Lately, it feels like we’re taking steps forward in returning to normalcy from what it has been the past year. But then something else in the news knocks us several steps behind. The back-and-forth of these events or situations can be tiresome and angering at the same time. But I’ve found some helpful methods for…
We all have bad days. But seems like some people breeze through them better than others. So, what’s the secret to their success? I posed this question on social media to see how others handle life when things don’t go so well. I quickly received several responses, such as: Talking with a trusted friend Changing…
You may remember the well-known children’s book Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Although published in 1972, its content is still relatable—and not just for kids. After all, who can say they never experience one of “those days” they would just as soon forget? No doubt our lives have been full of lousy days…
It was like getting punched in the stomach. I heard the words coming from my supervisor’s mouth and watched as she relayed the news of our company’s layoff, but it still felt surreal. After hearing the terms of departure, I was met by a security guard at my office where I was to immediately clear out. I was…
If you’re feeling a little testy, short-tempered, and “crabby” these days, you’re not alone. I’ve been feeling it as well. Most friends and people who know me well would probably say I’m fairly mild-mannered, slow to anger, drawn toward reasonable conversations, and admire rational discussions even if I disagree with another person’s position. However, as…
Four years ago on this date, I started working from home. The job for which I had moved across state lines was abruptly changed by upper management. The shocking situation left me in a dilemma of what to do next. I was angry at those who had made the decision. I was confused about how the…