Author: Tina Fey

I've ridden the rails, gone off track and lost my train of thought. I'm writing to try and find it again. Hope you enjoy the journey with me.
Relationships & Personal Growth

10 situations at work where the best thing to do is remain silent, according to psychology

Silence is underrated—especially at work. We often feel pressure to speak up, share our opinions, or fill awkward pauses. But sometimes, saying nothing is actually the smartest move.

Psychology tells us that staying silent in certain situations can help us maintain professionalism, build stronger relationships, and avoid unnecessary conflict. Knowing when to hold back can …

Relationships & Personal Growth

Experts say people who fear being alone often develop these 7 attachment behaviors

I used to think that fearing being alone was just about dreading an empty house or a quiet weekend.

But it’s not always that simple. Sometimes, this fear shows up in ways we don’t even realize—like clinging too tightly to relationships, overthinking every interaction, or constantly needing reassurance from the people around us.

Experts say …

Relationships & Personal Growth

7 phrases only an emotionally unavailable person will use, according to psychology

Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like you just ran into a brick wall?

It’s that unsettling moment when you realize you’ve been trying to connect with someone who only seems to push you away.

But spotting emotional distance isn’t always straightforward, because it’s often hidden in subtle, everyday language.

Below, I’m …

Relationships & Personal Growth

8 signs you’re drawn to emotionally unavailable people because you believe if you love them enough, they’ll change

Have you ever found yourself going the extra mile for someone who seems incapable—or unwilling—to meet you halfway emotionally?

You’re not alone.

Many of us hold on to a secret hope that if we just love harder, if we just do more, the other person will finally open up. It’s a belief rooted in wishful …

Brand Identity & Self-Discovery

People who stay close to their children as they grow older almost always avoid these 8 mistakes

I remember once sitting with a client in my counseling practice—let’s call her Linda—who was deeply distraught because her adult son no longer returned her calls.

She felt heartbroken and blindsided. As we unraveled the story, it turned out she had unknowingly been making some well-intentioned but misguided moves that had pushed him away.

It …