Posts by Annika Stepanov

Most everyday conversations usually go fine because you talk about the weather, your dog, what you’re having for dinner—it flows. But sometimes, someone says something that completely changes the tone,…

Choosing where to donate your hard-earned cash is an important decision. You want it to be for a good cause – to help someone in need. But not all charities are the…

If you’re a night owl, it’s a lifestyle - not just a way to pass time late at night. if you identify as a night owl, then you tend to…

Life was quite different back in the ’80s -- What was normal then can be unnerving or even shocking now. Our society has evolved a lot & our attitudes toward…

Gaslighting is really difficult to identify. It’s stealthy - and at times feels like you’re losing your footing. If you have ever had an interaction where you came away bewildered…

The media often gives the Boomer generation a bad name. Adopting crude stereotypes enables reporters and commentators to slap on a series of negative labels. This leads to misunderstandings and…

Sometimes it feels depressing to have spent years developing wisdom and knack, only to have it overlooked by the dominant culture of the day. We’re bombarded with an emphasis on…

Friendship is a fundamental part of life. We rely on our friends to support us, have fun with us, and make us feel like part of a group. But sometimes,…