I know I’m not for everyone. I am not a wordsmith who’s known for a vocabulary that requires a dictionary to pull in readers. When I write, I tend to avoid “big” words because I don’t talk like that.

In today's world where messages fly fast and attention is short, being able to express yourself clearly is more important than ever. Whether you're answering a question in class, writing an essay, or ...

Tonight my heart was crushed as my 17-year old daughter confessed to me she had cried not once but twice to two separate family members while we were together at a family birthday gathering. I was ...

Do you remember the children’s rhyme “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me?” It is one of the worst pieces of advice given to children and the cause of countless adult ...

The three major emotions are “happy,” “sad,” and “angry." But using a more nuanced word may help you get what you want. Happiness Let's say someone has given into your important request. Do you say ...