As you know, parenting doesn't automatically stop when your child turns eighteen. It also doesn't stop when they leave home. Boundaries can be challenging in any relationship, but setting boundaries with your adult children may feel scary and awkward. As a loving parent, you probably don't want to come across as insensitive or mean. But, at the same time, you...[ read more ]
After all those years of hard work, you’re finally done. You no longer have to clock in or dress up or commute in rush-hour traffic. Maybe it all feels incredibly freeing and limitless. And yet, despite how rewarding and exciting this time can feel, many people also experience retirement anxiety during this new chapter. Coping with new change can be...[ read more ]
Does it seem like one bad thing keeps having after another? Have you experienced multiple losses in quick succession? Are you perpetually angry, sad, or tired- and do these feelings trigger an overarching sense of stuckness? Bereavement overload can happen after enduring several losses. The "overload" effect may compromise your physical and emotional well-being. And while grieving a loss certainly...[ read more ]
Despite the many jokes people often make about getting older, midlife crises can be uncomfortable, stressful experiences for individuals and their loved ones. While we all undergo different life transitions, a midlife crisis can cause you to question your priorities, relationships, and overall identity. And although it isn't a specific clinical condition, midlife crises may exacerbate other problems, like depression...[ read more ]
Burnout refers to a persistent state of physical, emotional, or psychological exhaustion. Burnout can happen in any role at any time, and it can affect every area of functioning. If left untreated, it can seriously compromise your quality of life. Caregiver burnout, in particular, can present numerous challenges. As a caregiver, you may oscillate between feeling tired, worried, upset, or...[ read more ]
Chills, hot flashes, weight gain, thinning hair, vaginal dryness- these are some of the typical physical symptoms women may experience during menopause. That said, these dramatic hormonal shifts can undoubtedly impact your mood and emotional well-being. The relationship between menopause and mental health looks different for everyone, but it's essential to be aware of how these changes can affect you....[ read more ]
How many quality friendships do you have? Who are the treasured people that support, validate, and encourage you to live a good life and be a good person? If you're struggling with your answers, you're not alone. Friendships undoubtedly become more challenging as we get older. In fact, research shows that nearly half of adults in middle age report feeling...[ read more ]
What exciting visions did you once have of retirement? Did you imagine one-way tickets to exotic destinations? Did you picture joyous bonding time with family and friends? Were you looking forward to tinkering and exploring new hobbies? As it turns out, retirement isn't just a long episode of bliss and freedom. It can be a jarring, difficult transition for many...[ read more ]
You devoted many years to diapering and feeding and educating your children. You worked tirelessly to make sure that they stayed safe and healthy. Parenting undoubtedly became an identity, a role that changed you indefinitely. It's one of the most challenging and rewarding commitments a person can make in this lifetime. And now the last baby has left home (or...[ read more ]
Maybe you have had the dreadful suspicion that something has been wrong for a while. Or, perhaps, you went in for a routine physical, and the doctor found a suspicious lump that you didn't even know was there. Regardless of the circumstances, receiving scary medical news isn't easy. It's reasonable to feel afraid, angry, or confused. It's also normal to...[ read more ]