The mainstream model drafted and released was simplified to a five-stage version. When working in-depth with professionals, the expanded theoretical version encompassed 10 to 13 stages. This included others from the positive-feeling end of the spectrum, such as hope. Any suggested processes for handling an impending face-to-face meeting with death …

By his early thirties, his workaholism and procrastination had put a major strain on his relationships, as well as his mental health. I hadn't dated anybody in a couple of years, he tells me. I couldn't justify traveling anywhere with friends because I was too busy, or I was brand-new …

And those final words are usually both terse and perfect--the distillate of an entire life. These sorts of questions are a part of being fearless with those who are dying. You can ask these sorts of questions even if you are not going to formally eulogize them at their funeral …

I also understood that this man was not going to leave any stones unturned. It would require great courage for me to see it through. Like a lion scratching at his cage, eager to be set free, Ed's questions were like the keys to the lock that had kept me …

It results from other works made earlier or investments made out of fixed and floating assets to give a lifetime passive income source through various modes. When a person's passive income is more than living expenses, it is considered to have attained the financial freedom status. In this ever-changing and …

And the person who does not value and care for it, time hardly stands on the side of that person. Slowly, my views about my world began to turn around. No longer certain I was going to end up a cat lady in a studio apartment in Manhattan, new ideas …

For the first time I instantly felt connected to another human being on a heart level. The feelings I had for Rosey were different from the ones I had for Karen. You take back control and don't worry about the rest. Also, it's important to realize that the reason you …

You're not good at this, and you struggle with that, you're never going to be able to . Those things don't happen for people like us. I didn't know what felt worse, not knowing why I got beaten up, the pain from being beaten up, the humiliation of being beaten up …

I said, not exactly sure what had just transpired. Okay, futurist, bye. If our childhood included trauma, neglect, and pain, then boundaries have been obliterated from the beginning. Having to teach what we've not been taught can feel like walking on sand: unsure of our footing, scared of making mistakes …

Perhaps you feel kind of sad, but you know you're still fit for work, and while you may have to make some tough calls along the way, it won't be too long before you busy yourself with a new job. The previous two paragraphs were the exact same sequence of …

Or it might come as a reassurance saying that if you need them, they will do their best to be there. So, gratitude not only helps us build a sustainably happier life through better hormone production, it also forges the long-lasting relationships needed to set our own rock-solid stage (see …

With regard to meditation and religions or attitudes towards life, which have meditation as their core element, one often hears the saying that the path is the goal. In doing so, you are already fulfilling the purpose of meditation by practicing it. I could feel some breathing room open up …

Follow your dreams, and don't let anybody hold you back. Primer for Dealing With Fear If pleasure isn't the key, I said, can I assume purpose is the key? You can indeed, Scott answered. Purpose is the thing that gets you going. It's the thing that gives you meaning. It …

To explain this better, let me introduce you to a friend and collaborator who knows a lot about the ways the future gets imagined. The Lab Where Worlds Collide The campus of the University of Southern California is in downtown Los Angeles. The school is known for many things, but …

This is the paradox of life. The more we want predictability and control, the more we suffer. But when we can train ourselves to sit in the discomfort over and over again, life becomes exciting. The discomfort is deliberate and on purpose. You have to delay the gratification and not …

But really when I think about it, God can't stop the evil in the world. He must have been present. I'm still alive, fairly normal, and not mentally insane. He protected my spirit, kept me whole, and led me to recovery. God had to have been there protecting me and …

Your job may not be one of your satisfying life-long activities. As I write this article, I'm still working at my consulting job and waking up at 4:30 am, at the latest, every day. That's Monday through Friday devoted to that job. For some people, it would be quite …

Yet I chose to divorce after a couple of years of us working a recovery program. Not letting him back into my life in a committed relationship had nothing to do with forgiving or not forgiving him, it had to do with boundaries. I found we had too little foundation …

You're Still Remarkable, No Matter What You Decide I would argue that it's so easy nowadays to be remarkably awesome. Do you have a healthy marriage with great kids that behave? Do you work at a job that you actually enjoy? Does that job give you enough income to pay …

