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The Weaponization of Empathy in Relationships: A Double-Edged Sword
Emotional Blackmail Empathy —the ability to understand and share the feelings of another—is often celebrated as a cornerstone of healthy...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 73 min read


Entitlement and Relationships: Navigating the "You Owe Me" Mentality
You Owe Me Relationships thrive on mutual respect, effort, and understanding, but what happens when entitlement creeps in, distorting the...

Damien Blaauw
Feb 33 min read


Eroding Self-Worth: The Perils of Constant Comparison in Relationships
Comparison Is The Thief Of Joy In the age of social media and relentless connectivity, it’s nearly impossible to escape the temptation to...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 273 min read


The Invisible Impact of Emotional Labor on Modern Relationships
Emotional Labor In any relationship, emotional labor plays a pivotal role—a form of unspoken work that involves managing and nurturing...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 222 min read


The Emotional Cost of Chasing Unrealistic Expectations
Chasing Impossible In a world where society, media, and even close relationships bombard us with ideas of what we "should" achieve, it's...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 202 min read


Red Flags in Modern Relationships: What Every Man Should Know
Red Flags Navigating relationships in today’s world can feel like stepping through a minefield. The dynamics have shifted, and while love...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 153 min read


The Silent Crisis: Men and the Struggle for Validation
The Silent Struggle We often hear about the "man problem" in modern society. The finger is frequently pointed at toxic masculinity,...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 142 min read


Therapy: The Toolkit I Didn't Know I Needed
You Don't Know What You Don't Know I used to be skeptical—even dismissive—about seeing psychologists, psychiatrists, or engaging in...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 74 min read


Breaking the Cycle: Reclaiming Self-Worth and Building Healthier Relationships
Time To Break The Cycle The first few days of this New Year have been brutal for me, as I reflect on my relationships, recurring patterns...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 63 min read


Unlock Your Dreams: The Science and Art of Vision Boards for Life-Changing Results
Set Your Intention I’ve always been intrigued by the idea of vision boards—the promise of focusing your desires and watching your dreams...

Damien Blaauw
Jan 53 min read


The Silent Conversations...
Why Honesty in Relationships Feels Like a Farce I recently watched an episode of a television show that left me thinking more deeply...

Damien Blaauw
Dec 31, 20244 min read


The Test Before The Lesson...
They say hindsight is 20/20, and as I look back on my life, I’ve come to realize the truth of this statement. The lessons that felt...

Damien Blaauw
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Why Men are Opting Out of Relationships?
Lately, I’ve been reflecting on the state of relationships in today’s dating pool, and my outlook is growing increasingly grim. More and...

Damien Blaauw
Nov 19, 20244 min read


One-sided, No Thanks! I'd Rather be Alone.
The Great Divide: Why Men are Opting Out of Relationships I’ve experienced my share of ups and downs in my marriages and relationships....

Damien Blaauw
Nov 13, 20245 min read


Lone Wolf Chronicles
For much of my younger years, I found myself entangled in a binary classification that never quite fit who I was—was I an alpha male or a...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 28, 20244 min read


My Son, If I could teach you some things...
A Conversation with My Son Being a father is something uniquely complex. It's a role that evolves, and as your children grow into their...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 21, 20247 min read


My Daughter, If I could teach you some things...
A Letter to My Brave Daughter: Embracing Life’s Challenges with Strength and Values My dear girl, There are moments in life that test us...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 14, 20246 min read


My First-born, If I Could Teach You Some Things...
A Letter to My Daughter: Embracing Adulthood and Finding Yourself My dear daughter, I became a father thanks to you, Watching you step...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 8, 20246 min read


If I Could Teach You Some Things...
A Letter from My Younger Self: Finding Strength and Wisdom in Adulthood Hey there, It's me—well, a younger version of you. I’m writing...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 5, 20244 min read


The Uneven Scales of Love
I've often wondered if there’s a universal law that governs how much love should be shared in a relationship—an ideal balance where both...

Damien Blaauw
Oct 1, 20245 min read
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