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USA Today
15 hours ago
- Business
- USA Today
How to be the manager employees want to work for: 5 actionable strategies
Being a manager isn't just about assigning tasks and meeting deadlines; it's also about motivating and inspiring team members. It's about shaping the culture your team experiences every day. 'People rarely quit companies — they quit managers who fail to see and support them as human beings,' says Jonathan Javier, a career consultant and CEO of Wonsulting. In today's workplace, where burnout is high and loyalty is low, employees don't just want competent managers; they also want managers who are approachable and supportive. They want leaders who listen, support and inspire. Research backs this up: a 2021 study in Frontiers in Psychology found that interpersonal skills, such as conflict management and emotional support, improve employee attitudes and performance. So, how do you become the kind of leader people want to work for? Here are five ways to start. What makes a great leader? The best bosses invest in people. They listen, communicate clearly, take accountability and lead with courage and humility. It's these so-called soft skills that will make you a strong boss. Great managers don't have all the answers; they ask the right questions. Your job isn't to solve every problem, but to create space for your team to share ideas, roadblocks and solutions. 'Good leaders actively listen, understand people's challenges and make space for honest conversations,' says Javier. To do this, prioritize regular one-on-one meetings and use open-ended questions to dig deeper: What's working? Where are you stuck? How can I help? Repeat back what you hear and ask thoughtful follow-ups. Listening is one of the most powerful tools a leader has. Great bosses don't just talk, they make sure their message lands. Clear communication helps teams stay aligned, focused and confident in their goals. 'Be explicit about priorities, and ask team members to summarize tasks in their own words,' says Javier. 'This is especially important in fast-moving startups.' Don't overlook nonverbal cues, either. Research from Harvard Business School suggests that 65% to 93% of communication is nonverbal. If you deliver feedback with your arms crossed or without eye contact, your team may feel dismissed or defensive, even if your words are supportive. Your body language should reinforce clarity and respect. Great bosses aren't flawless, they're accountable. While a weak leader dodges blame, a standout one takes responsibility — and action. 'Address issues directly instead of letting them linger. 'Fail fast,' and admit mistakes quickly,' says Javier. 'Then, share what you're doing to fix them.' Say you miss a major project deadline, and the delay affects the entire team. Be transparent about the mistake, acknowledge your role, and offer support to help the team recover. This kind of accountability fosters trust and sets the tone for a workplace culture where honesty and improvement are mutually reinforcing. Great leaders don't just talk about courage; they show it through bold decisions, honest feedback and principled action. Creating that kind of environment makes employees more willing to take calculated risks. Innovation doesn't come from playing it safe. Research from Embry-Riddle University found that "intelligent risk", where potential rewards outweigh potential harm, is closely tied to a company's financial success. By encouraging calculated risks, you open the door to new ideas, smarter processes and better outcomes. 'Celebrate when people take ownership,' Javier adds. 'Use those moments as learning opportunities, even when outcomes fall short.' Great managers don't just give feedback, they ask for it. Regularly checking in with your team demonstrates humility, fosters trust and facilitates growth. Try asking, 'What's one thing I could do better?' This simple question can open the door to honest conversations about your leadership style. You might gather feedback during quarterly reviews, informal one-on-ones or even a quick Slack exchange. The key is to listen with curiosity — not defensiveness — and follow up with action. 'Good leaders are open to feedback and create space for others to shine,' says Javier. The more you model that mindset, the more your team will thrive. Good leadership drives real results Strong leadership doesn't just boost morale, it drives results. Empathetic managers help reduce turnover, increase engagement and build teams that want to stick around. A 2023 study published in Heliyon found that toxic leadership directly contributes to employee dissatisfaction and high rates of resignation. If you want to be the kind of manager employees respect and rally behind, embody these five behaviors and lead like someone worth following. What is USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2025? If you're looking for a job with a great manager, we can help. Each year, USA TODAY Top Workplaces, a collaboration between Energage and USA TODAY, ranks organizations across the United States that excel at creating a positive work environment for their employees. Employee feedback determines the winners. In 2025, over 1,500 companies earned recognition as top workplaces. Check out our overall U.S. rankings. You can also gain insights into more workplace trends and advice by checking out the links below.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
The Best Workout For Your Personality
