Do you usually feel like there are not enough hours in the day to accomplish everything you need to do? Sometimes it seems like the laundry or the dishes will just have to wait until later. But as hard as it is, we must do things when we need to. Otherwise, they don't get done at all. Or we find ourselves having to do them when we truly don’t have the time for them. Then, inevitably, something else has to be put off. This scenario also applies to work. When a project has a deadline, it’s … [Read More...] about How to Streamline Your Daily Schedule and Increase Efficiency
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How to Reduce Procrastination
Procrastination isn't just a symptom; it's a condition. It tends to develop over time and can also lead to other issues. If you procrastinate, you may want to stop and ask yourself what exactly it is that you are "putting off" and if it is even worth it. If you accept that procrastination is more than just an annoyance, you can begin to deal with the habit and develop more effective ways to manage your time. The biggest key to conquering procrastination is realizing what you are doing when … [Read More...] about How to Reduce Procrastination
How to Help Your Teen Develop a Sense of Self-Worth
Self-esteem and self-confidence can easily be the victim of comparison to peers or others. It can be difficult for teens to feel successful or feel good about themselves when their environment pushes them to do otherwise. As a parent, you can help your teen develop a sense of their self-worth, rather than letting the people around them influence them. A teen who feels a sense of belonging, security, and good health will be a winner no matter what happens. How can you help your teen … [Read More...] about How to Help Your Teen Develop a Sense of Self-Worth
How to Get Out of Toxic Friendships
Breaking up with someone you love is a complicated process. But what's more difficult to comprehend is ending a friendship. When you consider the amount of history both of you share, you might feel tempted to stay put in a toxic relationship. That may mean putting up with a lot of drama, unhealthy events, and unnecessary competition. You may think it's a small price to pay for fear of finding out how your friend will react. Or worse, you might worry they will share your darkest secrets … [Read More...] about How to Get Out of Toxic Friendships
How to Find Wholeness After Having Kids
It would be easy to tell yourself that having kids doesn't change who you are. That you become a blend of tired and stressed and joyful and exhausted, and perhaps that's all there is to it. But the truth is, you change. You don't ever go back to the way you were before. At the hospital, you may not notice the change immediately. Nurses still help take care of the child - they feed your child, change his diaper, and hold him until he falls asleep. The doctor checks his temperature and gives … [Read More...] about How to Find Wholeness After Having Kids