Making Life Transitions Easier
Do you know someone in your life who constantly complains? Think of a friend, your partner, a family member, or a colleague who usually complains about the same things. Got such a person in mind? Do you try to help them, give them support and offer advice? Are you truly empathetic, have a good listening… [Continue Reading]
The other day I heard a friend’s father had passed away. I hope she will endure the experience and gain the same peace I have about the death of my father almost five years ago. It has been said in many places and in many ways, but loss has lessons to teach. Sometimes, the lessons… [Continue Reading]
Abraham Lincoln once said,“Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be,” and if anyone knew the truth of those words, he did. He struggled with depression all his life and was married to a chronically mentally ill woman. He had every reason to stay in bed and do nothing,… [Continue Reading]
This month, while you contemplate making changes, give serious thought to the words you use to describe what you want. Your words have incredible power; they influence you, those around you, and the future you build. For example, when I moved my practice to a new area, I came up with a catchy, opening line to… [Continue Reading]
The holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year, and millions of people suffer from the holiday blues. These are feelings of sadness, tiredness, lack of motivation, decrease in energy and irritability. Sadly, it is not unusual for people to “crash” after the holidays. Here are a few ways you can revitalize… [Continue Reading]
Along with the stress related to the ton of “doings” this time of year, there comes the inevitable conflicts associated with family events. Wait, aren’t the Holidays about joy? Isn’t a family gathering about wonderful things? Shouldn’t this all be happiness and smiles like the Norman Rockwell paintings we saw as children? Those images from… [Continue Reading]
How many of you have struggled to make modifications to affect your health? If all of you didn’t raise your hand, you are fibbing. The change could be physical, emotional, relational, social, cognitive, or something else; however, even small changes mean tackling habits. Ah, habits, those silly little things we often ignore. Unfortunately, they can… [Continue Reading]
It is helpful to put work into perspective for yourself. When you know how work fits into your life, any changes you make in your employment are more meaningful to your life. To round out the dozen started in an earlier post, here are seven more reasons you may work. 1. Work gives you something… [Continue Reading]
Other than sleep, no activity consumes as many hours of your time as your employment. Unfortunately, you may participate in those hours without giving much thought to what work means to you. You may have considered its meaning when you first were looking for employment or during a change in your job, but it is… [Continue Reading]
Much as we’d like life to be simple, couples go through many responsibility changes over time. All changes affect the relationship for the good or bad. Below are two major transitions couples may see, marriage and children, and how to make them good for your relationship. Before we look at any type of transition, there… [Continue Reading]
Have you ever wanted something you think is a great idea; then you asked your partner, excitedly requested an immediate response, and got a “No”? Did you argue for your idea? Did you push your point? Were you confused because you knew it was a great idea and couldn’t see how your partner could say… [Continue Reading]
Technology and relationships – a blessing or a curse? It’s a complicated, modern-day issue facing couples. Kim Leatherdale, the founder of the Creating Rewarding Relationships website reveals how technology can help or hurt relationships. The Life Change Radio Network: In this episode of The Life Change Radio Network, Kim defines infidelity in the modern age and explores how seemingless… [Continue Reading]
My couples are often surprised when I tell them; “do the healthy thing because you deserve it, not because you want something from another person.” When you make a change in your life, even if it is a change in your relationship, it is imperative you change for yourself first. Why? What’s the difference? Because… [Continue Reading]
Most people try to avoid discomfort because, well, it’s uncomfortable. Who wants to feel uncomfortable? However discomfort has a story to tell you if you listen. Discomfort tells you something isn’t right. Discomfort tells you it is time to make a transition, to change, to do something differently, to expand. The good news is discomfort… [Continue Reading]
You fell in love; staying in love is difficult. Kim Leatherdale, a licensed professional counselor, teaches practical skills to create a great relationship. She believes it is exciting and joyful for couples to rediscover their feelings for each other. Having worked with and presented to thousands, Kim is passionate about teaching people to revolutionize their… [Continue Reading]
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This is wonderful Wendy! So many timely tips and inspirational ideas. I love it!