There is popular theory these days that you can’t have a balanced life and be successful. Instead, to be successful, some argue that we should focus on our passions and allow the other aspects of our lives go by the wayside. While that approach may help you to achieve short-term…
Recently, I received news that someone close to me has a terminal illness. I was shocked and upset by the news, and this situation has upended my life in many ways. The experience has made me think about how challenging it can be to find positive ways to cope with…
Many people struggle to be happy when they become adults. That is because as children, our parents take responsibility for our happiness. They fill our lives with playdates and extracurricular activities to keep our lives interesting. And the moment that we say “I’m bored,” they try to find something to…
Unfortunately, we live in a world in which we can spend a great deal of time simply observing. We can watch televised sports and observe other people competing. Or we can watch the news and have folks spoon feed us information about current events. We can watch films and television…
We all know what it feels like to have an anxious mind. You may feel anxious if you receive bad news. Or if someone behaves in a rude or unkind manner toward you. You may feel that way if you make a mistake at work. When these things happen, you…