well-being

What To Do When a Conversation Turns Confrontational

What To Do When a Conversation Turns Confrontational

It’s common for discussions to turn into arguments, but when that happens, the conversation is unlikely to be productive. Knowing how to handle confrontation before things get out of hand can help you and the other person, whether that person is a roommate, sibling, friend, or romantic partner, both express…

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…

How to Deal with Failure to Launch into Adulthood

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

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 People-Pleasing Might Be Hurting You

How People-Pleasing Might Be Hurting You

Are you the peacekeeper in your family or among friends? Do you think it’s better to keep quiet than to stir the pot? Would you rather avoid confrontation? People-pleasing is often misconstrued for kindness, but being a people-pleaser could be hurting you more than helping you.   What is a…