by Niv | Dec 2, 2024 | Personal Relationships
Are you looking forward to spending time with your family? Most people believe their family is dysfunctional. So, if you feel this way, you’re not alone. Instead of dreading time with family, shift your perspective. Remember, if everyone was the same, the world...
by Niv | Nov 4, 2024 | Personal Relationships
As I was wishing a colleague my usual happy wishes for this time of year – she responded, “Yeah, ‘tis the season for forced gaiety.” I laughed. But her comment really caused me to pause and reflect on the upcoming holiday season. During the holidays, we may be...
by Niv | Oct 7, 2024 | Personal Relationships
Convincing your elderly loved one to move to an assisted living facility can be challenging. With this change, they feel they’re giving up their independence AND admitting they need help. Be patient with this discussion. If they’ve lived in the same home...
by Niv | Sep 2, 2024 | Personal Relationships
Couples often compliment me on my knack for dealing with their financial disagreements. Some have called me their marriage counselor – which I am not since I don’t have those credentials. Because each person’s experience with money is different, it’s...
by Niv | Aug 5, 2024 | Personal Relationships
After your spouse passes away, time may move very slowly and be a blur. Before you know it, a year passes. You look around your house, and it’s as if your spouse is still alive. You haven’t gotten rid of clothing, personal grooming items, things relating to their...
by Niv | Jul 1, 2024 | Personal Relationships
My divorce was years ago. Looking back, I still remember learning the unspoken truth about friendships during divorce. Some people I thought would be there for me weren’t. I’m referring to good friends I had before I was married. Friends that I would talk with...