Credit - Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: Leontura/Getty Images, 4x6/Getty Images, Images,, LeoPatrizi/Getty Images, Tony Anderson—Getty Images, Oleg Breslavtsev—Getty Images) If dragging yourself to the gym feels like a chore, the issue might not be motivation, but misalignment. Matching your workout to your personality type could be the missing link to making exercise feel less like a task and more like a reward. In one 2025 study published in Frontiers in Psychology, researchers looked at several different personality traits like being extroverted, conscientious, or neurotic. They found that certain types of exercise seemed best suited to these dominant personality traits—and people who chose physical activities that matched their personality enjoyed their workout more, stuck to it more consistently, and even improved more than people who picked a workout that didn't sync up as well to their personality. Of course, the best workout for you is whichever one gets you moving. But if you're curious how to sync your workout to your personality, read on. How your personality can shape your best workout Every kind of exercise is good for you on a cellular level. It stimulates the release of mood-boosting neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins, which can help reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But if you can find a type you actually want to do, the psychological payoff goes deeper than brain chemistry. A 2021 study found that intrinsic motivation—when you're driven by internal factors like personal growth, autonomy, and enjoyment—was more strongly associated with consistent exercise habits than external motivation like weight loss or appearance goals. In other words, when your workout satisfies a core emotional or psychological need (or really just feels like you), you're more likely to keep coming back. Read More: The Best Science-Backed Way to Stop Chafing Research shows that tailoring your exercise to your personality can also boost your performance. A meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that people who chose exercise routines that aligned with their personality traits were significantly more likely to perform better overall and stick with their programs over time. The best exercises for extroverts Extroverts are characterized by being outgoing and sociable, so they thrive on energy and interaction. Workouts that feel like an active hangout are perfect, says Jenna Willis, celebrity trainer and wellness coach. 'Extroverts need that little healthy competition to push through that extra pushup,' she says. 'I always say my workouts feel like you're training with your bestie who just happened to bring dumbbells and a solid playlist. That kind of energy keeps extroverts engaged and hyped.' Read More: Should You Shower in the Morning or at Night? That's also what the researchers found in the latest study: extroverts tended to gravitate toward HIIT, spin, boot-camp classes, and team sports, because this format allowed them to feed off of others' energy and competition. 'It's not just about what burns the most calories,' says Willis. 'It's about what keeps you coming back. And honestly, if you're laughing through your lunges, no matter how bad the burn you're more likely to show up tomorrow.' The best exercises for introverts Introverts tend to prefer solitary activities and quiet environments, thriving when they can focus inward without feeling like they're performing for others, says Gillian Almeida, vice president of strategy and insights at Solidcore, a Pilates-style workout with classes across the U.S. 'The key is finding something that feels like 'me time' rather than social time,' she says. 'Yoga, swimming laps, hiking, 'or even traditional weight lifting where you can put in headphones and zone out' fosters the perfect inward focus.' Read More: Why Am I Sweating More Than I Used To? Research also shows that introverts enjoy methodical and repetitive workouts, where they know exactly what to expect. This can look like running or walking along the same trails or practicing tai chi. The Frontiers in Psychology study found that introverts were more likely to enjoy gentle, private exercises, like a solo walk or light home-based workouts. These workouts offer introverts autonomy, space, and a calming pace—supporting both physical health and emotional regulation. 'That said, some introverts surprise themselves by loving group fitness classes once they realize it's not about being the center of attention,' says Almeida. 'It's more like being part of something bigger while still having your own individual experience.' The best exercises for people with anxiety For someone who feels anxious or worried, quieter, low-pressure environments can make workouts more enjoyable. 'This can look like working out alone in your apartment gym, doing at-home workouts, yoga, swimming, tennis, golf, or any activity with a calm, focused vibe,' says Akin Akman, co-founder and CEO of AARMY, a fitness center featuring cycle and bootcamp classes. Read More: What Most People Overlook About Skin Cancer Like introverts, people with anxiety tend to enjoy slower-paced exercises and workouts in smaller settings or completely alone. The latest study found that this group thrived when doing private, low-intensity, and non-intimidating workouts; they were more likely to incorporate this into their routine compared to high-intensity group fitness classes. Research shows that exercise of any type for those with anxiety can significantly help. One study found that regular physical activity helps reduce anxiety by lowering stress hormones like cortisol and increasing calming neurotransmitters. 'Movement is seriously underrated therapy, especially when anxiety shows up uninvited,' says Willis. 'Sometimes, you just need to move through it.' Contact us at letters@
