Because good intentions aren’t always enough, here are some ways to handle and repair conflict at family gatherings. I also urge you to consider new perspectives on old patterns to evaluate whether they still fit with your values and goals, or if it’s time for a change.

Self-care tools to head off family conflict.

Along with the fun and festivity of the holiday season comes serious pressure, obligations, and stress. This year, prevent and prepare for holiday hassles with these stress-less strategies to add a little joy to the world.

For my son with Bipolar disorder, taking Prednisone was almost a deadly mistake.

Despite the benefits of AA, no single approach to recovery is universally effective. “AA Not the Only Way: Your One Stop Resource Guide to 12-Step Alternatives” by Melanie Solomon introduces readers to AA alternatives so that they can find a treatment solution that fits their distinctive needs.

Multitasking might seem to boost productivity, but at what cost to enjoyability and effectiveness? This article explains how focused attention, not multitasking, reduces stress by increasing productivity and satisfaction.

A fast-paced way of life can spiral into counterproductive patterns of worry, overcommitment, and perfectionism. If your current lifestyle depletes rather than feeds your happiness, a daily ritual might restore your sense of balance and personal power.

An inside look at what PTSD feels like from a patient’s point of view.

Conflict doesn’t have to be an adversarial process. When handled carefully, conflict can defuse hostility, generate alliances, and stimulate creative solutions. These conflict resolution strategies will help you feel more prepared and confident when conflict inevitably arises.

Fear of stigma (negative stereotypes, labeling, and rejection) causes the majority of people with mental disorders to suffer in silence. By educating ourselves and others, we can fight this stigma and restore hope and dignity to people suffering from mental illness.