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- Moving Beyond Grief and Loss
[Self-Improvement:Grief-Loss] In my work as a coach and therapist, I have seen many clients dealing with losses of all kinds-loss of loved ones through death and divorce, for instance. These experiences are difficult for everyone. Stages of Recovery from Loss - There are some predictable stages that most people pass through after losing something or someone important.
- Solution-Focused Therapy
[Self-Improvement] Most types of psychotherapy involve exploring feelings, being validated, finding explanations, exploring wishes and dreams, setting goals, and gaining clarity. Every therapist has unique ways of working with clients, based on his or her personality, training, and views of how people change. A solution-focused therapist is likely to do the following:
- Powerful Tips For Increasing Your Child's Self-Esteem
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Here is a list of ways to convey the message "You are worthwhile" to your children. This list could fill a hundred newsletters, since the ways to raise responsible, happy children are limited only by our imaginations. Here are some places to begin.
- Recognizing Depression's Warning Signs
[Health-and-Fitness:Depression] Depression is a serious illness, not a harmless part of life. It is a complex disorder with a variety of causes. It is never caused by just one thing.
- Resolving Conflicts Effectively
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] Every relationship has conflicts. In some relationships, conflict is a serious problem; in others, differences seem to be resolved without creating a major incident. Think about the kinds of conflicts that happen in your daily life.
- Should I Leave My Job?
[Business:Careers-Employment] Most of us have to work for a living. Since we spend so many hours each week at our jobs, it's very important that there is a good fit. If you have been feeling less enthusiastic about your work situation recently, maybe you have even begun to wonder if it is time to move on.
- Effective Ways to Give Performance Feedback
[Business:Management] Consequences of Not Giving Effective Feedback - Let's take a look at some typical examples of what goes on in work environments when managers don't give good feedback. Example #1: John has been working at his new job for one month. On his first day at work, Wilma, his boss, showed him what to do and got him started on a project.
- How to Create a Positive Work Atmosphere
[Business:Management] Positive versus Negative Workplaces - We have all worked in places where we grew to dread getting up in the morning, and a few of us have had the pleasure of working for a boss who makes us feel like we can do anything. Let's take a look at the differences between a positive and a negative work environment.
- Is Your Company in Need of Family Therapy?
[Business:Management] How Companies Are Like Families - Like a family, a company is a group of people who have an ongoing relationship with one another. Companies have several things in common with families:
- Build Your People Skills
[Relationships] How would you like to get along even better with others in your personal relationships and in the workplace? Getting along well with people sounds kind of general and is difficult to do much about, so let's break it down into some manageable and specific skills. By building the following skills, you will get along well with others:
- Should I Leave This Relationship?
[Relationships:Conflict] How do you know when it's time to say goodbye to a relationship? In any intimate relationship-especially in a marriage-it's not a good idea to let a doomed partnership drag on, simply to avoid the pain of a breakup.
- Assertive Communication - 20 Helpful Tips
[Business:Workplace-Communication] Most of us know that assertiveness will get you further in life than being passive or aggressive. But few of us were actually taught how to be assertive. Here are some helpful tips.
- Negotiating Difficult Life Transitions
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] Life is a process of beginnings and endings. In both life and nature, there are times when things move slowly and don't seem to change very much. Then, suddenly, things change quickly.
- Why Do I Procrastinate?
[Self-Improvement:Time-Management] All of us procrastinate on occasion. For some people, it's a chronic problem; for others, it's only a problem in certain life areas. Procrastination is always frustrating because it results in wasted time, lost opportunities, disappointing work performance, and generally feeling bad about yourself.
- Coping As a Caregiver
[Home-and-Family] Few people are prepared for the responsibilities and tasks involved in caring for loved ones who are ill, elderly, or disabled. The success of the relationship between you and your loved one depends on several factors. One of the most important is how well you take care of yourself, empowering yourself to be there for the person you are caring for.
- Effective Strategies For Stopping Procrastination
[Self-Improvement:Time-Management] You will have the greatest success if you read the first newsletter and take some time to observe your own procrastination patterns. Once you have accomplished that, choose a few of the strategies outlined here. Keep working at it until you understand what you need to do to stop putting things off.
- Stress Busting Strategies
[Self-Improvement:Stress-Management] Learn to have healthy relationships: This subject could fill an entire book. In the limited space of this newsletter, let's look at the key components of this stress-reducing strategy.
- How Do You Change Yourself?
[Self-Improvement:Happiness] What Is Happiness? If you are thinking about changing your life for the better, one way to start is by identifying your goals. You are probably hoping to find some version of happiness or emotional well-being.
- Become More Self-Confident
[Self-Improvement:Self-Esteem] Signs of Self-Confidence - Let's explore the meaning of self-confidence by taking a quiz. Read the list of statements below and check which ones, in your opinion, are signs of self-confidence.
- Managing Sibling Rivalry
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] It is human nature to feel competitive and envious toward others. A moderate spirit of competition is a positive and productive attribute in school and in business. Sibling rivalry is a normal part of growing up in families.
- The Impact of Divorce on Families
[Relationships:Divorce] As a licensed mental health professional, I work with many individuals, couples, and families who are affected by divorce. I see the devastating effects that breakups can have and am dedicated to helping people develop the skills to cope with experiences like divorce.
- Recovering From a Career Crisis
[Business:Careers-Employment] Why a Career Crisis Is So Devastating. A career crisis is almost always devastating because it can impact your life in so many ways. Here are a few examples:
- Keeping Your Anger Under Control
[Self-Improvement:Anger-Management] In my work with individuals and couples, I see many people who have a difficult time expressing and managing angry feelings. Let's take a look at what causes people to become angry and how they can respond to stressful situations more productively. What Is Anger?
