Assertiveness

What is the difference between being assertive and being aggressive? It all boils down to perception and intent. Assertive is defined as “characterized by bold or confident statements and behavior” whereas aggressive is defined as “marked by combative readiness” and “marked by obtrusive energy and self-assertiveness”. In self-expression, if a statement or question is merely […]

Confidence

Have you ever met someone who just emanated confidence with every fiber of their being?  Or the opposite, have you ever met someone who was so full of self-doubt that you could feel it? Maybe you are one of these people, or maybe like the rest of us, you are somewhere in between. If you […]

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 […]