All too many parents are concerned when their adult children appear unable or unwilling to take that next step to becoming responsible adults. It’s a lot easier to label this as laziness or lack of discipline. You may even hear people say, “This is what happens when you don’t have …
Can we take a break from this relentless pursuit to “upgrade” ourselves into better versions of who we are? Recently, someone wanted to gift me a few books on spiritual healing and self-growth. I would have grabbed them with glee some years back, added them to my “to read” list, …
Loving a narcissist can be one of the most emotionally draining experiences of your life. Whether you choose to stay or walk away, your approach has to change for your own peace of mind. What Is a Narcissist? The word ‘narcissist’ is thrown around a lot these days, but not …
Bitterness fades gradually once we understand what exactly is important in life. This understanding of our values leads to finding out who we are, and with that awareness comes the softening of resentment and anger. Why We Feel Bitter People often ask at social gatherings, “What do you do? It …
Belonging at work isn’t just about fitting in, it’s about being valued for who you truly are. Through consistency, appreciation, trust, and empathy, any organization can create a culture where people don’t just strengthen the workplace, they help it grow. Lessons from “How to Train Your Dragon” In the movie …
Let’s face it, Mondays tend to be the enemy. Having two days of freedom under our belts, returning to work mode can be like colliding into a wall. It’s not the beginning of the week that we fear; it’s the transition in who we’re supposed to be. But here’s the …
Jim and Yolanda appeared drained. With 13 years of marriage and four children, their relationship had lost its spark. Each one felt trapped and estranged. Jim actually said, “I’m just tolerating this marriage.” He posed a powerful question: “Is it possible to still crave your spouse after all these years?” …
Have you ever had the experience where you felt like you’re stuck with your life not changing, yet your stress, anxiety, or peace of mind changed suddenly? That’s precisely what occurred to one of my clients. She had been monitoring her cortisol (the stress hormone) for months. Initially, they were …
Having spent many years, I recently created an eight-week course on “Adulting.” Last month, I asked a few people’s to share the three to five most significant lessons they had learned about growing up. In order to make it equitable, I did the same assignment myself contemplating on what I’ve …
There will come a time perhaps years or centuries in the future when your name will be mentioned for the last time ever. It’s a still, sobering reflection. But it can make you live differently today. We don’t usually take time to consider our own death. But when we do, …