If a person must dig through this clutter to find what is needed or useful, the disarray adds to the confusion and stress that the person is experiencing.

Sometimes it really is the “small stuff” that makes a difference. Many of us are so busy with our jobs and transporting children, or caring for parents, that we feel overwhelmed by myriad tasks we feel we “need” to do but run out of time for. In addition to the jobs that “need” to be done…

In Excuse me, Your LIFE is Waiting, Lynn Grabbhorn writes about how to focus on what you want as opposed to what you don’t want in your life. Here are some of her tips.• Instead or spending time on worries, allow time to daydream, desire, imagine and intend with energy towards what   you want.• Make more statements every…

In the spring many people engage in spring-cleaning. It is a time to throw out what is old and no longer useful. We often do this for our homes and cars, but what about our relationships? Relationships can get messy too. We can easily get into negative patterns of behavior that result in increased conflict. Interactions with…

Possible Causes of Low Self-esteemDo you suffer from low self-esteem? Do you lack confidence in yourself or feel defective, lacking and prone to failure? If so, it may be worth examining how you talk to yourself. One of the hallmark signs of poor self-esteem is negative self-talk. People with a low self-esteem have internalized a…

When was the last time you and your partner did something fun together? If no answer is coming to mind right away, chances are that it has been too long. Living with another person and splitting the chores and responsibilities of work and running a household can be taxing on a relationship. All work and…

For individuals who want to lose weight, or are trying to maintain fitness or health goals, the holidays are riddled with obstacles for self-sabotage or over-indulgence. The holidays are a time of year for gathering with friends and loved ones. Most of the time celebratory foods and beverages are served and many of these holiday…

Do you tend to eat when you are not hungry, to binge, or to continue eating even when you are full? If so, you may be a compulsive overeater. People often overeat in response to stress, anxiety, anger, depression, loneliness or boredom. They use overeating as a way to cope with stress and to numb…

Mild to moderate depression can be improved by counseling and self-help techniques that can be learned at home. When people are depressed, they often engage in distorted thinking. Life problems seem bigger than they actually are. Depressed thinking focuses on the negative, losses, perceived failures and guilt. Key words that are common to depressed thinking…

Everyone experiences anxiety once in a while. All of us have encountered stresses such as being over scheduled, starting a new job, relationship conflicts or finances being tight. These stresses can cause worry and anxiety. However, if anxiety becomes chronic and more severe, you may find it difficult to function in everyday situations at home, work…