Guest blog post from Dr. Annette R. Perot, Ph.D. Everybody experiences anxiety from time to time. In fact, some amount of anxiety facilitates motivation and helps us focus on what’s important to us in our lives, whether studying for an …
One of life’s biggest transitions is that of a big or life-changing medical diagnosis. Or heck, even just getting older can feel like a giant change for some. In either case, you’re more likely to be taking a few more …
Do you wish you could find what you need when you need it? (stuff, papers, notes, etc.) Disorganization reeks havoc in our lives regardless of the reason. If you have a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), your disorganization …
Let’s discuss tips on how to smoothly transition from the college to the “real world.”
Strategic thinking is critical when prioritizing and de-prioritizing, and we just discussed some skills. But there are many related skills you will find useful in work and in life. As you work to prioritize stuff and to-dos in your life, …
Do you tend to be reactive or proactive to life events? Regardless of your answer, when experiencing a life transition and things are busier than usual, it easier to respond quickly than to think through options and choose the best. …
Changing jobs or careers is a big transition in life, one many people experience. Less might be written or noted about people transitioning not just jobs or careers, but changing the way they work. If you’ve worked full-time for many …
The other day I realized the year will soon be over. We start the final quarter in less than a month, and I began thinking about my goals. Many of my goals for this year were pushed aside due to …
Do you think of “self-care” as a dirty word? You aren’t alone! We hear “self-care” and our mind chatter starts in: “You don’t have time.” “You just need to tough it out.” “You don’t deserve self-care until you finish all …
Organizing your space and time is an ongoing process, one that requires daily maintenance and occasional updates due to life changes. During times of transition, you might find your organizing system in one area (or all of them!) doesn’t work …