Anxiety is rarely a friend. It keeps you thinking about what happened yesterday and worrying about what might happen tomorrow. You have an 11 a.m. meeting with your boss on your calendar. Your son has a cough that won’t go away. The dryer is making funny noises. Christmas is around the corner, and you know […]
Category: Stress management
Living With Less
In 2020, when the pandemic plunged the world into isolation, Laura Forman, a mom of four from Chicago, Illinois, found solace in online shopping. “It wasn’t a healthy coping mechanism,” she says. “I was spending money on stuff I didn’t need.” In January 2021, Forman decided enough was enough and challenged herself to abstain from buying […]
Be a Quitter
Five things to quit NOW!
How to Heal 9 Types of Nonphysical Pain
A broken bone hurts, but so does a broken heart. Our minds and bodies carry a variety of pains, many that aren’t physical. Once we recognize these other forms of pain, we can begin to heal. I don’t know how many times my mother said I was a pain in her neck. I knew what she […]
An Introvert’s Guide to Christmas
If you’re an introvert who wants to make it through the holidays with plenty of joy and cheer, try these suggestions.
Help Your Kids Win at Homework
Here are some ways to help children get their homework done without it feeling like a battle.
Writing Your Way Through Anxiety and Depression
Writing, even simple stream-of-consciousness writing, can bring clarity and perspective to a mind tangled up in worries or drowning in sadness.
Good Call or Bad Call?
How one mom manages her concerns about her kids having phones
8 Habits of Happy Families
Happiness can vary depending on our personal circumstances. But why are some families more resilient and happier despite the obstacles life throws their way? Happy families often have certain traits in common, and you can adapt their habits to create a happier home of your own. Here are eight things they do: 1. Eat together Multiple […]
Spring-Clean Your Mind
There’s something invigorating about the birds chirping, the plants growing, and days lengthening. Springtime is almost like a new year with abundant fresh starts. For many, the season heralds a tradition that dates back thousands of years to the Persians and Israelites: spring-cleaning. Whether deep cleaning carpets, donating unused clothing and household items, or edging […]

