Stop Asking Couples When They’re Having Kids
“So, when are you having kids?” my aunt asked me straight in the face, soon after I got married. At that point, I had been married…
Relationships
My Birth Story: Birth of Baby A!
This is part 2 of my birth series, where I share my pregnancy journey and my birth story. If you’ve not read part 1 yet,…
My Pregnancy Journey (And Why I Kept My Pregnancy A Secret)
This is part 1 of my birth series, where I share my pregnancy journey and my birth story. Hi everyone! Five months ago, I gave…
How To Know If A Relationship Is Worth Saving
“Hi Celes, may I ask, how would you know if a relationship is worth saving and how would you know if it’s going nowhere? Thank…
How to Say No: The Definitive Guide
“I find it a challenge to say no to people and often, I end up with too many commitments than I’m comfortable with. However, if…
Nobody Loves Me
Have you ever felt this way before? That nobody loves you? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve felt that nobody loves me before, and in…
I’m Bisexual and I Have Been Resisting My Sexuality. What Should I Do?
“Firstly, I hope you will respect my wish for confidentiality and will therefore refer to me as ‘John.’ I have known that I have been…
8 Tips to Be Empathetic to Others
What is empathy? It is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. The ability to put yourself in other’s shoes, and…
I’m in a Domestic Violence Situation. What Should I Do?
A while back I received an email from my client C: “During our recent session, you asked me when was the first time I feared…
What to Do When Your Parents Don’t Support Your Goals
“Hi Celes, I recently recovered from what my college counselor referred to as an ‘identity crisis.’ I went to school for a teaching degree for the…
I Get Nervous When I See an Attractive Guy/Woman. What Should I Do?
“Hi Celes, I have been reading your blog since 2 years ago. Your tips are amazing and have helped me a lot. There is one problem about…
Why We Should Be Like Tim
We live in a world where we are continuously pushed to be more like others. Where we are made to tightly fit into a mold…
What If I Lack Physical Spark with My Partner?
“Hey Celes, I recently broke up with my boyfriend and came across your blog. You inspire me a lot and I feel that my moving…
The Toddler Strategy
A while back I read this interesting piece on Seth Godin’s blog about the toddler strategy. He says most people don’t get too upset with what a 2-year-old says…
How to Be Assertive Without Being Aggressive
Have you ever had moments when you wished you spoke up and asserted yourself, but you didn’t? Do you feel difficulty asserting yourself sometimes? I…
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