal essay

The Biebers know they’re not perfect, but they’re not letting their inadequacies get in the way of their love.  They’ve always seemed more than willing to disclose the inner workings of their marriage and the challenges that arise from their wildly different personalities. Yet, instead of letting these petty discrepancies bring about their downfall, they

Society might be progressing at a breakneck pace, but is it becoming more meaningful? It’s the age-old adage: change is the only constant in life. As much as we dread it, prolong it, or run from it, it’ll arrive right on time and sweep away everything in its path. In many cases, this is a

Held captive in her home by an abusive boyfriend, one mama bear’s quick thinking might have saved her and her cubs from the unthinkable. Terror trap One afternoon noon in Avon Park, Florida, what was usually a happy home to Cheryl Treadway and her three children turned into a terror trap. She had been arguing

If you are asking yourself “Is an open relationship right for me?” then guess what? You’re already headed in the wrong direction. Why? Because you need to be asking “Is an open relationship right for us,” not just for yourself. And that’s true whether you are already in a committed relationship, you are considering opening

Gaining or losing weight shouldn’t be anyone’s business in this day and age, yet it’s exactly what’s catapulted Rebel Wilson to the forefront of celebrity press coverage these days.  She’s always been a wildly talented and funny performer, but to only recognize her for her stark body transformation signals something more insidious and harmful about

Billie Eilish might only be nineteen, but her perspective will resonate far and wide.  As a young, celebrated female artist on the scene, there is considerable, continuous speculation regarding Billie’s love life. You’d expect an adolescent like her to be a diehard romantic, someone with naïve ideas about human connection, commitment, and attraction; someone a

There are many different types of relationships you can have over the course of your existence. All of these unique bonds bring something different to your everyday life. Your relationships with your family members, your friends and your romantic partners can all present various layers and textures to your day to day.  Some of these

When you think of the word perfectionist, what comes to mind first: A well-dressed person? A neatly organized desk? An immaculate house? While the idea of perfection can be associated positively with incredible places and experiences, or even delicious food, a perfectionist is often depicted as a ridgid, yet somehow enviable, individual. This person usually

Over the span of a few short years, Meghan Markle has cemented her status as one of the most powerful women in the world.  However, this precipitous rise hasn’t been without its fair share of blood, toil, tears, and sweat. At every turn, Meghan has had to endure the stigma of being the outsider, someone

The power of your mind is mightier than you may realize.  The heart chakra, or anahata chakra, is the circulating energy field or vortex located at heart level along your spine. One of the seven chakras, it is most strongly associated with unconditional love and self love.  The heart chakra is considered the portal connected