Forbes
01-07-2025
- General
- Forbes
3 Dating Checklist Essentials To Find Love, Backed By A Psychologist
The safest way to avoid falling for the wrong person is to define your non-negotiables early in the ... More dating phase. To many, dating today feels harder than it did a decade ago. The influx of countless dating apps in the market and the growing burnout from their use has drained much of the joy from the process. With endless swiping and distorted expectations on both sides, getting even the bare minimum feels rare, especially if you're looking for love and a long-term relationship with the prospect of a future together; not hookups, flings or someone who resembles your ex. So, the question then becomes, how do you find someone who's in it for the long haul? That's where a checklist can help. While dating profiles often highlight superficial traits or hobbies, people often overlook what truly matters — their non-negotiables. By setting clear boundaries and refusing to settle for less than you deserve, you can save yourself and your partner-to-be a lot of heartache. Here are three such non-negotiables you should consider giving the top spot in your dating checklist. 1. They Can Talk About Their Feelings When you find someone you are interested in, the first question you should ask yourself is, 'Are they emotionally available for me?' You don't necessarily need someone who's texting constantly or replying in a heartbeat, but someone who's there when it matters. When you share something meaningful with them, for example, a promotion at work or one good thing that happened in your day, how do they respond? Is it met with enthusiasm and curiosity, or with curt, bland or dismissive replies? Emotional availability often reflects the level of investment and commitment someone has in you and a potential future together. A 2015 review on emotional availability published in Frontiers in Psychology defined it as 'the ability of two people to share a healthy emotional connection.' Expanding on attachment theory in parent-child relationships, researchers found that emotional availability is centered around emotional warmth, sensitivity and responsiveness in everyday interactions. They measured it across six core areas: A. Four adult qualities: B. Two child qualities: The researchers discovered that a parent's increased emotional availability predicted improved emotional regulation, secure attachment and greater social skills in their children. Though the study reviewed emotional availability in parent–child dyads, researchers highlight that the principle can be used in all relationships, romantic or otherwise, where the emotional relationship between two people is crucial. So, look for a partner who offers you warmth, sensitivity and responsiveness while respecting your autonomy. They know how to communicate how they're feeling, and show up authentically and with vulnerability. You don't have to guess their feelings, because they involve you in their inner world. These traits reflect that they are emotionally available and attuned to you, rather than being consumed by their own emotions, needs or experiences. Such partners are able to self-regulate, while offering you the space and support to do the same. 2. They Share Your Core Values No amount of love or attraction can overcome differences in core beliefs, like religion, political views, whether you want kids or the kind of life you want for yourself. Compatibility in relationships means more than having common interests; it's a test of seeing if you're traveling in the same direction or if you're on completely different routes in life. When you discover you share the same hobbies, the same love for cats and long evening walks, it can feel like a serendipitous match. But if you discover their political ideology is the exact opposite of yours, or that they hold more traditional beliefs while you're more of a spontaneous and free-spirited person, it creates a knot that's hard to untangle and move past. In a 2023 study published in Personality and Individual Differences, researchers looked at the idea of compatibility — how well two individuals click, not necessarily how attractive each is separately. The researchers ascertained that individuals liked partners who were like them, particularly in long-term, serious relationships and in aspects such as lifestyle, opinions, morals, family, food, religion and leisure. Researchers also found that similarity/difference preferences in a partner were linked to one's style of loving. Those who scored high in Eros, a romantic and passionate style of loving, preferred similarity in romanticism, morals, appearance and empathy. Those who scored high in Pragma, a practical love orientation, preferred similarity in lifestyle, family beliefs, diet and intellectual level. On the other hand, those with an Agape love style, which is giving and altruistic, were more embracing of differences, especially in opinion, social interaction and intellectual style. These criteria can offer insight into what you need to align with another person on, and clearly, this is unique to you as a person. So, one non-negotiable on your checklist should be, 'Do we agree on things that truly matter