When you’re stressed, you’ll likely do whatever it takes to feel more relaxed in the moment. But wouldn't it be nice if you had a way to help yourself before encountering stressful situations? This is where resilience comes in. When you build resilience, you can manage
“I’m not mad; I’m disappointed.” This is one of the most devastating things you could hear from someone you love. Disappointment is somehow worse than outright anger. If someone is disappointed, it means they believe in you. And when you fail to live up to that standard, you’
Social media has proven to provide a variety of impacts on your physical and mental health. Here's what happens when you spend too much time on screens: * Increased feelings of anxiety, irritability, and uncertainty * Painful eye strain that can damage overall eye health * Problems concentrating and focusing on
We’ve all been there. You’ve really got to talk to your supervisor about scheduling yet another meeting after hours. You know your colleague should probably redo that project, but maybe it’s fine? Meetings with your clients have gotten dicey, but you can’t seem to address the
People love a good story. But what makes great literature so compelling? Is it the setting, the plot, the characters — or the rich inner world created by all of these things together? The stories that rise to the status of “classics” are the ones that paint a character’s internal
Our constantly evolving situation means that you’ll have to revisit your plan and adapt with agility even without major setbacks or challenges. Setbacks and challenges will be highly likely. These challenges can demoralize your family-team, and create unnecessary conflict among members. Instead of blaming each other, you’ll want
What it means Resilience is how well we adapt to challenging circumstances and bounce back from setbacks. It is the mindset and skill that led Thomas Edison to make 1,000 attempts before finally inventing the light bulb, commenting: "I didn't fail 1,000 times. The light
Once you’ve figured out each others’ needs, it’s time to determine some goals and how your family can accomplish them together. Creating a plan and encouraging ongoing communication will enable you to support each other, tackle challenges, and not lose sight of progress. We recommend working with your