While sometimes it seems that this person may have some redeeming qualities or that you’re just a bitter person for feeling so negatively about them, the hard truth is this… Continue reading
When You Have a Toxic Friend
Life Lessons
I Hate Making New Friends
There are many ins and outs to me trying to navigate a new friendship, and as an outgoing and talkative person, it probably surprises you that I even struggle with social anxiety. However, such a large part of my own anxiety struggles are social.
How to Catch Emotional Vomit
Finding a good person to talk to can be difficult, but sometimes the hardest part of being a member of an emotional vomiting session is being the one to listen. What do you do? Do you give advice, just listen and nod, relate with a story about yourself?
I Am Not Your Buffet
I am not food that is sitting out in a warmer, waiting to fit into your schedule, on your clock, in your calendar, and at your convenience.
Don’t Count on Me to “Reach Out”
The bottom line is that you cannot wait or count on someone that’s depressed to ask you for anything. There is too much embarrassment and fear of burdening you. So if you want to help, you’re going to have to make an effort.
Love Languages, Friendships, & Boundaries
I spend a lot of time thinking about what makes a friend, a close friend, or a best friend. While I think this thought process mostly stems from my naturally curious and fascinated mind when it comes to all things Psychology, I would be ignoring a large chunk of evidence if I did not acknowledge that some of it probably comes from my own childhood self-esteem issues. Continue reading
How Marie Kondo Changed My Room in 30 Minutes
I never knew I could make my clothing so small. I definitely never knew how much time I could save just by folding my clothing a different way. Continue reading
The Thing No One Tells You About Having a Dream
I’ve had someone laugh in my face and tell me I would never make it. I have been compared to another teacher, and told that I would never amount to her, no matter what I did. I have been asked if I, “enjoy unemployment,” and if I just don’t love myself enough to, “do something more.” Continue reading
I Vowed to Start Saying “Yes” in 2018
On January 1st 2018, I decided to start saying, “yes,” to more. Instead of cowering away, I spent the last 365 days doing things I’ve never dreamed of. Continue reading
6 Ways You Can Check-In on Friends Going Through a Thing
While you may be aware of the exact people in your life that are in need of a check-in from you, here’s the thing about emotional or mental struggles: we usually don’t know. Continue reading
Hi there! I’m Mollie. I’m an aunt, educator, and dog-lover. I’m also a pretty big mental-health advocate, which you can probably tell if you click around a bit. There’s more about me, but those are the basics you need to know.
Hot Mess Mollie 