Sitemap - 2019 - Practical Growth with E.B. Johnson
What to do when practice doesn’t make perfect
If you want to find happiness in 2020 start using applied self-compassion
The resolutions you can use to make your New Year the best one yet
This is how you and your partner are going to survive the holiday season
The most creative ways to deal with the loss of a loved one
Who deserves your forgiveness and who doesn’t
How adverse childhood experiences impact our adulthood
Start being authentic if you want to find joy in this life
The benefits of virtual relationships
How to survive the holidays when you’re chronically ill
Here’s what you need to know about high-functioning depression
The core disagreements every couple deals with
This is why you have commitment issues and this is how you can fix them
Are you resilient enough to make it through life?
This is how to maximize your gratitude
Start communicating more effectively with your partner
Survive your holiday breakup with these these techniques
The silver-lining inside our grief
These common sexual fantasies are healthy and this is why
Use intimate bonding to increase your happiness
Says the person who is trolling on MEDIUM?
If you can’t avoid fake news you need to learn how to deal with it
Being happy on your own is the only way to thrive
Living with a depressed partner
I’d say you have to start with yourself first.
If you want to prevent breakups and infidelities this is what you need to do
When your winter brain is really seasonal affective disorder
Take heart, female entrepreneurs. You can make it.
Let go of the toxic people in your life before they destroy you
If you’ve betrayed someone you love this is how to come back
You can find inspiration in the midst of depression
Thanks for your insight, Abe. Next time – I recommend leaving a private comment. Thanks!
How to come back from a major betrayal
Making money comes down to changing the way you think about it
Why you should nurture your empathy right now
If you’re feeling overwhelmed voluntary solitude might be what you need
This is everything you should consider before getting a new dog
Can’t get over your ex? This is why
How to deal when one partner is more invested than the other
Don’t let your new relationship energy get out of control
Medium Writers: There’s no excuse for not making your stories more inclusive
Stop over-functioning for others
The surprising ways negativity might be undermining your happiness
Understanding the highly sensitive person
Understanding the different attachment styles
Coping with Quiet BPD comes down to understanding it
The essential ingredients of forgiveness
Then why don’t you go write something worth reading?
Thank you! And thanks for reading.
Thank you and thanks for reading.
Dealing with confidence issues
We pressed our ears to the earth
This was a really great piece with a lot of insight I had never realized before.
Overcome your fear of failure and create the life you want
This is how to use value triggers to improve your life
Rituals can help you resolve your grief
Using the 5 core personality traits to thrive
This is why you’re running out of empathy
Become a more efficient communicator by knowing your communication style
How to stop being a pushover and start being more assertive
Stop letting shame hold you back from the things you want in life
Work is wearing you down. This is how you can bounce back.
Signs you’re starting to recover from a toxic childhood
The secrets to living a happier life
The things your partner should never hesitate to do
This is why your on-again-off-again won’t work out
Thank you for reading, and best of luck on your continued path to recovery.
Signs of a total lack of respect, for sure.
Recovering from a devastating breakup
Mental health is not an excuse to continue on in a toxic relationship.
Overgeneralizing is dangerous and this is why
Toxic Positivity: Dealing with a good thing gone too far
Thank you – and thanks for reading!
The 7 day guide to incorporating mindfulness into your everyday life
The 4 rules of self-care you should be incorporating into everyday life
Go from night owl to morning person with these simple tricks
The questions you should be asking yourself if you think you’ve found “the one”
Get over your reading slump with these tips from the literary pros
The 6 basics of intimate bonding we should all be using
Thank you for reading. Glad you found it helpful.
It sounds like you are on the right track. Best of luck to you and thanks for reading!
You know you can just go on Facebook if you want to be a miserable git, right?
These are the relationship red-flags you shouldn’t ignore
You were thankless among the lily eaters
Using incentives to build positive habits
These are the things you should never rely on your partner for
Wishing you the best of luck on your journey.
The problem with your point, however, is that it is lying.