to me?' 3. They Can Have Hard Conversations There will come a time when there are disagreements, misunderstandings or conflicts as you transition into a deeper relationship. These are inevitable, but can be beneficial in learning more about the other person and how the two of you function as a unit. Does your date get overly defensive, shut down entirely or stretch a disagreement into a week-long emotional rollercoaster? Or do they take initiative to repair, empathize and reconnect with you in the moment? When your chemistry is peaking with this person, don't forget to consider, 'How will they handle things at the tipping point?' Can they sit in discomfort, communicate through it and work toward resolution? If so, you've found someone who doesn't run at the first sign of uncertainty. Relationships take effort, and some require a more delicate touch than others. This is precisely why the skill of conflict resolution becomes a relationship dealbreaker for most couples. When both individuals become closed off during conflict, not much is left to save. When one is constantly reaching out and the other is stonewalling, there is only one doing the emotional labor. A relationship functions only when both individuals are accountable and showing up for the other person, reliably. A 2024 study, which looked at how individuals — including romantic partners — maneuver conflicts within close relationships, described four major conflict management styles: Researchers learned that individuals who practice positive problem solving — approaching disagreements openly and constructively — have longer and more satisfying relationships. On the other hand, negative strategies such as conflict engagement, withdrawal or compliance were associated with lower relationship satisfaction and more adjustment problems. Although every person has their own unique list, keeping these three non-negotiables at the top makes it more likely to find someone who will go the distance with you. The journey may seem overwhelming, especially if you're having multiple dates, conversations or letdowns, but adhering to a checklist of your deal-breakers will spare you a great deal of heartache later on, while guiding you toward a partner that's truly right for you. Are you as emotionally intelligent as the partner you're looking for? Take the science-backed Emotional Quotient Inventory to find out.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
15 Clear Signs You Have An Addictive Personality And Don't Realize
Addiction doesn't always look like bottles in the trash or casino binges. Sometimes it shows up in your compulsive need to check your phone, your inability to stop shopping after one click, or your total emotional collapse when your favorite show ends. While we often reserve the term 'addiction' for clinical diagnoses, many people live with addictive personality traits that go undetected—because they don't fit the stereotype. The reality is, addiction isn't always about what you use. It's often about what you're trying to escape. If you're someone who easily latches on to people, habits, or patterns—and letting go feels impossible—this list might hit uncomfortably close to home. Here are 15 signs you might have an addictive personality, and not even realize it. When something grabs your interest, it doesn't just capture your attention—it consumes you. You don't casually enjoy a new hobby, band, or workout app. You go all in, hard, fast, and relentlessly, often staying up late, spending impulsively, or spiraling into internet rabbit holes. This kind of intense, sudden fixation can feel like passion—but it's often a red flag of emotional dependency. According to Dr. Judson Brewer, an addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist, people with addictive tendencies show heightened brain activity in the habit-forming reward loops of the brain even when engaging with 'non-addictive' stimuli. The behavior isn't dangerous in isolation—but the pattern is. You swap one obsession for the next without ever sitting in stillness. You crave the high of discovery, but burnout and boredom always follow. And the cycle continues—because addiction doesn't always need substances. Sometimes it just needs novelty. You don't sip—you chug. You don't dabble—you dive. Whether it's TV, exercise, social media, or shopping, moderation feels unnatural and, frankly, boring. You tend to chase intensity in everything you do, which often results in burnout, regret, or chaos. What starts as fun often ends in depletion. People admire your energy, but beneath it is a frantic desire to feel something—anything—deeply. You might call it ambition or enthusiasm, but it's often emotional avoidance dressed up in productivity. You need stimulation to stay emotionally afloat. And without it, the silence gets deafening. You're not just doing the thing—you're using the thing. Whether it's food, exercise, scrolling, or texting someone you shouldn't, your go-to rituals are less about enjoyment and more about escape. According to a 2022 study in Frontiers in Psychology, people with addictive tendencies often use behaviors—especially digital ones—as self-soothing mechanisms in response to stress, anxiety, or emotional discomfort. Your rituals aren't hobbies—they're coping strategies. You may not notice it because you're high-functioning. But anytime you feel off, your first instinct is to reach for something. That reflex isn't about pleasure—it's about numbing. And when the mood crash hits, you're already looking for the next fix. You