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It’s great to know how to increase your social intelligence properly even to the point of benefiting from it. That means practicing active listening, having emotional awareness, and being able to effectively communicate with others. By honing these skills, you can improve your relationships, bu

5 ways to build confidence and combat anxiety in social situations ⬇️⬇️⬇️ 💡 1. Practice positive self-talk: Remind yourself of your strengths and past successes before social interactions. Affirmations can help boost confidence and reduce self-doubt. 💡2. Set small, achievable goals: Start wit

Saw this trend, knew I had to share. Life isn’t perfect and we need to stop comparing ourselves to other people on these apps. (Obviously I need help with that as well. 😬) #socialmedia #socialmediaisfake #fakesocialmedia #transparency #openbook #vulnerable #vulnerability #tikto

Are We All Just Getting Dumber? Is social media giving you brainrot? Because same 🤯 Yesterday, I spent THREE HOURS doom-scrolling TikTok (yes, I counted), and by the end of it, I swear my brain was fried like my favorite McDonald’s fries 🍟 I couldn’t think, I couldn’t focus—honestly, I’m not eve

Yes I am in therapy. Lol. This is just my diary entry at this point. One thing ive learned these past 2 years is that people treat plus sized individuals so different. I went from a size 24 in pants to a size 2. 323lbs to 128. Everyone acts different. Nobody avoids eye contact with me anymore. Em

What Autism Really Feels Like Autism is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects how a person experiences the world. It’s not about being “less” or “broken”—it’s about having a unique way of processing information, emotions, and social interactions. For many autistic individuals, everyday li

Did you know that when you challenge yourself to try new things, it can improve and change your neuroplasticity? Our brains are wired to stick to what feels safe, but when we do things that go against the grain of what we are used to, they open up new experiences and invite change. I recently we

Social anxiety is one of those things people don’t always see, but it affects so many of us. For me, it’s the overthinking before an event, the racing thoughts about what to say, and that pit in my stomach even when I’m excited to go. But over time, I’ve built a little routine that helps me feel

Searched his name last week. His Tinder came up. Active that morning. I’m not going to pretend I had some big intuition or red flag moment. I didn’t. Things were fine. That’s what makes it worse honestly. Everything looked normal and underneath it he was swiping on other women while I was making h

We scroll, we like, we share. And somewhere in between, we start to confuse visibility with connection. Social media can be a bridge. But it can also become a mask. You can know someone’s life… and still not know their heart. Real connection lives in presence. In tone, energy, laughter

If you want to level up your mindset, productivity, and social skills... start with these 12 books 🔹Category 1: Productivity & Focus I love books in this category, I always have really high motivation after reading these. If I ever feel like time just slips away? Make Time helps me to cut dis

I sat back and hugged this book when I finished… And I forgot to mention the great @professor_crunk blurbed this because y’all know Eloquent rage lives rent free in my head! What a collection of feels! Lawddd I felt seen in so many instances… she made me want to pick up my pen 😩😩😩and I don’t sa

Modern social media can feel so draining, and I’ve been desperately looking for a way to curate my 90s baby aesthetic without the overwhelming pressure of hustle culture. I decided to completely step back from the main algorithms to protect my peace. ​Instead of doom scrolling, I’ve started pour

This week kicks off my 2024 social media journey!! I am so excited to create more intentionally this year and have been having so much fun making these! I know I am always looking for inspiration for posts/stories so I though I would share some things I’m making on here :) Still super new to canva

Soft love calls when it says it will. Soft love doesn’t disappear and reappear with “wyd.” Soft love doesn’t make you compete. Soft love doesn’t trigger your abandonment wounds for entertainment. If you need butterflies to feel alive, that’s trauma, not chemistry. This Valentine’s Day I’m

As the clock struck midnight on New Year's Eve, I found myself surrounded by a couple of friends at my house. However, amidst the joy and celebration, a couple minutes after we got home from the beach, I couldn't help but notice the pervasive glow of screens as everyone eagerly posted their

Anxiety isn’t just “feeling stressed” — it shows up in many ways, both physically and mentally. Here are some common signs: Physical Signs 💓 Racing Heart You might feel your heart racing for no clear reason. 💦 Sweaty Palms Sudden sweatiness when you’re not even exerting yourself. 😮‍💨 Sh

After years of posting online, I realized I wasn’t sharing for myself anymore—everything was about likes and approval. So six months ago, I stepped away from social media and started using a private journal in Lifelight. The change has been bigger than I expected: 🔓 Real Self-Expression In my j

Sometimes it feels like it’s impossible to be a stellar student and a social butterfly, but I promise you that you can be both!! Here are 3 ways I balance my social and school life throughout the year! #lemon8partner #lemon8college #lemon8challenge #collegestudent #friendship

Tired of Big Tech controlling your feed, censoring content, and selling your data? You’re not alone. The future of social media isn’t owned by billionaires, it’s decentralized, and platforms like Bluesky, Mastodon, and Pixelfed are leading the charge. If you’re wondering what decentralized socia

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your social connections? 🤔 Your ability to connect, influence, and engage with others hinges on Social Intelligence ♾️ but common mistakes can quietly undermine it. Here are 10 mistakes you might be making that kill your social intelligence, from dominating convers