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Get Rejected More

I was rejected no fewer than four times today. It didn’t feel good, per se, but I recovered faster than the last four rejections. What’s to lose? Remember, the worst they can say, whoever they is, is no. If there’s one lesson … Continue reading

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Sharing a Roof, and Money, With Adult Kids

Once you’ve decided to welcome an adult child home, then it’s time to set ground rules, says Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of “Your Turn: How to Be an Adult.” Start with a candid conversation about what each party expects. “Get clear … Continue reading

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Managing Holiday Relationship Expectations

 Do you know what you and your partner are doing for the holidays? Are you exchanging gifts? Does your partner even care about celebrating? If you’ve been putting off talking about all of this because you know holidays can be a … Continue reading

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Resilence

Reframe the issue you’re facing as a challenge not a problem…while that can feel like it’s just words, words matter. Choosing to view things as “challenges” rather than problems can keep you focused on solving over wallowing. It’s a protective strategy … Continue reading

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Present

In what moment from your life have you felt truly present? A summer beach trip with friends from college. We got up early to watch the sunrise on the beach. We sat in silence, but being in the presence of … Continue reading

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