Monthly Archives: December 2011

Relaxation takes planning

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Jo Lamble

Some people find it easy to relax. They can just stop and do nothing. But for many of us, having a day without any plans rarely ends in relaxation. More likely the time will be filled with chores and the … Continue reading →

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Dealing with infertility

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Jo Lamble

Discovering that there might be fertility issues comes as a huge shock to many couples. That’s because most of us assume that we will be able to have a family when we are ready to do so. Despite hearing the … Continue reading →

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Compromising is not always the answer

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Jo Lamble

We all seem fixated on compromises these days, as if it’s essential that we find some magic middle point to achieve a resolution that is fair. But why does the resolution always have to be fair? Why can’t we just … Continue reading →

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The paralysis of guilt

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Jo Lamble

Legally speaking, guilt refers to the fact of having committed an offense or a crime. Psychologically, it can also refer to the feeling of having done something wrong, whether real or imagined. For many people, feeling guilty is a default … Continue reading →

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Acceptance

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Jo Lamble

One of the most powerful life skills we can learn is the art of acceptance. When we fail to accept what happens in life, we risk constantly feeling resentful or like a victim. Obviously it takes time to get to … Continue reading →

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