What is the deal with fats and oils? There is so much conversation in the media about fat. Is it good, bad, or ugly? In order to answer that question, we need to explain what fat is and what it does. Fats can be broken down into saturated fats and …

But, before you throw a desk and storm out of your workplace, consider this. If it really is an awesome company you're trying to work for, they'll want to know where you previously worked at. What do they need to know about your relationship with them? If it's sour, that …

People are unreliable, especially when they're trying to change the way they've been living their life. Haven't we all been pretty unreliable whenever we're motivated to improve, for instance, our cooking skills? Gretchen also realized during this year of happiness that she needs gold stars. Well, she thinks she shouldn't …

For most people, that's too ugly of a proposition, so we go for the half-baked, easy solutions that don't work. That's what Shane concluded. He's content enough with the ridiculousness of his mediocre life to continue living as the victim of what life throws at him. And, you know what …

They are more equipped to handle the entry of a pathogen. Between these cells are tight junctions, like a barricade that prevents infections from getting through. But if those junctions break and an intruder gets in, immune cells (the T and B cells) arrive, which are active immune fighters. These …

He needed to go to hell and back to become an inspirational figure. Great teachers from the past and the present came from various unfortunate places. Dale Carnegie pursued a failing acting career before becoming a public speaker and best-selling author. After Dale performed a road show, he arrived back …

Now that we have talked about the changes in chronic illness over time and the diseases our bodies are at risk for, we want to shift attention to the link between what we eat and how it changes the composition of our gut flora, which in turn activates abnormal body …

It is a combination of time with active recovery practices that has the potential to sustain the relationship. Answering the following questions as honestly as you can will help you recognize your motives and help you decide whether or not you are ready to be sexual with your partner. To …

My grandfather was a true physician, not only because of his knowledge or clinical acumen, but also because he tended to his patients where they lived and worked. He made house calls, even in the middle of the night, for treatments ranging from minor surgery to counseling--he was always ready …

I went back to work eight weeks after the baby came. I remember the utter exhaustion of sleeping for three hours, going to work, then running home to nurse, cook meals, and start the routine all over again. Every night my husband would drag me out of one of our …

Compartmentalizing starts at a young age. For example, you may listen to your parents argue night after night, but when you go to school the next day you act as if everything is fine; Perhaps your mother told you how worthless you are, or you wonder why your father doesn't …

Do I have trouble falling asleep at night because my mind is always moving? A Juggling Act BALANCE, INTERNAL STABILITY, AND HOMEOSTASIS Homeostasis: The tendency of the body to create internal stability and equilibrium, despite stressors. It is the body's need to have balance. Homeostasis is the concept that our …

I'm sure many of us will have long-term negative effects on our health because of the energy drinks and multiple cups of coffee we consume. Everyone works in the same mindset at the office. You are here to work, and to work hard. Want to chat with a coworker? You'll …

Obsession has a negative stigma tied to it. It's included in many clinical disorders, the most commonly known being obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). People look in disgust at the straight A student who complains about a 96 on their exam. They see someone who constantly slaves over their work, and …

We can all become consumed by tasks from time to time. That's not unique. These folks were continually obsessed with their one skill. Every single one of the greats spent a lifetime achieving dominance step-by-step. They sacrificed huge amounts of their average childhood to excel at a young age. The …

After all, big men are not supposed to be depressed. Addictive behavior--whether it's satiation, arousal, or fantasy--can be a cover to depression. In our society, it is far more acceptable for a man to get treatment for addiction than to be diagnosed with and treated for depression. It is considered …

Justin Wren needed his skills in wrestling and his inspiring comeback story to take place prior to saving the Pygmy people. No matter what opportunities these people did or didn't have, they still chose to consistently be above average. They chose to take on the role of influencer. They made …

NOW GO BE AWESOME! You're amped up and everyone is cheering around you. It's a great collective feeling, similar to screaming for your favorite band or watching your favorite sports team win the game. The energy is palpable. You can feel it in the air. You walk away feeling like …