Articles for Adults

What is Family of Origin Therapy?

You may or may not be familiar with the term “family of origin” as it relates to therapy. When it comes to understanding how you function emotionally and/or in your relationships, it’s an important term to get familiar with. Key Takeaways: Self-Awareness is Foundational: Understanding your emotional patterns and core beliefs is the crucial first step in personal growth. Family

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How to Prepare for the New Year and Set Goals Like a Life Coach

How Does a Coach Set Goals and Prepare for the New Year? As the new year approaches, many of us feel that familiar spark of possibility—a chance to hit the reset button and make some positive changes. But if you’re like most people, you’ve probably heard your fair share of advice about setting goals and making changes. It’s all too

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Is it Time to Recalibrate Your Life?

Here we are, doing our lives in whatever that looks like for each of us.  We pass through our days in relationships, working, parenting, socializing, participating in hobbies, playing or just being. For many of us, as we age and move through different developmental stages, our perceptions, beliefs and priorities shift to some degree.  This can happen in a very

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Tips to Help You Boost Winter Happiness and Stay Energized

Wondering how to beat the winter blues? As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, it’s common to feel more sluggish, less enthusiastic, or even disconnected from things that typically bring us joy. The cold, gloomy weather can bring on feelings of tiredness, sadness, and a lack of motivation, making it harder to get out of bed or even

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Learning to Let Go of a Grudge

“I tried to hold your hand, but you’d rather hold your grudge” (“Which to Bury; Us or the Hatchet?” by Relient K).  Letting go of a grudge is hard. As this verse from Relient K’s song says, sometimes we prefer to hold our grudge rather than let go of it. Holding onto grudges is not healthy for us. By refusing

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10 Ways to Celebrate Dad (Without Reinforcing Stereotypes)

Father’s Day has a way of sneaking up on people. It often arrives with less fanfare than Mother’s Day—fewer flowers, fewer school crafts, maybe a few more grills and ties. And while most dads will say they don’t mind, that doesn’t mean they’re immune to feeling unseen. This list isn’t about fancy breakfasts or backyard gadgets. It’s about connection. John

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An Essential Guide for iPEC Coaches

If you’re here, chances are you’re probably curious about the Energy Leadership Index® (ELI) assessment and how it can support your coaching business. (There are truly so many ways!)  

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