- How to Communicate Constructively
[Relationships:Communication] Destructive communication erodes self-esteem and harms relationships. Such communication patterns may be destructive, but, sadly, plenty of people fall into the trap of indulging in them. If you and your relationship partners follow these rules and steer clear of the traps of destructive communication, you will almost certainly feel better about each other and your relationship.
- How to Be Less of a Perfectionist and Enjoy Life More
[Self-Improvement:Personal-Growth] You will have the greatest success if you read the first newsletter and take some time to observe your own perfectionist patterns. Once you have accomplished that, choose a few of the strategies outlined here. Keep working at it until you understand what you need to do to accept your imperfections and humanness.
- How to Deal Effectively With Anxiety
[Health-and-Fitness:Anxiety] Every human feels anxiety on occasion; it is a part of life. All of us know what it is like to feel worry, nervousness, fear, and concern. We feel nervous when we have to give a speech, go for a job interview, or walk into our boss's office for the annual performance appraisal.
- Negotiating Skills Will Get You Ahead
[Business:Negotiation] Negotiating skills can help you manage lots of different kinds of life situations, both at work and in your personal relationships. Here are a few examples of where these skills can help you build an even better life for yourself: 1. Many family situations require negotiating with others.
- Managing Your Stepfamily
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] If you are a member of a stepfamily, you know how difficult it can be to integrate all of the new members and adjust to the new boundaries and rules. The following ideas may help you make a successful transition during this challenging process. Have patience.
- How to Parent Your Teen Effectively
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Maintain Communication - Even though teens need to separate from their parents during adolescence, they also need to know that the safety net of home and family is always there for them. If the lines of communication are shut down, they are not yet capable of surviving emotionally; they need support and input. Let's take a look at a few guidelines for keeping the lines of communication open between parents and teenagers.
- How to Enhance and Enrich Your Marriage
[Relationships:Marriage] Any marriage counselor will tell you that one of the most common problems observed when couples come for help is poor communication skills. People get into trouble in their marriages because they have not developed their ability to listen and communicate.
- Tune Up Your Relationship
[Relationships:Enhancement] Why do some relationships last forever and others fall apart? Here are some ways you can make your partner feel appreciated again and prevent your relationship from becoming a casualty.
- Coping With Infertility
[Home-and-Family:Pregnancy] Infertility is a medical problem that results in the inability to conceive a child or carry a pregnancy to full term. A couple is usually diagnosed as infertile after one year of frequent, unprotected, sexual intercourse. It is estimated that 10 to 15% of couples are infertile.
- Surviving Those Holiday Blues
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] Not everyone shares in the celebration and joy associated with the holidays. Many people feel stressed and unhappy in response to the demands of shopping for gifts, spending large amounts of money, attending parties and family gatherings, and entertaining houseguests. It is not uncommon to react to these stresses with excessive drinking and eating, difficulty sleeping, and physical complaints.
- Achieving Success Through Effective Goal Setting
[Self-Improvement:Goal-Setting] It is important to have goals because they are good for your physical and mental health. You can have goals for all areas of your life. Here are a few ideas: Career, Learning, Clubs, Money, Community, Politics, Contribution, Professional, Emotional, Reading, Family, Relationships, Health, Service, Home, Spiritual Interests, Travel.
- Unlock Your Potential Through Self-Awareness
[Self-Improvement:Success] Signs of Discontent - You don't need a degree in psychology to know when you're off-track, but sometimes it creeps up on you. It can seem like you wake up one day and realize that things are not right. These are a few of the signs:
- Should I Consult a Therapist?
[Self-Improvement] Most of us experience times when we need help to deal with problems and issues that cause us emotional distress. When you are having a problem or dilemma that is making you feel overwhelmed, you may benefit from the assistance of an experienced, trained professional. Professional counselors and therapists offer the caring, expert assistance that people need during stressful times.
- Use a Journal For Self-Discovery and Self-Expression
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] As a therapist, I often suggest to clients that they explore their feelings and thoughts by keeping a journal. Sometimes clients ask for a bit of direction with this process. Here are some journaling ideas if you're not sure where to start:
- Managing Your Perfectionism
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] What Is Perfectionism? This is the first of two newsletters that address perfectionism. In this issue, we will explore what perfectionism is and why it is destructive.
- How to Effectively Balance Your Work and Family Life
[Self-Improvement:Success] What Is Your Definition of Success? If you want to create balance in your life, it is important to know how you define success. The following list is a place to start.
- How to Forgive Another For Past Hurts
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] No one gets through life without being hurt by another person. We all have experienced the pain of a thoughtless remark, gossip, or lie. If you have experienced an unhappy marriage, the devastation of infidelity, or suffered physical or emotional abuse, you know what it feels like to be hurt.
- Help! I Need to Make a Decision!
[Self-Improvement:Coaching] How to effectively make decisions. How to become a skilled decision maker.
- Depression - What it is and What You Can Do About It
[Health-and-Fitness:Depression] There are three basic ways to treat depression: psychotherapy, self-help, and medication. Many people respond best to a combination of two or more methods. Psychotherapy: Exploring one's beliefs and ways of thinking, and learning new ways of thinking and behaving, with the guidance of a professional.
- Let Go of Your Past
[Self-Improvement:Techniques] People have a difficult time letting go of the past because they are held back by unfinished business. They may regret choices they have made or feel guilty about past actions. As long as guilt and regret are not resolved, it is difficult to move forward.
- How to Recover From Divorce
[Relationships:Divorce] Strategies and coping mechanisms for recovering from divorce.
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