Real Self Help Solutions

Learn more about my coaching philosophy by reading articles showing how I apply it to help understand and solve everyday problems.

Gratitude For Those Who Oppose You?

The sun was out today. It was very warm for early May. I had just left a store where the cashier expressed their desire to visit Chicago. I really like Chicago, neurotically so. I talked it up. Reflecting on that moment as I walked through the parking lot, my thoughts...

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Dealing With Election Day Result Disappointment

Election Day Disappointment The 2016 election results were a shock for many people who had been led to believe that Hilary Clinton would win in a landslide. The media has chronicled the protests, the tears, and the disillusion of a number of people, referring to the...

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Dealing With Facebook Post Disappointment

Social Media Post Disappointment Social Media Post Disappointment, or SMPD, is the experience of frustration and demoralization occurring when your social media updates yield little to zero likes, shares, or comments. Ever post those “woe is me” type posts, only to...

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Chronic Disconnection: A Response to VICE

We are sick. Rising numbers of people seem to be suffering from “Chronic Disconnection.” A recent article appearing on the VICE website provided an expert explanation for why you feel lonely. Pointing to a few other editorialized reports about research on...

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What Are You Really Afraid Of?

What Are You Really Afraid Of? One of the biggest issues many clients face is not taking action when they know they should.  The problem occurs daily where you already know the right thing to do, but allow fear to stop you in real-time from doing what you want to do....

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