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We were not meant to be solitary creatures.  We have a drive within us to seek out relationships, whether it’s through family, friends, or a romantic partner.  Friends can be so beneficial in fact, that in Glamour magazine’s March issue they reported on a study that had people carry a large load up a hill;  when accompanied with a friend, that load or the climb didn’t appear as heavy or high.  But what do you do when there are no friends to help you carry your load?  Just like in Rachel’s article, givers can sometimes find themselves alone due to constantly being there for others, and not finding anyone in their corners.  Here are seven different ways for you to encourage yourself when the load seems too heavy to burden by yourself.

After 25 years, it’s hard to believe that Oprah will no longer appear on our television screens every weekday afternoon to share some wisdom, make us laugh, cry or inspire us to do better. While many of her fans are surely sad to see her go, Oprah told the audience in her last show, that this moment is not bittersweet for her. It’s just sweet.

If you missed the final episode, check out this clip to see what our longtime, daytime friend had to say to her audience.

What did you think of the final episode will you miss Lady O?