by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Jan 10, 2020 | Self Help
Putting off a task does not give a complete picture of your character. The next step may be unclear, the task may feel uncomfortable, or you may need time, energy, information or assistance. Start by identifying the barrier you can address. Choose one of these eight...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Dec 20, 2019 | Self Help
Feeling satisfied with life does not require feeling cheerful all the time. You can appreciate parts of your life while also facing loss, strain, uncertainty or needs that deserve attention. Use these four areas as prompts for reflection. Choose one that feels...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Dec 2, 2019 | Self Help
A difficult conversation can leave you frustrated, tense or unsure what to do next. Start by identifying the behavior that concerns you and what you need from the situation. These six approaches offer choices for responding. You do not have to improve someone else’s...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Nov 10, 2019 | Self Help
When life feels as though it has fallen apart, you can ask for help now. You do not have to reach a lower point, prove that the situation is serious enough or view the experience as a necessary lesson. “Rock bottom” is a personal description, not a measure of what...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Oct 31, 2019 | Relationship Help
In my working life, I’ve met people I wanted to stay in touch with long after a project or a conversation ended. I make a point of reaching out to three to five of those contacts. A short note gives us a chance to reconnect, and the relationships that grow are the...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Oct 17, 2019 | Self Help
A stressful conversation can stay with you long after it ends. A cluttered room can make an already difficult day feel heavier. If you call that feeling “negative energy,” start with what needs attention: your surroundings, your thoughts or an interaction with someone...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Oct 4, 2019 | Self Help
In my seventh year in the corporate world, my husband, daughter and I lived in a comfortable suburban house. I thought I’d stay at the same job until retirement. Then we took our 30-foot Airstream through the Northwoods and discovered how much we liked the camping...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Aug 13, 2019 | Self Help
Making a change can start with one practical step rather than a complete reinvention. Consider what you need, what is available to you and where help would make a difference. Choose one of these ten approaches that fits your situation. Your pace can reflect your...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | Jul 15, 2019 | Relationship Help
A friend was hurting after someone ended a relationship of a few months and asked for space. We put together a list of reminders for the moments she felt most tempted to check on him or reach out. You can adapt them to the hardest part of your own day.On this pageWhen...
by 4LifeSelfHelp.com | May 31, 2019 | Self Help
If you would like to try yoga as part of managing stress, begin by considering what would make a session comfortable and workable for you. Different classes can feel quite different. These six prompts can help you choose a starting point. You do not need to be...
