Make It Contributors

Highly successful people ‘demand more respect’ when they use these phrases, says career expert

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Every job, when you boil it down, is simply people talking to other people.  As a career coach, I’ve advised professionals at all career stages. From what I’ve seen, the people who get ahead the fastest know how to communicate in a way that truly gets people to listen.  You may not realize it, but the … Read more

Couples who are ‘truly close’ use 8 phrases when talking about each other, says Harvard-trained psychologist

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Building a healthy romantic relationship takes time and intention. Over time, meaningful experiences, personal disclosures and authentic conversations create closeness and intimacy. To genuinely know someone, you must understand what matters to them — their likes and dislikes, passions, limits — and respecting those traits even when they differ from your own. In fact, many … Read more

Psychology expert: The most emotionally intelligent couples do 3 things differently from everyone else

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As a relationship counselor with over 10 years of experience, I’ve learned that even the strongest couples face conflict. What sets emotionally intelligent couples apart is their ability to stay connected, even when disagreements arise. I’m often more concerned about couples who never fight, because avoiding conflict entirely can hide unresolved hurts. After all, the … Read more

Most people think these are 5 signs of chemistry—but they’re actually ‘red flags,’ says psychology expert

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As a clinical psychologist, I often have to caution clients to examine the sparks that they feel for a new romantic prospect. You want to be excited about someone new and feel a deep connection to them. But many of us carry old wounds from our childhood, previous relationships, or formative experiences. If your past … Read more

I’ve studied over 200 kids—the happiest ones have parents who do 9 things with them every morning

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Before your child even steps out the door every day, their emotional baseline for the day is already set — not by color-coded routines, but by how safe and connected they feel in your presence. As a conscious parenting researcher, I’ve studied more than 200 kids, and I’m a mother myself. I’ve found that the … Read more

Stop asking ‘How was school today?’ To raise successful, mentally strong kids, ask these 7 questions instead

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“My child won’t tell me anything about their day!” It’s a common concern I hear from parents in my psychotherapy office. They’re hoping to gain a glimpse into their child’s world. But asking “How was school today?” usually leads to a one-word answer. As a therapist and the author of “13 Things Mentally Strong Parents … Read more