Most of us have heard that it is important to have a healthy work-life balance – making sure you do what you need to do to get your work done, but still leave enough time (and energy) for your friends, family, and self. Sometimes finding that balance is easier said…
How to Encourage Your Adult Child to Move Forward in Life
Failure to launch into adulthood – when adults in their 20s or 30s are still living with their parents or guardian (or have returned home) – is becoming increasingly common. Student loans, a competitive workforce, and other factors are making it more difficult for young adults to live on their…
How to Deal with Failure to Launch into Adulthood
Failure to launch into adulthood is when you are either still living with your parents or have returned to living with your parents when you are in your 20s or 30s. You’re an adult and, in theory, should be able to support yourself, especially if you have a college education.…
Grieving the Loss of a Parent in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s
When you are a young adult, in your 20s, 30s, or 40s, it can feel strange to lose a parent, whether it’s expected, because of long-term illness, or unexpected and sudden. Even if your parent was sick for a while, it doesn’t prepare you for death and grief. Perhaps your…
How to Set Healthy Boundaries
You’ve probably heard that it’s important to set healthy boundaries in order to prioritize your needs, maintain healthy relationships, achieve your goals, and improve your mental health. But how do you go about setting and maintaining healthy boundaries? Types of Boundaries There are two types of boundaries we can…