Tag Archives: support system
Tap Your Family and Friends
Brace yourself—this next task may make you feel vulnerable because it explores whether how you see yourself is similar to how other people see you. Write down the five words that you think best describe you. Then ask ten of … Continue reading
Helping Hand
Dear God, help me hold space for those around me. There are a lot of feelings at this time of year, and the greatest gift I could offer is to help someone feel seen and heard. Amen. Positively Purging-I welcome … Continue reading
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
“Grandmothers Raising Grandchildren
I love the op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “Grandmothers raising grandchildren should be … Continue reading
Presence
It’s opened my eyes to all the different ways there are to have a presence and to make it meaningful When we show up for someone. When we listen. When we do what we say we will. When we say … Continue reading
