Most of us have our own way of making decisions. We may carefully consider the pros and cons, consult with experts or ask loved ones. Here are 10 more unusual methods to try. 1. Flip a coin. Then notice your first reaction. If it lands on the “wrong” choice, you’ll feel disappointed.
Quarterly Newsletter
Coping with Loneliness
“Loneliness,” writes Abigail Van Buren, “is the ultimate poverty.” As humans we are social beings, but sometimes we lose touch with that social part of ourselves—or we don’t have enough chances to exercise it. When this happens, we may feel lonely and isolated. What Loneliness Is—and Isn’t Loneliness is the feeling that we would like […]
10 Things to Change in 2011
The turning of a year turns our thoughts to how we might improve upon the year that’s receding. Here are 10 suggestions for things to change in 2011. Fear of making a mistake. Face it, you will. Do your best and no one can fault you. Jumping to conclusions. Think situations through before rendering judgment. […]
Winter Newsletter 2011
DOWNLOAD THIS ARTICLE AND MORE AS A PDF FILE by clicking this link: Winter Newsletter 2011 Living With Grief: How to Survive a Significant Loss One of the hardest things we’ll ever experience is the loss of someone—or something—dear to us. Grieving is a normal and natural response to this loss. While death is one […]
Recovering from Debt Addiction
(Excerpt from Fall Newsletter 2010) John has a well-paying job, but carries a debt load equal to half his salary. He spends compulsively, buying things he doesn’t really need. Because he also doesn’t keep track of his finances, he frequently bounces checks. John would like to get control of his spending, but hasn’t been able […]
The Empty Nest: What Happens When the Chicks Fly
From the second they arrive on the planet, just inches long and utterly dependent, our children occupy a place in our hearts deeper than most any other relationship. We nurture, guide, feed and protect them for years. The relationship brings us a complex mixture of joy, frustration, sadness, delight, anger, pride and love. Our children […]
Top 3 Enemies of Depression
(Excerpt from Fall Newsletter 2010) In addition to talk therapy, there are powerful yet simple things that you can do to help yourself heal from depression. Inspired by Dr. Robert Hedaya’s book on dealing with the side effects of medication, The Anti-Depressant Survival Program, here are three ways to combat depression, whether you’re on anti-depressants […]
Fall Newsletter, 2010
DOWNLOAD THIS ARTICLE AND MORE AS A PDF FILE by clicking this link: Fall Newsletter 2010 There are no classes in life for beginners,” wrote poet Rainer Maria Rilke. “Right away you are always asked to deal with what is most difficult.” Saying the hard thing can be one of the most difficult things we […]
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall How Your Body Image Could Be Harming You
Do you ever have thoughts like these? My life would be better if I looked better. I will never look as good as _____________. My _________ is/are so ugly. I am so fat. That scale/size can’t be right. I look disgusting; no one could ever love me. If you do, you’re not alone. Numerous studies […]
How to Be Assertive Without Alienating Your Partner
Asking for what you want—and setting boundaries around what you don’t want—is a key life skill. But sometimes in our enthusiasm to practice this skill, we over-do our own assertiveness and end up with a partner who shuts down, gets angry or feels resentful. Here are four tips for developing your assertiveness in a way […]