don't just acknowledge your unhealthy habits—you glamorize them. You refer to wine as your 'love language,' or proudly call yourself a caffeine addict like it's part of your personality. Instead of challenging the behavior, you make it cute. This isn't self-awareness—it's self-justification. And it's a common trap for people with addictive tendencies. The romanticizing gives you cover to keep going. It lets you avoid reckoning with the impact these habits have on your emotional or physical well-being. By branding it as quirky or edgy, you sidestep accountability. But deep down, you know you're not just being playful—you're rationalizing dependence. If something doesn't deliver a dopamine hit immediately, you're out. You ditch books that start slow, ignore emails that require thought, and lose interest in anything that takes time to pay off. According to research from Harvard's Center on the Developing Child, people prone to addiction often exhibit impaired delay-of-reward processing—meaning their brains are wired to seek immediate relief over long-term gain. This makes patience not just difficult, but almost physically uncomfortable. The problem is, life isn't built for constant highs. You find yourself chasing small bursts of stimulation at the cost of deeper fulfillment. It's not that you're lazy—it's that slow satisfaction feels emotionally unsafe. So you live in loops of short-term pleasure that never really satisfy. When things go quiet, you panic. You reach for your phone, snack out of habit, start scrolling, or text someone you shouldn't. Boredom doesn't feel neutral—it feels threatening. That discomfort isn't about the moment. It's about what might rise to the surface if you sit with yourself too long. Addictive personalities often mistake boredom for emptiness. You fill the space with stimulation to avoid confronting deeper emotional needs. But the constant need to 'do' leaves you disconnected from who you are without distraction. And eventually, distraction becomes your identity. You hold on to relationships, routines, or habits long past their expiration date. You rationalize, you wait it out, you convince yourself it'll feel different tomorrow. According to Dr. Gabor Maté, a renowned expert on trauma and addiction, addictive behaviors often stem from early patterns of clinging to comfort—even when it hurts. This creates a tolerance for emotional pain that feels familiar, even safe. Letting go feels like failure, even when it's liberation. You'd rather stay miserable than risk the unknown. And that emotional loyalty—though noble—can become toxic. Because when you're addicted to the familiar, growth feels like a betrayal. Everything is all or nothing for you, always. You're either obsessed or indifferent, invested or gone, on a cleanse or on a binge. Nuance feels too ambiguous, so you operate in absolutes. This kind of black-and-white thinking is common in people with high addiction potential. It's not that you're dramatic—it's that you're wired for intensity. Balance feels like mediocrity. But living in extremes eventually burns out your nervous system. And learning to live in the grey may be the hardest, healthiest shift you'll ever make. You quit one bad habit only to immediately develop another. You stop drinking but become obsessed with working out. You end a toxic relationship and suddenly can't stop shopping. You think you've 'fixed' the issue, but really, you've just redirected it. Addiction isn't always about the thing—it's about the emotional hole it's trying to fill. Substitution can feel like progress, but it's often a distraction from deeper healing. You tell yourself the new habit is healthier—but the compulsive energy remains the same. The real work begins when you sit with the space between behaviors. That's where the truth lives. If one is good, five must be better. You push yourself to extremes, whether it's work, workouts, sex, or spending. There's no 'off' switch—just a relentless drive to max out the experience. This kind of thrill-seeking is a common marker of reward-seeking neurochemistry tied to addictive traits. You don't trust yourself to stop midstream. You fear moderation will dilute the joy. But chasing the edge means you never feel fully satisfied. And that constant escalation becomes its own addiction. You're not just a creature of habit—you're emotionally married to your rituals. If your morning coffee, gym class, or skincare routine gets disrupted, your entire day feels off. It's not the change that unsettles you—it's the loss of emotional regulation. Those routines aren't just tasks; they're anchors. And without them, you feel untethered. This rigidity isn't about being disciplined. It's about leaning on structure to avoid uncertainty. You treat routines like lifelines, because they offer predictable emotional outcomes. But over-dependence on ritual can mask deeper instability—and prevent you from cultivating true flexibility. A single bite doesn't do it. One glass isn't enough. You equate satisfaction with saturation—if you're not overwhelmed, you're not fulfilled. This insatiability can masquerade as high standards or big appetites, but underneath, it often signals dysregulated dopamine systems. You're wired to crave more, not to appreciate enough. This makes it difficult to feel joy in simplicity. You're chasing peaks, not presence. And over time, it creates a numbness where nothing feels good for long. The tragedy isn't that you want too much—it's that you miss the magic of enough. Waiting feels like punishment. If a