Jobs have dwindled, people are losing their homes. Create and focus on goals that do not require having a job or money.

Lifelong learning can help you gain the knowledge you need to acquire the life you want.

Take care of difficult priorities first thing in the morning.

A Life List isn’t only about what you want to do, you can also list what you’ve already done. Completed goals—whether you planned them or not—can be instructional and inspirational.

How to use life’s reversals to learn, improve and grow.

Your brain will thank you for a job well done.

I’ve found that if you have a dream first and then achieve it you’re more willing to tolerate hardships and face challenges.

Studies show that many people feel uncomfortable when faced with a room full of strangers. Don Gabor’s book How to Start a Conversation and Make Friends provides tips on how to break the ice and start a conversation in person and online.

A recent Teen Stress Survey found that teens are stressed by school, family problems, dating and relationships.

Groups are a wonderful source of support, encouragement and useful information