The fear of change is one of the most common fears out there. This fear of change is a fear of uncertainty. When things change, we are unsure of that is coming next, and often it is impossible to predict. We can wish, and hope and plan for something, but the reality is that life does not always adhere to…
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Forgiveness of Self and Others
Contrary to popular belief, forgiveness is not a requirement in some scenarios. Forgiveness and acceptance are often linked when discussing the past and have even been traditionally included in twelve step programs. When looking towards the past, it is important to accept what has happened, as it cannot be changed. However, it is not necessary to forgive. The concept of…
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Recognizing Patterns
“The best thing we have going for us is our intelligence,especially pattern recognition, sharpened over eons of evolution.”– Neil deGrasse Tyson Recognizing a pattern in your life for the first time is like getting your first pair of glasses. Once you recognize a pattern, things around it start to fall into place. Research indicates that our ability as humans to…
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Life Transitions
Life transitions can induce all types of feelings, from ecstasy or excitement, all the way to dread or confusion. Transitional periods in your life, such as a marriage, having a child, switching jobs, retirement, loss of a loved one or moving across the country can be difficult to navigate on your own; and therefore are times when people have a…
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Uncertainty in Life and the Future
Uncertainty is an inevitable part of being human. Whether it is in your work life—getting laid off, your personal life—breaking up with a significant other—or your family—an unexpected death of a loved one—we all need to learn to deal with the uncertainty around us. For instance, here are a few helpful tips from the experts on uncertainty: 1. Understand that…
