We’re often too hard on ourselves. We’ve survived these past epic times of isolation, not seeing smiles in public, fear of getting sick and much more. If you were lucky enough not to endure the loss of a loved one, why has it been hard to snap back now that you’ve been vaccinated? You might …
I’m stuck when I’m not taking some kind of action. I keep looking for things to change, but thinking about it isn’t getting me there. Funny how that happens. Then, I can go to a place of feeling bad about not doing what I think I want to do. Most of us have these thoughts …
Here we all are, facing yet another transition – somewhat out of COVID times yet many of us aren’t feeling jazzed about it. A recent New York Times article on languishing went viral and hits the mark for many. In short it means, “I’m OK but not feeling focused or motivated.” You are not alone …
If you’re feeling like major changes seem to happen for you every couple years, you’re not alone, according to the book, Life Is In The Transitions by Bruce Feiler. He writes major “life disruptors” – both positive and negative – happen on average every 12-18 months. And, the pace of life changes are happening faster than they used …
Sometimes transitions are anticipated – and other times, like with COVID or being let go from a job, they happen suddenly. In either case, change isn’t easy and often brings up feelings of self-doubt and questioning. It’s how we respond to the challenges that arise that helps us come out the other side stronger – …
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Two thumbs up for Oprah’s very cool personality quiz that I think is totally worth your time to complete – and you don’t have to give your email address to take it – to get the results! The process of figuring out what’s next in your life is a journey that takes time and insights. …
Maybe the key these days is to think more about the future. Here the world is, caught up in the horror of covid-19. It’s hard to get away from all the chatter from friends, media social media and even in our own homes. But research suggests that it’s a good idea to think about the …
Perhaps you’re familiar with the book, The Happiness Curve by Jonathan Rauch. It’s a fun read and basically says life gets better starting around age 50. He writes that as we get older the research shows we shift away from competition and striving for success toward compassion and reframing how we look at life. We change our …
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The pandemic has certainly forced us all into a major life transition that calls for coping strategies. Here are some ideas I’ve found helpful to adjust to the new normal that you may not have considered: Try new stuff. What hobbies or interests might you explore? You probably are already walking and jogging a lot …
