Sometimes it’s hard to ask for help. Sometimes we think we can push through problems ourselves. And sometimes it’s not till someone else tells us we need help, that we realize that we really could use some. People close to you may express concerns about overwork, excessive worry, anger issues, control issues, drinking or substance … read more

After the World Trade Center was attacked on 9/11, a local bookstore owner found that many people came into the shop to pet the store dog. They’d spend long minutes petting and talking to the dog, take a quick turn around the store to look at books, and leave feeling better. The dog was helping … read more

Imagine you’re standing in line for huge event. If you’re a sports fan, you’re waiting in line for the Super Bowl. If you’re a music fan, you’re waiting in line for your favorite band. Whatever you’re waiting for, the crowd is enthused and the line is almost literally shoulder to shoulder. You can’t wait to … read more

Girls are taught to be careful and to defend themselves. Don’t walk alone after dark. Don’t go into that neighborhood. Don’t dress like that. Don’t go into a bar. Don’t go into that room. Be aware. Look around you. Don’t look too relaxed. Don’t speak too freely. Some may take self-defense classes, but all are … read more

An athlete may wake up with sore muscles and tightness after a tough workout, but that athlete will tell you that sore muscles are good pain. Along with those aching arms or legs comes the satisfaction of a good workout. The small, controlled damage in a muscle that has been pushed to its limits means … read more

Tom Rath, in his new book Are You Fully Charged?, identifies three keys to operating at peak performance: Meaning Interactions Energy One of these might be surprising. “Interactions” is defined in this book as “creating far more positive than negative moments.” Often we think about the big picture in relationships. Is our spouse satisfying our … read more