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The Tools


Dealing With Untrustworthy People and THE SEQUEL by Jean Hanff Korelitz
Discover how to navigate untrustworthy people by listing traits, accepting evidence, ending relationships, & seeking support.


Learning Love, The Five Love Languages and THE GUNCLE ABROAD by Steven Rowley
Discover the power of love and how to express it through the Five Love Languages. Learn from 'THE GUNCLE ABROAD' unique ways to show love.


Neutralizing Negative Core Beliefs and IT'S A LOVE STORY by Annabel Monaghan
Uncover the power of neutralizing negative core beliefs by challenging their origins, examining overlooked facts, and seeking contrary data


Recovering From Battered Person Syndrome and LISTEN FOR THE LIE by Amy Tintera
Discover tools for recovering from Battered Person Syndrome and gain the strength to leave an abusive partner.


Prevent Intellectualizing and CRUSH by Ada Calhoun
Prevent using the defense mechanism of intellectualizing in relationships with tools to notice, pause, and engage with feelings.


Recovering from Parental Rejection and THE FOUR WINDS by Kristin Hannah
Recovering from parental rejection is possible. Learn to be honest with yourself, create healthy coping skills, & build strong relationships


Learning to Say "I Love You" and LIKE MOTHER, LIKE MOTHER by Susan Rieger
Struggling to express love? Learn the tools for saying 'I love you' with confidence.


Combat Loneliness With Creative Expression and THE AUTHENTICITY PROJECT by Clare Pooley and PROJECT UNLONELY by Jeremy Nobel
Discover how 'The Authenticity Project' by Clare Pooley & 'Project Unlonely' by Dr. Jeremy Nobel provide tools for combatting loneliness.


Breaking The Mold To Reach Your Dreams and THE SOCIALITES by Caroline Lamond
Discover how Maureen, Vivien, and Sonia defied expectations to reach their dreams. Learn how to break the mold and reach your dreams too.


Reviving Drifting Friendships and ONE LAST SUMMER by Kate Spencer
Reviving drifting friendships takes effort, acknowledging mistakes, and embracing change. Learn how in this post.


Facing Empty Nest Syndrome and SANDWICH by Catherine Newman
Rocky - mid-fifties and mid-menopausal – is trying to balance her children’s independence, her parent’s increasing frailty, and her own...


Unmitigated Communion, Pathologically Putting Others First, and BACK AFTER THIS by Linda Holmes
Discover how Cecily's story reflects the struggle of unmitigated communion, pathologically putting others first, & learn to shift the balanc


Nourishing Relationships with Friends in Different Life Stages and ONE-STAR ROMANCE by Laura Hankin
Ways to keep your friendships thriving when life takes you in different directions. Tips for nourishing relationships with friends


Creating and Sustaining Friendships with Neurodiverse People and ELEANOR OLIPHANT IS COMPLETELY FINE by Gail Honeyman
Discover the art of creating and sustaining friendships with neurodiverse people using ELEANOR OLIPHANT IS COMPLETELY FINE as an example.


Loving Family Members Even When You Hate Their Politics and THE LAST HOUSE by Jessica Shattuck
Struggling with family members' opposing political views? Learn how to maintain loving relationships, even when you hate their politics.


Difficult Conversations and THE LIGHT WE LOST and THE LOVE WE FOUND by Jill Santopolo
Discover the art of tackling difficult conversations with finesse. Learn from 'THE LIGHT WE LOST' and 'THE LOVE WE FOUND' by Jill Santopolo.


Recovering From a Broken Heart and INTERMEZZO by Sally Rooney
Recovering from a broken heart is tough, but it's possible. Learn from Peter's experience and Sally Rooney's 'Intermezzo' for tips...


Coping With Uncertainty and FAMOUS LAST WORDS by Gillian McCallister
Struggling with uncertainty? Learn how to cope with the unknown and reduce stress and anxiety. Explore tips and ways to take action.


Weathering Teenage Rebellion and THE GOD OF THE WOODS by Liz Moore
Discover strategies for weathering teenage rebellion and supporting your teen's emerging independence.


Benefitting From AA and BLUE SISTERS by Coco Mellors
Discover the power of support and recovery with AA. Learn how characters Avery and Lucky found help and benefitted from AA.
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