Like the curve of a petal you turn
This is how to tell the difference between your emotions
Take the 7 day self-love challenge to transform your life
This is how to have hard conversations
The unique difficulties of being a female entrepreneur (and how to overcome them)
There were lilies there scattered
Yes. It is possible to thrive after depression.
Use these techniques to help tame your anxiety
Time doesn’t heal all wounds (but you can)
There’s an otherness that comes
So true. We have to be open to learning something new so we can see things from different…
This is how narcissists use sex to control you
How to deal with disrespect the right way
The worst ways to save your relationship
If you’re a tech entrepreneur you should be focusing on your MVP
It’s an incredibly hard choice, but the necessary one sometimes.
If you’re looking for peace of mind this is how you get there
The most dangerous types of narcissist (and how to avoid them)
The Pieces In-Between (An Excerpt)
This is what’s tearing your relationship apart and this is how you can fix it
Letting go of the anger you harbor toward your parents
What were the costs when you met me?
These are the steps you can take to help someone in an abusive relationship
Survive and thrive when bad things happen
Overcoming your fear of intimacy
Use the Sprinting Theory to transform your productivity
Kindness is always the best policy and this is why
How social media is actually making you feel more alone
Beat your burnout and find your happiness again
Challenge your negative thoughts and improve the quality of your life
Letting go of our grudges to find happiness again
Understand your emotional baggage to improve the quality of your life
Why you keep choosing the same toxic relationships over and over again
How to apologize the right way
When we kissed it didn’t mean forever
I am sorry to hear that you experienced that, but it sounds like you learned the lessons you needed…
How to forgive when it feels like you’ll never heal
Thank you, I put a substantial amount of research into my articles, and am 99.9%
People pleasing doesn’t work and this is why
Start living life on your own terms every single day
Thank you! For the other side of the coin: Learning to live after betraying someone you love.
Thank you and thank you for taking the time to read and respond.
The truth about your nightmares (and how to limit their effects)
The 7 essential skills entrepreneurs should cultivate
The biggest legends talk their most iconic looks
The world’s first drag event app is officially here
A need to be constantly attached to a significant other usually comes from toxic insecurity more…
Thank you so much. Good luck to you on your journey to healing.
The 6 best approaches for handling major change
Sit with me a while; tell me stories
Boost your self-esteem to improve the quality of your life
That is hard to hear, but extremely commedable that you were able to learn from the past and…
How to identify (and deal with) outside threats to your relationship
Are you in an emotionally abusive relationship?
Then there's another problem going on.
Writing prompts to get you started this week
The things you need to keep in mind when loving someone with depression
When she whispered “no” it made no difference
You need to start living an intentional life — and you need to do it now
Thanks so much and thank you for taking the time to read and respond.
LeNora Faye thank you so much for reading and for sharing.
No, I don’t want children. Yes, I am sure about this choice.
Getting them to open up to you
Thank you so much, and thank you for reading!
How to cope when they can’t come home again
How to cope when we need to let go
How technology is making us passive-aggressive (and how to put a stop to it in 5 steps)
What kind of anger archetype are you?
Exactly. Thank you so much for reading.
I agree. A lot of health benefits to be had from tea, and it’s great for our mental wellbeing in…
Breaking your bad relationship habits so you can find happiness again
Prick a shadow; let it fall to the earth.
Codependent Relationships: Understanding them is the key to overcoming them
This was terrifying and extremely well written.
Stop avoiding the hard stuff and start dealing with your problems using these simple techniques
Thank you so much and thanks for taking the time to read it. That’s very kind of you.
I was standing on the edge of a meadow
Dealing with dismissive parents
This was really eye-opening and a brutally open piece.
Jinkx Monsoon addresses those pesky underdog edits once and for all
The best fantasy writing prompts that will help you get back to crafting
Overcome your analysis paralysis by getting to the root of your need to overthink
I feel the wind like the hand of a lover
The 6 signs your in-laws are interfering (and how to deal with it)
Hold Onto Those Cheekbones: Trixie Mattel’s new cosmetics line is coming
One Line Wednesday: Short and sweet writing prompts that will get the wheels spinning again
Relax: You’re a likable person
Kiss me if you feel like it will make a difference
Stop self-sabotaging. You deserve good things.
