Many of my clients come to me feeling dejected and down about the state of their lives, and they wonder why they can’t seem to achieve their personal and/or professional goals. Reshaping and reframing a better sense of self could lead to greater success in all areas of life, and one way to achieve that transformation is through developing Atomic Habits.
Many of my clients come to me feeling frustrated at the lack of balance in their lives. That common theme can affect any of us at different points in our lives, and it can feel completely overwhelming to devote equal time or energy to all areas of life. However, a realistic work-life balance is not about equal division of resources – it’s much more about taking a mindful approach to how you spend your time and where you invest your precious energy.
When we inevitably experience loss or disappointment in life, we of course feel the sting and pain of these moments. Unfortunately, living a full human life means learning to cope with challenges and loss. Growing from adversity, rather than focusing only on the pain, gives us an opportunity to develop an even more well-rounded existence.
Throughout the pandemic lockdown, people have been allowed to pursue outdoor recreation as part of their daily activities. Because of the many benefits of time outside, leaders have deemed it “essential” to Americans’ physical and mental health. In my area of Denver, I have noticed a marked increase in people biking, hiking, walking and enjoying water sports.
For the past several months, we have collectively experienced unprecedented changes and anxiety related to the coronavirus pandemic. Many of us have worried about what’s next and how to plan for the future. In all stages of life, whether pandemic-related or otherwise, coping with uncertainty allows us to enjoy the here and now as we also move forward.
We all feel anger from time to time, and occasionally we blow up and let that anger out. Every normal and healthy adult experiences a full range of human emotions, even the unpleasant ones like anger.
Known as dichotomous thinking in psychology circles, black and white thinking can shape how a person views and interacts with the world. The impact can sometimes have devastating effects on one’s relationships, work life and more.
In my last article, I discussed the importance of seeking help for depression and letting go of the stigma that surrounds it. In fact, an astounding 80 to 90 percent of people who do seek help show improvement in their symptoms. In addition to seeking professional help there are a number of ways you can help yourself through depression.
The deaths of two prominent celebrities in June, Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, have left many people with more questions than answers. These two wildly successful people both battled depression, and they both ultimately took their own lives. In the aftermath of these losses, more people have begun to open up about the sometimes debilitating condition that is depression, and it’s becoming clear that we need to drop the depression stigma.
When faced with stress or sadness, do you turn to alcohol, tobacco or other substances for a quick, feel-good boost? Have you thought about what that could be doing to your physical and mental health? As an alternative, you could use the mental benefits of exercise to help you feel calmer and happier, but in a healthy way.