It’s not always easy to be happy for others when they share good news. Learning to do so can improve our relationships and benefit us in other ways as well.

Rightsizing Your Life, and Your Life Stories

Whether we are sorting through our belongings or mining our life experiences for stories, so often, less is more. Reflecting on our values can help us decide what to release and what to hold onto.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJanuary 16, 2024rightsizing, memoir, memories, life audit, downsizing, purging, paring down, stories, meaning, reflection, values, Marie KondoComment

A Lifetime of Caring

In our tumultuous world, family connections are increasingly important. At every stage in the life cycle of a family, we can extend care to each other, which bolsters peaceful, happy interactions.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiOctober 11, 2023caring, compassion, love, family, caregiving, caregivers, relationships, connection, values Comments

A Different Kind of Resolution

If you’re struggling to keep your New Year’s resolutions, consider asking for help. Sometimes all we need is a little support and encouragement.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJanuary 5, 2022New Year, resolution, help, assistance, 2022, weight, finances, writing, goals, change, emotional growth, values, habits, support, encouragement, independence, Claudia Luiz, coping mechanisms, traumaComment

Evaluating and Redefining Your Personal Values

Taking the time to examine our personal values can help us in our decision making. Communicating our underlying beliefs to others can reduce conflict in our relationships.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiAugust 25, 2021values, decision making, principles, judgment, family, parenting, experiences, counseling, squabbles, conflict, relationships, communication, tension, harmony Comment

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