That’s it. You have to learn how to make yourself happy – no one else can do that for you!
Absolutely! If that’s a possibility, it’s often the best one to pursue.
How to deal with (and win against) passive aggressive people
That’s an incredibly hard thing to do, but something that’s unfortunately necessary sometimes in…
Writing prompts to get your creativity back in action this week
The death of my mother killed the friend I used to be
Why your imposter syndrome is really your best friend
Stop compromising yourself. The world doesn’t appreciate it.
Love some good writing prompts from Reddit! Thanks for stopping by and sharing.
Unrequited Love: How to deal when they don’t love you back
I’m glad you’ve found writing (and books) — it’s never too late to start enjoying them!
How to challenge and replace our negative thoughts and emotions
The best writing prompts to get your creative juices going this week
Wow, what a powerful response. Thank you for reading and thanks for taking the time to respond.
Resolve your relationship conflicts with these powerful techniques
Healing from Childhood Trauma: It’s not impossible. It’s just hard.
We find the words we need when we need them. Thanks for stopping by and reading. Glad I could help!
Wow, you’re too kind! Thank you so much — and thanks for reading.
How to end your emotional dependency
Turn your regrets into the fuel you need to succeed
If you want to fix your relationship this is what you should be focusing on
Quick to take offense? Stop taking everything so personally.
You think you’re laughing *at* Scarlet Envy? Joke’s on you…
Thank you so much for reading.
It’s Monday. How the f*ck am I going to make it through this week?
The women of history deserve more than your historical romances
How plants let go of their leaves
Growing up Critical: How to recover from an overly critical childhood
The most creative date ideas (that don’t require you to leave the house)
Exactly! Thanks so much for stopping by and having a read.
How to live when you want to die
How to let go of the toxic people in our lives (even when they’re family)
How to stay healthy when you’re the busiest person in the world
It’s better to play nice and this is why
I don’t want to talk about what you want to talk about (and that’s okay)
The undeniable truths that can transform our lives
How to improve your life in just one month
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it.
Thank you and thanks for giving it a read.
Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed it.
Sure. But I would hope that those who are struggling with true mental illness are seeking genuine…
The 7 things we should all do before we die
Why you should always think twice before posting on social media
Why is ambition so attractive?
The most tactful ways to let someone know they’ve overstayed their welcome
The daily habits with the biggest impact on your productivity
How to survive when you’re struggling emotionally
The power in finding your presence
Thank you for reading, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
I’m sorry that you had to experience that too.
The subtle signs that your self-esteem is under attack (and how to stop it)
I would have to agree. The best revenge is a life well-lived.
Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed.
How to come back from an unforgettable heartbreak
How to make the best out of anything
Love isn’t what you think it is
The uncomfortable truths we should be telling ourselves every day
The best ways to deal with unsolicited advice
The mindful social media practices that will make you happier
Why learning to love my body is the hardest thing I’ve ever done
If you really want to be happy stop trying so hard
Digital Detoxing: The how and why of when it’s time to go black
It’s time to stop lying to yourself and start getting real
Let’s admit it: Facebook is bad for us
Chapter 5 (Part II & III) — The Ceremony
This is why you’re actually so miserable (it’s not what you think)
How we can maintain our inner peace (while the world goes crazy)
Unbridle your natural creativity with this simple approach
If you want to be more successful in life try being more proactive
Thanks. Like to make sure I cover all the bases.
