Dear Selfless Esteem, I just had a baby and I didn't expect such hardship. I thought I was already parenting in a way because ...

Prioritize spending alone time together, but start with a small, achievable goal like going out to eat or going for a walk once per month. During your time together, only talk about light-hearted ...

When people are having a bad day, they commonly feel overwhelmed. It’s important to recognize this emotion and take a break. Ideally, you’d be able to take a short walk or sit outdoors enjoying nature ...

Dear Selfless Esteem, My son has been diagnosed with autism. What should I do? Signed, No Clue Dear No Clue, First of all, get a second opinion about the Austism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis.

Dear Selfless Esteem, Does the “Let Them” theory contradict the Bible? Doesn’t the Bible say that we should motivate each other to do good works? It also says to make disciples all over the world. In ...

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio Both older people and younger people benefit from intergenerational friendships. When they’re together, the older person tends to feel respected in their role and the ...

Dear Selfless Esteem, How do I stop feeling so insecure about myself? I’m constantly thinking that everything I do is being watched and judged by others. It’s exhausting. Signed, Insecure Blues Dear ...

I also recommend that you find a competent therapist to discuss your thoughts and feelings. Some therapists offer telehealth if that works better for you at this time. If you need a crisis counselor ...

The #1 Counselor At the same time, keep in communication with God, who’s the perfect helper (See and “ How To Pray in 5 Simple Steps.”) God promises, “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you ...

Ignore mild misbehavior and acknowledge good behavior with sincere, specific compliments. If the underlying need is attention, then your son will discover that he receives it with good conduct.

You described feeling guilty and exhausted. Such emotions are significant indicators that it’s time to either alter the friendship or end it. Furthermore, you didn’t express any positive feelings ...

Dear Selfless Esteem, How do you heal a broken heart? Signed, Hurting Dear Hurting, I’m so sorry you’re going through a difficult time in your life. I don’t know your specific circumstance, but broken ...