Decision making can be one of the biggest challenges in life. Getting stuck in indecision leads to lost opportunities, leadership failure, damaged relationships, and tremendous anxiety.
Few things bring as much relief as getting decisions made. With practice, you can improve your ability to make qu...
Most people procrastinate because they fear failure, and psychologically, they view something that's not perfect as failure. Their avoidance, driven by anxiety, can make them appear lazy.
Clients share with me frustrations about not getting things done. They put off reading, exercise, eating health...
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. You give your marriage the best chance of success if you proactively avoid these 14 pitfalls below.
1. Not Addressing Core Issues
Avoiding a problem doesn't make it ...
Living with balance lowers stress and anxiety. Youā€™re less reactive, more grounded, and better able to handle pressure without feeling overwhelmed.
Many people struggle with balance because perfectionismĀ gets in the way. They hesitate to make the brave shifts in time and energy required for a well-...
Most procrastination is driven by fear. You avoid facing things because, subconsciously, you believe it keeps you safe (i.e. "I won't get hurt/rejected/judged, like in the past, if I don't engage").
Do you have tasks at home and work you keep avoiding? Think of these as "loose ends" or "mental clut...
My purpose in life is helping others find transformation clarity that propels them to face their biggest fears to LIVE & leave the legacy they desire. Read more to learn how my team fulfills this purpose.
I had a big problem in 7th grade. I was being bullied. Hair spray was sprayed in my face, I wa...
I struggle with managing stress. It's a fight to keep my stress under control. The good news is that I can win this fight, and so can you. I frequently help clients learn to manage stress at both work and home. Here's one of the tools I teach.
Step 1: Identify a Spark
I'm amazed at how after a fir...
Have you ever wondered what makes a marriage thrive? Have you ever wanted to know how to take your marriage from "good" to "great"? The happiest married couples do some things differently.
According to marriage expert Dr. John Gottman, part of the answer is found in 5 hours each week. Through extens...
You will make some bad decisions in life and that's OK. You'll trust untrustworthy people. You'll take the wrong job. An investment of time and money will go south.
Will you follow up bad choices by learning and taking a better path?
In How to Make the Good Decisions (Part 1) I gave you 7 tools th...
Being vulnerable on an emotional level is terrifying. One reason I became a therapist is to appear like I've got things together. When people come to me for help, I'm seen as the expert, therefore I remain in control. I'm more comfortable helping than being helped. Asking for help is scary.
I share...
In 12 Life Balance Tips (Part 1) I gave you six activities that can help get your life on track. Here's six more tips. Take some action with these tips because application leads to transformation happens. There's a lot at stake.
6 Additional Life Balance Activities
1. Some is Better Than None
Jus...
