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How to Build Self-Worth

How to Build Self-Worth

What is Self-Worth? Self-worth is how you view your own value as a person. Do you think you’re valuable as a human being? Do you value yourself as a person separate from how much money you make? Do you respect yourself as a person separate from how others view you?…

How to Encourage Your Adult Child to Move Forward in Life

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…

Grieving the Loss of a Parent in Your 20s, 30s, or 40s

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…

New Year’s “Winter Shedding”

New Year’s “Winter Shedding”

Don’t Wait for Spring Cleaning to Declutter As we head into the New Year, it’s a time to reflect on our goals, values, and priorities. But people often fail when it comes to accomplishing their New Year’s resolutions. The goals are often very difficult, if not impossible, to follow through…

How to Get More Out of Life Through Mindfulness

How to Get More Out of Life Through Mindfulness

What is Mindfulness? Mindfulness is bringing awareness to what we are doing, being fully present, and staying in the moment. It’s about being aware of and accepting what is, who you are, and how you feel right now without judgment. Mindfulness is about setting intention for whatever it is you’re…