Posts by Flip L.
Are You Comparing or Contrasting?

Comparing is when we look at two things and see how they are alike. Contrasting is when we look at two things and see how they are different. Consider the following, comparing can draw us in, contrasting can help sift things apart. There is a time and place for both, and no reason to be bitter about either.

Read More
Don’t be afraid of Upsetting Others

Strong habits of people pleasing for the sake of external validation, yet still feeling dissatisfied with oneself is no good. The next time you’re more concerned about the opinions of others than what you’ll think and how you’ll feel about yourself, consider asking these questions.

Read More
The Basics of Emotional Intelligence

Why does emotional intelligence even matter? Our emotions, the acting on or expression of our feelings, plays a major role in our life. It makes sense to me, that if we get good at that essential component of our life, life will be, simply put, better!

Read More
Too Much "Whatever I Like"

The priority and focus on personal and instant gratification first, before purpose, service, and delayed gratification has become a deeply rooted idea within American culture. I’m not sure of the specifics or exact details of how this idea of making decisions based on however we feel in the moment or do “whatever I like” became so huge, but it’s not the path to actual happiness.

Read More