Have you ever wanted to change a behavior but didn’t know where to start? Maybe you had a rough day and yelled at your spouse as soon as you walked in the door. Or maybe you promised yourself – and the kids – that you would stop drinking, but by 7pm you were already threeContinue reading “Functional Analysis – What it is & Why it Matters”
Category Archives: Reaching Goals
What is Life Coaching, and How Does it Help?
Life coaching is often talked about as if it’s simply “motivation” or “accountability,” but in reality, it’s a much deeper, more intentional process. At its core, life coaching is a collaborative partnership focused on helping you understand where you are now, where you want to go, and what needs to shift—internally and externally—to get youContinue reading “What is Life Coaching, and How Does it Help?”
What’s Wrong with Me? Character Defects Explained
Have you ever felt down on yourself and started listing every negative attribute you can think of? That’s… not healthy. It’s self‑punishment, not self‑awareness. But knowing your character defects? That is healthy. So what’s the difference, and why does it matter? Character defects aren’t insults or harsh labels. They’re simply the patterns—emotional, mental, or behavioral—thatContinue reading “What’s Wrong with Me? Character Defects Explained”
Creating Healthy Habits to Reduce Anxiety
Life is chaotic, and yet we, as humans, crave stability. The status quo. A baseline, whatever that baseline may be. That’s why it’s so easy to get stuck in bad habits (they’re familiar), but also why starting and maintaining good routines is SO important! Stability, organization, peace. Your routines and habits contribute to these, andContinue reading “Creating Healthy Habits to Reduce Anxiety”
When and How to Apologize Effectively
I was thinking about apologizing recently because of an incident with my neighbor. We had a heated discussion and things were said (on both sides), and I decided I needed to apologize. I wrote out a card and made some cookies and dropped them off at her house. This got me thinking—what types of thingsContinue reading “When and How to Apologize Effectively”
Deciding on Change: The Power of Decisional Balance
Making a decision to change—whether it’s breaking a habit, starting a new routine, or stepping into a different chapter of life—is rarely simple. Change often stirs up resistance, uncertainty, and fear. At the same time, staying the same can feel safe, familiar, and comfortable, even when it no longer serves us. So how do weContinue reading “Deciding on Change: The Power of Decisional Balance”
Gaining Insight Into Victim Impact: A Self-Help Guide
When you’re incarcerated, it’s easy to feel like the world has narrowed down to walls, routines, and rules. But one of the most powerful steps you can take toward personal growth and transformation is to understand the impact your actions had on others. This isn’t about punishment—it’s about building empathy, accountability, and a path forward.Continue reading “Gaining Insight Into Victim Impact: A Self-Help Guide”
Realistic Parole Planning: Building a Path Toward Success
Reentry after incarceration is one of the most challenging transitions a person can face. Success doesn’t happen by accident—it requires careful planning, honest reflection, and concrete steps. A realistic parole plan is more than paperwork; it’s a roadmap to stability, growth, and freedom. Using our structured worksheet as a guide, and learn how to createContinue reading “Realistic Parole Planning: Building a Path Toward Success”
How to Make SMART Goals That Stick
Goal-setting is easy to talk about but hard to do well. Many people say things like “I want to be healthier” or “I want to grow my business,” but without a clear plan, those goals often remain dreams. That’s where the SMART framework comes in. Developed as a structured way to set objectives, SMART goalsContinue reading “How to Make SMART Goals That Stick”