encouragement

How to Express Disappointment

How to Express Disappointment

It’s common for people to feel disappointed with others… and then to hold it in. You may fear that expressing yourself will offend, upset, or anger the other person. Or you would rather avoid confrontation altogether. Maybe you worry that by expressing your disappointment, you will hurt their feelings and…

Identifying Barriers that Prevent You from Changing Your Life

Identifying Barriers that Prevent You from Changing Your Life

For every new year, people often expect to feel a sense of renewal. “New Year, New Me!” But when you don’t feel like you or anything else has changed, it can make you feel even worse than you did before.  Do you feel stuck in your career or in life…

How to Survive Difficult Relationships During the Holidays

How to Survive Difficult Relationships During the Holidays

The holidays are meant to be a time for peace, joy, and love. But when you have difficult or contentious relationships, it can really damper your spirit. We all have a family member, colleague, or acquaintance that we don’t particularly care for, but thankfully we don’t have to deal with…

How to Feel Less Lonely During the Holidays

How to Feel Less Lonely During the Holidays

The holidays are usually a time for celebrating with loved ones, but for some it can feel extra lonely. Throughout the year, you might not focus on the loneliness we experience. You might have a robust social life or have a busy schedule, but when the holiday season rolls around,…

How to Overcome Feeling Resentful About Where You Are in Life

How to Overcome Feeling Resentful About Where You Are in Life

When you feel stuck in life, it can lead to feeling resentful. There is a lot going on in the world and maybe in your personal life, and perhaps you’re not where you thought you’d be by now. You might have resentment towards society, the state of the world, cost…