No matter how good one might get at fighting off fists and feathers, there have been times throughout history when tickling was intentionally used as torture.

Fear often manifests itself when there’s something we know we want to do, but we’re hesitant to try because we might fail, get rejected, or be disappointed.

Just because you can doesn’t always mean you should. Learning to do everything on your own takes time, energy, and definitely drains your batteries.

Editing is that little voice in your head: “Should I say this? If I do will people get it? Will I look stupid? What if I get it wrong? Maybe I’ll just stand here and keep my mouth shut.”

Kindness at home? That’s usually pretty easy with our loved ones. Kindness at work? Where we spend 80% of our time? That can be a bit more of a challenge.