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Life Coaching and Counseling
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Divorce Often Starts Here: 14 Common Pitfalls to Avoid

For over 25 years as a family therapist, I've seen the same core issues that, left unaddressed, lead to divorce time and time again.

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Relationship building questions

50 Fun Relationship-Building Questions

Here's a list of 50 of my favorite relationship building questions. Use this tool to build relationships at work, home, and with your friends. They work well for team meetings and family events. Enjoy!

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3 Poems That Light a Fire and Clear the Fog

The most powerful poems do more than stir emotion—they inspire reflection, action, and personal growth. As a business owner faced with daily decisions, I find that poetry offers clarity and courage. I believe it can do the same for you.

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Feeling Overwhelmed

Feeling Overwhelmed? Try These 15 Simple Calming Techniques

Be prepared to handle difficult situations in a positive fashion. Here are 15 ways to calm yourself when feeling overwhelmed.

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Building Trust

7 Essentials to Building Trust

Here are 7 keys I look for when deciding if I can trust someone deeply. These as the ways I can create a foundation where others can deeply trust me.

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Skydiving Self-Confidence

18 Ways to Build Self-Confidence

I survived my 2nd tandem skydive in October of 2024. Skydiving isn't necessary to build self-confidence, but these 18 actions are required.

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Happiness

30 Happiness Building Actions

There's a lack of happiness and no shortage of stress and anxiety in the world today. People who take care of their mental health do things differently. They engage in actions that are distinct from those who struggle.

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Negative Self Image

How to Change Damaging Mindsets

Negative core beliefs are deeply, and often unconsciously, held beliefs about ourselves and the world. They form during our upbringing and further develop through life experiences.

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7 Secrets to Enjoying Family Over the Holidays

If you get anxious about time with family and friends during the holidays, this information will help. Here are tools to get you past your fears and into the fun.

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17 Ways to Make New Friends

Many people are lonely. I’m often asked for advice on how to make new friends. Below are the 17 opportunities, based on my own life experiences, to help you expand your support network

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