How to Be a Finisher

Often we give up on projects when we get stuck and can’t figure out what the next step is. Setting aside our embarrassment and asking for help is the surest way to bring a project to completion.

Caring for the Sandwich Generation

Caregivers in the “sandwich generation” can easily become overwhelmed with their responsibilities. Many are unaware of the numerous sources of help and support available. It’s important for caregivers to take care of themselves, too.

The Courage to Imagine

The new year offers a wonderful time for reflection. As we get older, it’s easy to get set in our ways. But if we can find the courage we had when we were little children, we can embrace new roles and begin exciting new adventures at any age.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJanuary 4, 2023courage, imagination, 2023, New Year, hope, renewal, reflection, resolutions, self-discipline, vision, dreams, intention, changing roles, psychology, personal growth, inertia, fear, balanceComment

To Love Better, Take a Pause

It’s often difficult to love as we were instructed to in First Corinthians. To become more openhearted, we can pause to change our perspective, search our hearts for kindness, and say a prayer.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiDecember 20, 2022love, pause, response, reaction, minds, hearts, prayers, holiday, Corinthians, patience, affection, shame, emotions, anger, irritation, frustration Comments

When Words Seem Inadequate

When friends and relatives lose someone they love, our words often seem inadequate. What’s most important is simply to be there for them and to let them know we care.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiDecember 7, 2022death, loss, grief, faith, hope, cancer, courage, finding meaning, comfort, hurt, pain, memories Comments

Acknowledging Our Progress

It’s important to celebrate milestones in every area of our life, but especially in our personal growth. Doing so allows us to acknowledge our progress, and gives us the energy to continue pursuing our goals.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiNovember 23, 2022holiday, Thanksgiving, anniversary, honesty, authenticity, connection, growth, understanding, intention, self-worth, Carl Rogers, masks, boundaries, needs, love, vulnerability Comments

Is it Time to do a Life Audit?

It’s important to designate a time to take a step back and look at the bigger picture of your life—to take stock of where you’ve been, and consider where you’re headed.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiNovember 9, 2022reflection, self-reflection, personal audit, life audit, planning, goal setting, evaluation, assessment, course correction, priorities, taking stock, Joan Anderson Comments

The Joy of Doing What you Love

When you’re in the zone, doing what you love, you lose all track of time. The joy is compounded when you have friends who share your enthusiasm for your favorite activity.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiOctober 26, 2022hobbies, obsessions, compulsions, joy, enthusiasm, creativity, positive psychology, flow, in the zone, enjoyment, absorption, euphoria, authenticity, soulComment

How Adversity Makes us Stronger

We all struggle throughout our lives. When we’re young, we rail against the unfairness of it. But adversity teaches us many valuable life lessons, helps us grow stronger, and prepares us for future difficulties.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiSeptember 29, 2022adversity, character, strength, suffering, challenges, lessons, perseverence, turmoilComment

When There are No Words for Your Feelings

People with a condition called alexithymia have trouble identifying, processing, and expressing their emotions. If it is a learned response rather than a genetic disorder, information and support can help them expand their emotional awareness.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiSeptember 28, 2022alexithymia, feelings, emotions, words for feelings, emotional experience, emotionally aware, affect, relationships, communication, avoidance, genetic, trauma, love languageComment

Expanding our Emotional Awareness

Our emotions shape our thoughts and decisions. Expanding our emotional range can improve our health, relationships, and our level of satisfaction with our lives.

Enjoying our Twilight Years

Rather than let the idea of growing older get to us, we can take many positive steps to look and feel young, so that the best is truly yet to come.

Elaine KlonickiAugust 31, 2022 Comments

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