Life for many people has undergone a big transition the last several weeks, as Coronavirus has changed the way we work, school, and socialize. While plenty joke about how, for introverts, staying at home isn’t a big deal, studies are …
Moving is a lot of work, a statement that doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone who’s done it. On the surface, relocating your business office would seem easier than moving your entire house or apartment. After all, it’s probably …
This winter, it feels like we’ve been sick a lot. The flu, sinus infections, more flu, and plenty of colds — all have visited my home, and some stayed a long time. Luckily for my husband and me, our daughter …
If it’s unexpected, what do you mean “prepare” for it? But the truth is, some of our life transitions are things we can guess — at least a little bit. If you’re thinking like Janice about the next decade and …
5…4…3…2…1…Happy New Year! Gone is 2019 and now it’s 2020-a new decade! Partway through the first month. What’s happened (or hasn’t) so far? I’m not good at planning what I want my life to be in a year, three years, …
December is “the most wonderful time of the year”, according to the well known song. Or is it? If you’re experiencing the first holidays after the loss of a family member or loved one, it may seem like a not …
Retirement is a dream for many of us during our working years. “When I retire, I’m going to _________” is something you hear people say. Or, “I can’t wait to stop working retire.” While it’s nice to dream about the …
Life transitions are not all alike. Some you know are coming and can plan down to the last detail. Others arrive unannounced, such as a sudden illness or accident to you or a family member. Others allow you some planning, …
How comfortable are you with change? If a 1 means you do everything possible to avoid change, and 10 means you absolutely love change, what’s your number? For many years, I was a 2-3 on this scale. I’m a planner. …
Divorce is one of the more challenging life transitions, and it’s one many people experience. I’ve watched a few family members and friends in recent years go through this process. Even in cases where my friend was the one who …