It’s natural to feel nervous about job interviews. But you can use mock interviews to gain confidence and make a better impression on a potential employer. Preparing for a Mock Interview 1. Do your research. Act like you’re preparing for the real thing, starting with comprehensive research. Identify the industry and the type of...
Providing care for your elderly parents can be demanding, but it’s also full of joyous opportunities. Here’s some motivation for creating positive memories with your parents, as well as practical ways to get started. Major Reasons to Make Family Memories 1. Honor your parents. Older people benefit from remaining mentally active and connected to...
Would you like to reduce pain without the side effects that accompany medication? You can, with a simple meditation practice. Scientists have been studying Zen monks to learn how meditation helps them cope with both chronic and occasional pain. While some of their accomplishments depend on their faith, many of their techniques can be...
Sick days can be a challenge for busy parents juggling family and career responsibilities. With careful advance planning, you can help your child feel better and stay on top of things at work. Advance Planning 1. Know when your child needs to stay home. School nurses advise keeping a child home if they have...
Have you lost someone you love dearly? Many times, these deaths come as the result of long illnesses, but sometimes the deaths are sudden and unexpected. In either case, grief can be overwhelming. Losing a loved one can feel like a piece of you has been taken away. Normal day-to-day activities require much more...
Do you have some aspirations that are beyond your current capabilities? It’s natural to dream of things that you want to do someday, but currently can’t. However, to realize your dreams, at some point you must stop planning and start taking action. While planning is an important part of bringing your dreams to life,...
For many people, simplification can feel like an overwhelming task. The amount of stuff that may exist in your life may look like too much to tackle. This begs the question: Can you get by with less? Be aware that you don’t have to simplify all at once. You can take it one-step and...