Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Lucy Paulise is executive coach and author of Timebox, based in Texas. How do you say no—or let go—when your inner critic won’t ...

Positivity. Optimism. Confidence. These are the hallmarks of successful insurance sales leaders and their teams. But beneath the surface, a hidden challenge often undermines their potential: negative ...

“I’m so stupid,” Kasha muttered, “I always find a way to screw it up, always. This is why I never get anywhere in life…I’m just an idiot.” Since this was our first session, I allowed Kasha to finish ...

Many of us struggle with perfectionism, always aiming to be flawless in the eyes of others and ourselves. But this journey for "perfect" can easily turn into harsh self-criticism if not dealt with.

It’s been four years since the collective trauma of the pandemic created widespread grief, anxiety and isolation, but the psychological wounds of this period have not fully healed. The American ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

While there can be many forms of love—from your family to friendships to children—arguably the most important kind is the love you feel for yourself (because you can’t give from an empty cup).

I remember a friend roping me into joining a watercolor class. I had serious doubts about my ability to paint anything. Our beginning class project was to paint a still life so the instructor could ...