reward isn't instant, your motivation collapses. You're driven by immediacy, not strategy. But as psychologist Dr. Walter Mischel's famous 'marshmallow test' found, people who can delay gratification tend to have higher emotional resilience and better life outcomes. Addictive personalities, on the other hand, tend to resist patience like it's pain. This makes long-term goals harder to pursue. You're wired to want results now, even if it costs you later. That urgency can sabotage your success and lead to impulsive decision-making. Learning to slow down and tolerate the waiting might be the most healing thing you ever do. You don't just miss your favorite show—you feel anxious when it ends. When your routine changes, your emotions spiral. Even a weekend without social media leaves you jittery and unsettled. These are low-level withdrawal symptoms—subtle, but revealing. Your brain has attached a chemical reward to routine stimulation, and its absence feels like loss. You might brush it off as being 'sensitive' or 'creature-of-habit energy.' But what you're actually experiencing is dependency on micro-doses of dopamine. The highs aren't huge—but the withdrawals still sting. And noticing how often this happens might shift how you see your relationship with daily habits. You're the person who loves wine. Or skincare. Or astrology. Or your partner. Your identity becomes fused with what you consume, believe, or adore—and letting go of that feels like losing a piece of yourself. Addictive personalities often define their self-worth through external anchors. They aren't just into something—they are it. This makes detachment feel existential. You don't know who you are without the thing. But true healing begins when you can sit with your own identity, unlinked from your obsessions. You're not your habits—you're the person choosing them. And that difference matters.
Perth Now
05-06-2025
- General
- Perth Now
I'm drifting from my long-term partner. Should we break-up?
I've been with my partner for years, and from the outside, everything looks fine, we live together, we don't fight often, and we share responsibilities. But lately, I've felt… lonely. Like we're drifting apart even though we're right next to each other. Is this normal? And more importantly, what can I do about it? First things first: **yes, it's absolutely normal** but that doesn't mean it has to stay that way. You can be in a long-term, committed relationship, share a mortgage, raise kids, tag each other in memes, and still feel emotionally isolated. And you're not alone: a 2023 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that nearly 1 in 4 people in relationships experience emotional loneliness at some point, even when things seem 'fine.' This isn't about the absence of love, it's often about the absence of emotional connection. So… why do we feel lonely when we're not alone? The answer is simpler than you'd expect: We stop being curious about each other. It's easy to fall into the trap of 'I already know them.' But relationships thrive on continued curiosity. When conversations become purely logistical, 'Did you pay that bill?' 'Who's picking up the groceries?', intimacy can quietly erode. Secondly, our 'love languages' typically don't match up. You might crave quality time or words of affirmation, while your partner thinks doing the dishes is showing love. If you're not receiving love in the way you understand it, you'll feel emotionally undernourished, no matter how much is being given. Finally, disconnection creeps in gradually. Emotional distance often grows in silence. When we stop checking in, stop touching base, or ignore that tiny voice saying, 'something feels off,' we build parallel lives instead of an intertwined one. You're together… but not really together. So what can you do? Start with a gentle check-in. Say something like: 'I've been feeling a bit disconnected lately, and I miss us. I'd love to reconnect more, would you be open to talking about it?' This isn't to blame. It's an invitation. Take the time to relearn your partner's love language. Use this opportunity to ask each other: 'What makes you feel most loved by me?' You might be surprised by the answer. Then commit to small, daily actions in that language, even 5 minutes of intentional affection can go a long way. Create micro-moments of connection. Connection doesn't require grand gestures. It's built in the tiny moments, making eye contact over coffee, touching their arm as you pass by, or sending a midday 'thinking of you' text. These small sparks add up. Don't be afraid to get support. Sometimes, disconnection stems from deeper patterns, old wounds, communication issues, stress. Couples therapy or coaching can offer a safe space to rewire those dynamics (you know where to find me!). Feeling lonely in a relationship doesn't mean it's doomed, it means your heart is craving more. Because after all, more closeness, more being seen, more being known. And the good news? It's never too late to find your way back to each other. You're not alone in feeling alone and reaching out is already the first step home. Your Bestie, Amanda Amanda Lambros is a sexologist and relationship coach with almost two decades of experience who takes pride in her 'no b-s' approach to solving your problems. She is also a certified speaking professional and has written several books on relationships, health and business which have sold more than 150,000 copies. Do you have a question for Amanda? Email heybestie@ (don't worry, we won't publish your name!)
