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Written by: L. Sanchez Grief isn’t reserved just for actual deaths. Rather, grief can arise in any situation where there is a loss–or even just the potential for loss. You might be coming to terms with a loved one’s poor prognosis, or you may have lost someon...

Written by: C. Beck If you find yourself asking whether it’s worth it to get divorced later in life (to have a “gray divorce”), here’s how to navigate your reasonable reservations and the challenges you anticipate in the process. Should I get divorced later ...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/tools/get-yourself-out-of-the-house  You could almost survive without ever leaving the house, nowadays. Amazon brings you toilet paper and tissues, free shipping abounds, and Postmates has your fo...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/worksheets/get-out-of-a-rut  Feeling stuck in a rut often starts with worry. When you imagine the future you want, but can’t imagine how to get there, worry sets in. Worry keeps you fixated on the...

Written by: S. Rainne If you follow the news–or open the TikTok app regularly–you know that John Mulaney is somewhat under fire. But while social critique is valuable, life is more nuanced than the picture we see through our screens. For instance, it’s easy ...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/aging/rediscover-your-passions-post-retirement  With newfound time and a financial cushion (hopefully) accounted for, what possibilities does retirement hold for your wellbeing? How can you invest...

Written by: C. Beck Airing grievances is so healthy, there’s a whole holiday for doing it with family: Festivus. As the days get darker and shorter, our grievances may be toward absolutely everything around us: loved ones, responsibilities, the economy, the ...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/worksheets/re-balance-yourself-with-a-life-inventory  Do you spend adequate time on the things that reward you most? Or, like most adult humans, do you sometimes dedicate extra energy to activitie...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/worksheets/spark-action-on-a-daunting-task  Don’t let a daunting task get you stuck. Get a realistic idea of what exactly has to be done, then spark action by taking the pressure off. Download ...

Written by: M. Stanica Navigating the family dynamic after your parents’ divorce can be a minefield, let alone during the holidays. Anxiety over deciding who are you going to spend the holidays with and not hurting anyone’s feelings can make it hard to focus ...

Written by: A. Netto Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/motivation/choosing-to-change-unhealthy-habits  Unhealthy habits make our lives harder than they need to be. However, it’s also hard to change unhealthy habits. So how can you make the choice and...

Written by: C. Beck Was I really raised by a narcissist? Most people shy away from even asking this question: it feels shameful not to praise the people who, in name, helped you get to adulthood. But in reality, our parents are human, and it’s ok to acknowle...

Written by: L. Sanchez Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/work/stop-procrastination-before-it-stops-you We have to take action to achieve our goals. However, how many of us plan to take action but struggle to actually follow through? If we know what ...

Written by: E. Shabazian Some of us experience mixed feelings about visiting our relatives. Of the many reasons to dread get-togethers, family gatherings can shove painful favoritism in our faces. After time apart, it’s hard to be reminded of the family hier...

Written by: S. Rainne Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/work/enlist-others-anti-procrastination-tactic-body-doubling  When you want to get something done, but can’t seem to do it, “body doubling” may be able to help.  Body doubling might sound stran...

Written by: A. Won Spending quality time with friends, in laws, and your own family is important. But you can’t always accept their invites, whether you want to or not. It shouldn’t be a problem, as long as you know how to decline an invitation with authenti...

Written by: Y. Sewdayal Controlling behavior can come from just about anyone in your life. It could be your boss, a family member, a friend, or even your partner. Controlling people are all around. We most commonly hear about controlling husbands and control...

Written by: C. Beck Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/burnout/bite-sized-burnout-prevention  We live in a world that breeds burnout. So how can you take small measures on a daily basis to prevent these symptoms from escalating? How can you prevent a ...

Written by: S. Rainne Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/work/emotional-readiness-to-work-after-a-vacation  Going back to work after time off can be surprisingly difficult. Next vacation, use these steps to ease your return to the daily grind. Vacati...

Written by: R. Richardson Website link: https://www.supportiv.com/work/how-to-be-proud-of-your-work-ethic-without-burning-out  When you thrive, you can help your team thrive. So how can you proudly show your work ethic and how much you care–without burning...