The Truth About Loneliness
I spend a great deal of time talking with people about unhappiness. And in many cases, loneliness is the culprit. At our core, we are wired to be in relationship and community with others, and when we’re not, we naturally feel sad and alone. In America, a society obsessed with happiness, loneliness has become somewhat […]
Normal Fighting or Sibling Bullying – Do You Know the Difference?
If you grew up with brothers and sisters, you’re likely all too familiar with sibling rivalry. From a young age, many siblings bicker, fight and compete over everything from toys to their parent’s attention. While much of it is characterized as normal behavior, sibling rivalry can cross the line. Thanks to the vast amount of […]
5 Tips for Managing Your Anger
Last spring I wrote a blog post about road rage. Somewhat surprisingly, it turned out to be one of my most popular posts—at least based on the number of comments and responses I received. It seems just about everyone can relate to the frustration of being cut off in rush hour traffic. That raises two […]
5 Unexpected Benefits of Helping Others
Looking for ways to boost your mood, lower your stress and lengthen your life? Consider volunteering. In addition to the good you’ll impart on others, research consistently shows a link between altruism and good health. And since April is National Volunteer Month, it’s a great time to start. In the meantime, here’s a closer look […]
Pulling the Plug on Stress
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes…including you.” – Anne Lamott In my line of work, I talk a lot about stress. Especially in America, where we are driven to be bigger, better, stronger and faster, stress is often seen as a badge of honor. Unfortunately, too much stress […]
Look on the Bright Side: Ways to Stop Ruminating
Ruminate: From the Latin root word ruminant – to chew the cud. Do negative thoughts sometimes feel like a broken record in your mind? If so, you’re probably ruminating. Ruminating, or repeatedly obsessing over a problem without resolution, is a harmful habit that is often associated with depression, anxiety and feelings of hopelessness. While ruminating […]
7 Tips for Getting Along with Your Spouse or Partner
Another Valentine’s Day has come and gone, and hopefully you had some time to let your spouse or significant other know how important they are in your life. That’s great if you did, but getting along with your spouse should be something you focus on throughout the year—not just in February. Unfortunately, the busyness of […]
Getting Along with Your Spouse or Partner
February has arrived, and that means Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. It’s the season for hearts, chocolate, red roses—and Cupid. Like many people, you may view the holiday as an annual check-up for your relationship. With that in mind, it seems like an appropriate time to share two points that often dictate the […]
Are You Guilty of Technology Overuse?
Most of us associate addiction with drugs, alcohol and gambling. When abused, these things have the ability to ruin lives. As time goes on, however, many people would argue that technology overuse should be added to that list. As of now, technology addiction, or Internet addiction disorder, is not included in the Diagnostic and Statistical […]
Tried-and-True Tips to Beat the Winter Blues
Although January is often hyped as a time of hope and new beginnings, it may also be associated with sadness and depression. From freezing temperatures and lack of sunshine to shorter days, many folks fall victim to the winter blues or a condition known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). If you are particularly down during […]
