Sharon L. Mikrut - Empowerment Coach

Helen Kubler Ross' Five Stages Of Grief

In a previous blog post titled "Handling Loss - Five Steps to Help Yourself & Others", I provided information on understanding loss and tips to be in a better position to help yourself and others work through their own loss. This post will help you to understand the different stages of loss or grief.

Handling Loss - Five Steps To Help Yourself & Others

People often tell me that they don't know what to say when someone experiences a loss. I explain that often times the person experiencing the loss simply needs to talk. You don't need to say anything; just be there to listen and support the individual. However, most people are still uncomfortable with helping family members, friends, and colleagues cope with loss. This article provides information on understanding loss and tips to be in a better position to help yourself and others work through their own loss.

Five Tips for Creating a Healthy Balance in Your Life

My mother once said that “The older you get, the faster time will fly.”How true that is! Perhaps this is why people try to cram as much into their day as possible. However, when you become too busy and forget to set aside adequate time for yourself, it will take its toll on you physically, mentally, and/or emotionally. Signs that you should slow down can include, but are not limited to, frustration, anger, a short temper, exhaustion, depression, skin rashes, and illnesses. This article provides five tips on how to create a healthier balance in your life.