Dear Dr. Buckingham, I am a single woman who has spent the majority of my life trying to please everyone. I grew up in a household where love was only expressed if certain conditions were met. Now, I find myself placing conditions on the men that I date. In order for me to express love, they have to meet certain conditions. I exploit men emotionally, physically, financially … [Read more...]
When It Comes to Love, Should You Really Follow Your Heart?
Ever heard of the phrase "Follow your heart?" We see it everywhere from the cartoons we saw growing up to lines in songs and graphics on T-shirts. It's a way of life to some people, creating a seemingly passionate and romantic way of living to the fullest. Choosing to follow your heart is a bold statement to make, but what does it mean exactly? In my opinion, following your … [Read more...]
How Giving Actually Increases Our Own Lives
Considering the characteristics of our financial lives, I believe giving to others is the most underrated, most overlooked and most gratifying component of our financial lives. When we give to other people it does something to us physically, emotionally and often spiritually. When people give from the heart, they show their selflessness and compassion for other people. … [Read more...]