Turn Your Schedule Into a Reflection of Your Values
Our days are what we have. Stacked together, they are our life. They should be a reflection of what we value. If we could look at a...
A Tip for Longer, Healthier Relationships
When you start a new relationship, whether it is a friendship or a romantic relationship, the dynamics feel good and natural. They feel...
Say What You Want, and Say It Out Loud
We tend to hold our deepest desires close to our chest, never saying them out loud because we fear they will never come true. We hold all...
Embrace Selfishness: A Favorite Chapter from My Forthcoming Book
Here is an excerpt from my forthcoming book. It’s a little shocking (intentionally so). I look forward to your thoughts. Skill 21:...
What to Ask Yourself to Turn Disappointment, Setback and Failure into Catalysts for Growth
Life is a journey. Just like childhood did not last forever, life has a series of segments, and whatever you are experiencing in this...
Extracting the Best from the Worst Relationships
Often, when our relationships end, we feel so awful and emotional that extricating ourselves from the situation with a modicum of dignity...
Using Stem Sentences to Change Your Beliefs
Since your beliefs drive your behavior and influence how you feel, it seems obvious that you should make sure the beliefs that are...
People Can't Be Trusted... And Other Disempowering Beliefs
Have you ever watched someone interpret a situation in a manner that seemed way off base? It happens all of the time. Two different...
The Two Words You Should Never Say When Trying to Cheer Someone Up
We have all been there. A well-meaning friend tries to cheer us up with these two dreaded words: “At least.” At least you didn’t total...
On the Dangers of Positive Thinking
From the time we are children, “positive thinking” is pounded into us. We are bombarded with sentiments like: “Look on the bright side....