Everything I learned from watching 13 seasons of Snapped in a month
Early access to Chapter 5 (Parts II & III)
The crazy ways my life improved after deleting Facebook from my phone
Chapter 5 (Part I): The Ceremony
The brutally honest writing truths I wish someone would have told me
If You’re a Writer You Should be Writing for Medium and This is Why
The 10 health habits that can also improve your productivity
Clean your house in 24 hours with this complete spring cleaning guide
Boost your brain power with these 12 easy hacks
How to Bounce Back after Some Seriously Bad Luck
The best ways to jump-start your morning (even if you aren’t a morning person)
How to reach out to someone when you’re living with depression
Working from home? These are the 20 best ways to stay productive
How to find inspiration in life when you’re feeling depressed
The 14 felonies of Trump according to Michael Cohen
I’ve made this move recently as well and it’s made a world of difference in my life.
The 12 best ways to make this the most productive weekend ever
How to be more positive when you’re feeling like a Debbie Downer
The 11 self-editing basics that will help you conquer your first draft
Chapter 4: The Curse of the Demon
How to recover after letting things slip through the cracks
How to change careers when you’re (almost) in your 30’s and have no idea what you’re doing
The miraculous way I changed my life by simply changing my thinking
Beat the Monday Morning Blues and get set for success this week
The best room-by-room tips for organizing your home quickly.
The 15 DIY home organizing hacks that will blow your mind
The best tricks for staying organized after diving into KonMari.
Home Sweet Home: The 5 tiny homes that will have you saying goodbye to on-the-grid living.
How to conquer your day every day — stress and anxiety be d*mned.
This is brilliant and so honest.
Organizing 101: A room-by-room home organizing crash course
Thank you, Jim. Glad you enjoyed it.
I agree. There are great ways to get feedback that don’t require spending a fortune before you’re…
Really? I’m not going to lie. Very tempted to put one on my office.
The 10 basics to organizing events for friends and family
You’re an exceptional writer. Wow!
The best sustainable fashion brands for women by women
The simple habits that can make your life healthier.
The best last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts you can still snag on Amazon
The ultimate list of creative Valentine’s Day date ideas.
The 5 Psychology-Approved Tricks You Can Use to Reframe a Negative Mindset
I agree. Hopefully more people realize that they *can* create the future they want.
Ready to go from just average to great? Try these simple tweaks.
12 Bestselling Authors Give You Their Best Writing Tips
Cooking for one? Discover the easiest and healthiest recipes for solo diners.
Thank you, Natalie Fagan and Lee Peyton!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you for reading, Sandra.
Why you don’t need a professional editor to get published
Forget the Boys: This Galentine’s Day it’s all about the girls.
The 10 wardrobe essentials that every woman should have in her closet
Disney World Travel Hacks: 10 Walt Disney World Secrets That Only Insiders Know
Out-of-Sight Storage Solutions for Impossibly Small Spaces
Getting Started: The Beginner’s 5 Step Guide to Getting Organized
Plan the ultimate romantic scavenger hunt for your Valentine’s Day crush
The 10 Simple Habits That can Help Keep You Organized
The 11 best ways to stay motivated and inspired to achieve your goals
The Nomadic Gardener: 10 reasons you should start container gardening in 2019
Millennial Boss: Boost your productivity in 4 simple steps
5 of the most common publishing lies writers are told over and over
The top 10 habits of highly organized people
The Grub Down: 7 Instagram chefs to get inspired by in 2019
The best essential oils that can help you fade dark spots fast.
Still leaving your shoes on inside the house? Not after these 7 shocking facts.
Prateek Joshi thank you very much!
Tips for falling asleep and staying asleep — the natural way.
It’s official! Coming at you in 2019: the world’s first drag event app.
The 21 things that all boss b*tches need to start doing immediately
Hold onto those hats! Marvel’s newest hero is a queen for the people.
Welcoming to the stage: the world’s first free drag school.
Spring Cleaning 101: Deep Clean Your Home With This Room-By-Room Guide
The 5 diet detox treats you can eat non-stop while still losing weight
Stop taking sh*t and learn to stick up for yourself with these 10 great tricks
The 21 easiest cleaning habits that equal big results
Want to be more successful? Try these 13 simple hacks.
The sensible guide to getting your sh*t together.