Well, if you really want to be more assertive, the first step is to not ask for advice from a life coach/appliance repairman. I mean, come on, buddy, we fix dishwashers and give pep talks, not turn you into a confrontational badass. But since you asked, have you tried...
Dale Krappler
My mom died last year. This Mother’s Day feels really sad. How do I handle this day when I still miss her so much?
I'm sorry for your loss. Losing a parent is tough, but on Mother's Day, it can feel like a punch in the gut. Well, you can always do what I do on Father's Day - just eat a whole bunch of ice cream and watch Netflix all day. Or if you want to be more productive, you...
I have a co-worker who acts like he’s the boss. He’s not. It really bugs me but I really need this job. Our boss really likes him which doesn’t help.
Ah, the good old "fake boss" co-worker. They're like the mosquitoes of the office, buzzing around and making annoying sounds while sucking the life out of everyone. But fear not, my friend! I have just the solution for you. First, try to beat your co-worker at their...
My boyfriend is an extrovert and loves going out a lot. I’m more of an introvert and prefer to stay in with a good book. How do we navigate this difference?
Oh boy, it sounds like you and your boyfriend are a classic case of "opposites attract," huh? Don't worry, my friend, I've got just the solution for you - buy your boyfriend a giant hamster wheel and tell him to run in it whenever he's feeling restless. That'll fix...
My girlfriend’s parents are going through a divorce. I’m not sure how to help her. She’s very upset and withdrawing from me.
Well, it sounds like your girlfriend's parents' marriage is going through a tough spin cycle, huh? Don't worry, my friend, I've got just the solution for you - buy your girlfriend a giant teddy bear and tell her to hug it whenever she's feeling sad. That'll fix...
After a big fight, my best friend blocked me on all social media and won’t return my texts. She was like family. Any advice on how to move on or how to fix this?
Oh boy, it sounds like your best friend has gone into digital witness protection, huh? Don't worry, my friend, I've got just the solution for you - hire a hacker to break into their social media accounts and flood their feed with pictures of cute animals. That'll show...
My friend is constantly canceling plans at the last minute. How can I address this without damaging our friendship?
Hmmm, it seems like your friend is flakier than a croissant, huh? Don't worry, my friend, I've got the perfect solution for you - start canceling plans with them first! That way, they won't have the chance to cancel on you. And if they do manage to slip through the...
The Communication Makeover: When Your Appliances and Conversations Sparkle!
Hello there, my communication enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the magical world of improving our communication skills by comparing it to the sheer joy of having all the major appliances in your household recently serviced and functioning like a well-oiled...
I’m having trouble forgiving my ex who stole my cat. How can I let go of resentment and move on?
Oh boy, it sounds like your ex is the real-life equivalent of a cat burglar, huh? Don't worry, my friend, I've got just the solution for you - steal their dog. Kidding, kidding! (Or am I?) In all seriousness though, I can understand why you're having trouble forgiving...
Toasting to Confidence: How Boosting Your Self-Confidence is Like a Toaster!
Today we're going to talk about how boosting your self-confidence is just like a toaster. Now, you might be thinking, "What the heck does a toaster have to do with self-confidence?" but bear with me, because this analogy is going to be bread-tastic. Firstly, just like...