Going through a divorce is difficult, even when things are amicable. No one gets married thinking things will eventually end. When they do, it’s a major life change, and everything you know and have become used to can feel like it’s been flipped upside down. In some...
We’ve all heard the stereotypes and old tropes about people with a “fear of commitment.” Usually, the phrase is used when talking about people who might not stick around in relationships or not want to get married. But commitment avoidance can cover almost any area...
You’ve probably heard sayings before like “you are your own worst enemy” or even your own worst critic. Unfortunately, if you have a hard time loving yourself, those old stereotypes and sayings can seem very true. To someone who doesn’t have a problem with self-love,...
You’ve probably heard the statistic that about 50% of all marriages in the U.S. end in divorce. While that’s a staggering number to consider, most people don’t feel that affected by it until they become a part of it. Whether or not your divorce was amicable, it’s...
Balance is such an important part of life in general. Whether it’s between work and pleasure or family life and personal time, balance should always be something in our minds. Granted, we don’t always achieve balance. Not at all! However, balance should be the goal....
You love your partner. Deep down inside, your partner is the only one for you, and both of you know it. Yet, there are times when speed bumps get in the way. It seems a mystery to you why these problems come up. But you do know that they impact the quality of your...
Having depression is a difficult experience, no matter your age. There’s no doubt that Baby Boomer (those born between 1946-1964) make up a significant portion of the population. Also, they are starting to retire in greater numbers from the workforce, which is a...
Coping with depression can make you feel so powerless. It can seem as if you have absolutely no control over what’s happening. If that is so when you’re the one suffering from the condition, what if you’re the friend or family member of someone who’s depressed? As...
Although we all know that death is a part (and ultimately the final chapter) of everyone’s life journey, that doesn’t make it any easier to bear. Grief is normal when faced with this loss. And when you lose someone you love, cherish, and respect, the grief can be that...
If you’re having trouble recognizing the signs and symptoms of depression, you’re not alone. We often think of depression as a condition where you are incapacitated by sadness and hopelessness. Although these symptoms are common to those suffering from depression,...
