Trudi Griffin, LPC, MS
Professional Counselor
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How to
Make Sex Better
Is sex not as fun as you want it to be? Is it even kind of painful? Having sex is great for your health and your relationship, and there are all kinds of things you can do to make it better. To help you out, we've pulled...
How to
Make Friends
''Boost your social skills and form bonds easier than ever''Friends are so wonderful sometimes. They make you laugh, they go on adventures with you, and they're there for you when times are tough. But sometimes making ne...
How to
Deal With People Talking About You Behind Your Back
It feels pretty awful to have people talk about you behind your back. Since this kind of gossip may be subtle, it’s often hard to pinpoint the source. For this reason, you’ll probably make matters worse by trying to ...
How to
Overcome an Addiction to Porn As a Teenager
Like any other destructive behavior that disrupts your everyday life, watching porn can become an addiction. Below are steps you can take to find out if you do indeed have a problem you should be concerned about, ways to...
How to
Reduce Stress
Stress is the feeling of being under too much mental or emotional pressure. Pressure becomes stress when you feel unable to cope. Everyone reacts differently to stress and experiences different stressors, or things that ...
How to Increase Your Self Confidence with Positive Daily Practices
An in-depth guide to gaining self-confidence and feeling your best When you walk into a room, do you glow with confidence? Do you believe in yourself? If not, we're here to help you go after your dreams and tackle your f...
The Omega Male Personality Type: Definition, Traits, & More
Everything you need to know about the misunderstood omega male You've probably heard about alpha males—but what about omega males? They're basically the opposite of an alpha, but that's not necessarily a bad thing! Wh...
The Best Ways to Make a Man Regret Leaving You
Make him wish he hadn't ended things with these tips Your relationship with your ex-boyfriend has ended, and you want to make sure he knows exactly what he’s missing. Whether you want to get back together with him or ...
How to
Overcome a Fear of Sex
A sexual encounter is loaded with potential for positive and negative results. Inexperience, lack of knowledge, or a history of sexually related difficulties may be escalating your fear of engaging in sexual activity. Wo...
How to
Handle a Cheating Girlfriend
Infidelity is difficult to handle. If you found out your girlfriend is cheating, you're likely finding it difficult to trust her again and move forward. In order to cope, you need to evaluate if the relationship is wor...
How to
Stop Laughing at Inappropriate Times
Although laughing at inappropriate times can be embarrassing, it’s actually a natural reaction for some people when they’re facing a highly stressful situation. This could be because laughter makes you feel better ab...
How to Understand Adult Baby Diaper Lovers (ABDLs)
Explore the reasons why adults find pleasure in wearing diapers Diaper lovers (DLs) or Adult Baby Diaper Lovers (ABDLs) are adults who enjoy wearing diapers, even for medical and non-medical reasons. Reasons to wear a di...
22 Common Signs that Someone Might Be Lying to You
Clues to dishonesty in facial expressions and body language Do you feel like someone might be lying to you? Wish there were some tells? The truth is that, although there are many supposed clues hiding in body language, ...
How to
Stop Loving Someone Who Doesn't Love You
When you love someone and they don't love you back, it can feel like your world is ending. The pain you’re experiencing is very real. Science has even shown that rejection activates the same pain-sensing neurons in you...
20+ Romantic & Cute Ways To Show Love in a Long Distance Relationship
Keep the spark alive even when you and your partner are miles apartEven when you’re in a long-distance relationship, there are countless ways you can show your love and appreciation for your partner. Talking every day ...
How to Become the Kind of Man You Want to Be
Best tips to embody strength, maturity, and responsibility as a maleLike it or not, it takes more than a pair of ''cojones'' to achieve manhood. Cultures around the world have rites of passage to symbolize it and c...
How to
Get Over Someone You Have to See Every Day
You knew dating your roommate/coworker/classmate probably wasn't the best idea, but six months ago you didn't want to listen to logic. Affairs of the heart can be exhilarating; but if you have to see the person every day...
How to
Cope With Being a Diaper Lover
Diaper lovers (DLs) are people who enjoy wearing diapers, for medical or non-medical reasons. A DL may wear a diaper for convenience, sexual pleasure, or as a preference over regular underwear. Realizing that you are a d...
How to
Deal With People Who Put You Down
It's not a good feeling when someone calls you names or insults you. It can hurt your feelings when someone criticizes you, makes fun of you, or puts you down. You can deal with people that put you down so that they stop...
How to Deal with an Overbearing Mother-in-Law: 15 Tips
Work together with your spouse to handle an annoying mother-in-lawDoes your mother-in-law try to run your home like it's hers, criticize your every move, or barge in unannounced? An overbearing mother-in-law is tough to ...
