One of the toughest parts of a challenge or change can sometimes be smack dab in the middle. When you’re in the thick of things or facing a plateau in your progress, feeling overwhelmed is inevitable. Take a tip from one of our earlier strategies and try looking back at your accomplishments in order to…
When times are hard, don’t let your confidence suffer because life events can take a tremendous toll on your self-esteem. It’s hard to feel good about yourself when everything seems to be going wrong or when you’re experiencing loss. Unfortunately, taking a hit to your self-concept can often initiate a harmful cycle of negativity that’s…
Can we talk about a problem I know many of us have? Reaching out for and accept help can be one of the most difficult parts of going through hard times. There’s a vast array of reasons folks may be resistant to give in and admit they can’t do it on their own. Maybe you’re…
You have to make time to de-stress and take your mind of things. When you’re feeling rejuvenated, you can better conquer the world. At least you can stand a shot at overcoming that day’s battles, anyway. Leisure and fun are an important part of the human experience. Don’t neglect them when you’re facing challenges and…
Sometimes we need to ask for help from a professional and there are benefits of having a therapist or a coach that can help you overcome challenges and cope with the change. We simply don’t have the emotional or physical resources to deal with a situation ourselves, and it’s okay to reach out for assistance….
You’re stronger than you think. Looking back on what you’ve overcome and on past accomplishments is a powerful way to push yourself forward and to get back on your feet when you’re feeling down I want to talk about my favorite strategy to overcome hurdles. When we’re facing tough times, we frequently get down on…
A good night’s sleep puts everything into perspective. Trying times are exhausting. It can seem like every day is a battle, and this stress often begins to take its toll on your body and mind. You may not realize just how important it is to include proper sleep into your daily routine, especially when you’re…
Sometimes these periods of turmoil in your life are just the right moment to shake up your habits and create new ones that will push you forward onto bigger and better things. During stressful times especially, you tend to fall back on old comfortable habits, but that doesn’t necessarily serve you well. Let’s talk about…
Taking time to grieve is important even if the feeling feels a bit complex. Though many people associate it with death and dying or other tragedy, you can grieve due to various types of losses throughout your life. The emotion and its effects can strike out of nowhere and be completely unexpected. Even during events…
Major life changes, even the good ones, can be scary but it will get easier and you will be getting used to change. The unknown always is. We get into a routine and fall into our comfort zones. Many of us like to remain there; however, the transition is an inevitable part of life no…
Find your why and how you can use it as motivation to overcome anything. Have you ever heard of the concept of “why” when it comes to motivation and success? I truly believe this small, common word has the potential to change your life. Your why is your reason for wanting the desired outcome, and it…
You know that change can cause stress, even when something good has caused the disruption. This means you also need to find time to relax. During times of intense emotional overload, your body and mind need self-care more than ever. You must find time to relax, and I’m going to help you to do just…
