Warning: Guilt is Not Gratitude How to let go of guilt, shame and stress to make way for joy and gratitude. Have you ever said “I’m sorry” when what you meant was “Thank you?” Or, have you ever said “Thank you,” but felt shame or guilt while you were saying it? Apology, guilt and gratitude […] Read more…
Imagine if your teen had a positive attitude and a clear plan for school or college prep. Teens preparing for college often struggle with being engaged or excited throughout the process. Parents also face challenges. You may be feeling that you don’t know how to best direct your teen during this process. You may be […] Read more…
“Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.” – Corrie Ten Boom Hey, Worry Warrior. Do you want to stop worrying about everything? When worrying, you use a lot of energy but usually feel like you’re not getting anywhere. Worrying can feel like an endless cycle. If you have […] Read more…
Imagine feeling that you and your teen will be able to problem-solve together – for issues both large and small. Arguments between a parent and a teen seem to come with the territory. In some ways, that may be true. Your teen is becoming more independent and will push limits in new ways. However, […] Read more…
Do you wish that you could stop worrying about what people think? Do you ever wonder why it’s so easy for other people to not worry what others think of them, while you can’t seem to stop? It can be difficult to break a worry habit. If someone tells you to stop worrying about what […] Read more…
Do you wish that you knew a secret to getting rid of uncomfortable, painful or negative emotions? Click Here: Grab the Free Attention Solution Worksheet and Get Results Does any of this sound familiar to you?… “How can I make myself stop feeling this way?” “How can I make myself feel better?” “Sometimes I wish […] Read more…
One of the main factors that determines a teen’s mental health is a sense of competence. As a parent, you want your teen to make smart academic and personal decisions. You want your teen to feel capable, to stay motivated and to have a healthy level of confidence. Imagine feeling that your teen is doing […] Read more…
If your family is like many families that I know, every day has a long list of things to do and places to be. Is it hard for your family get to everything – without added stress? Does it seem like you’re missing what some “happy” family seems to have? Do you wonder if it’s possible […] Read more…
It happened again. You’re distracted from the task at hand because your mind is busy with something completely different. Something is occupying your thoughts and taking you out of the moment. Does thinking something through over and over feel useful somehow? Somewhere along the way you became convinced that this type of thought process will […] Read more…
If you have tasks you want to accomplish and dreams you want to realize, you’ll need to set goals that increase your productivity. Setting these kinds of goals can be a great way to track your progress and keep your motivation high. Be aware, however, that some goals can actually increase stress and anxiety. Stress […] Read more…