Tag: self-improvement
5 Red Flags in Dating
We’ve all been there: You’re on a date, and the person looks great on paper. They’ve got a nice smile, they laugh at your jokes, and they even claim to like reading. But then… they snap at the waiter for bringing extra ice, or they check their phone every 30 seconds. Suddenly, your intuition whispers:…
Train Your Mind Before It Trains You
Ever notice how your brain sometimes feels like a toddler with scissors — running around unsupervised, reacting to every emotion, fear, or shiny distraction? 😅 This week’s video gem from Think Rich Mindset Hub (inspired by Napoleon Hill) is a gentle slap of wisdom: Your mind can either be your greatest ally or your biggest…
How to Connect Like a Brazilian
🌞 From Rio, with Love (and Laughter) I’m Brazilian — born and raised in Rio — which means I basically came into the world already dancing, smiling, and saying “bom dia” to strangers. And honestly? The rest of the world could use a little bit of our jeitinho brasileiro when it comes to socializing. We…
8 Social Skills That Improve Your Love Life
💔 Love Goes Wrong Because of Social Skills Picture this: ⚠️ You’re on a date, and instead of listening, you talk non-stop about your cat’s bowel habits. ⚠️ Or maybe you ghost someone because you panic at the thought of saying “I’m not interested.” ⚠️ Or worse… you send 23 text messages in a row…
5 Ways Modern Life Sabotages Your Well-Being
Have you ever noticed how, even with all the comfort and technology at our fingertips, so many of us feel drained, anxious, or stuck on autopilot? Neuroscience and anthropology show us why: Our brains and bodies are still wired for a lifestyle of slower rhythms, deep connection, and closeness to nature. But modern life asks…
Building Real Emotional Connection — With Yourself and the People You Love
I took much longer than I would have liked to grasp an important truth: how we treat ourselves shapes the quality of all our relationships in life. Before we can genuinely experience respect, love, and acceptance from others in a lasting way, we first need to nurture these qualities within ourselves. Basically, true intimacy begins…
Celebrating One Year of Soul & Suitcase!
It seems like only yesterday when the idea of starting this blog sparked in my mind! For months, I had that desire swelling up inside, and eventually, it took off at its own pace. When it comes to things that really matter to me, I only take action when it feels right. Not a minute…
The Science of Love: Understanding The Chemistry Behind Romance
Falling in love is a neurochemical cocktail that activates parts of the brain related to reward, motivation, attachment, and emotion. Here’s what happens: 1. Dopamine: The “Craving” Neurotransmitter 🧠 Love in the early stages feels like an addiction — because neurologically, it kind of is. 2. Oxytocin: The “Bonding” Hormone 💡 Oxytocin builds the secure…
