Dear MOTIVATION: My boyfriend, a U.S. Marine, struggles with flashbacks from his military service. There are moments during intimacy when he becomes distant, yells out, doesn’t want to touch me, or stares off at the ceiling or wall. His feelings and moods make our intimate moments challenging. I deeply care for him and want to […]
Dear MOTIVATION: I have gone on a few dates with someone I initially thought I’d like. However, I’m just not feeling any chemistry. I really don’t want to hurt their feelings, but I’m also not sure if I should give it another chance. On one hand, I’d hate to end things prematurely; on the other, […]
Dear MOTIVATION: I’m part of a project team at work, but we constantly struggle with collaboration, which is causing us to fail to meet our goals. It seems each member is working in isolation, resulting in miscommunication, a little to no trust, and frustration. I want to improve our collaboration and boost morale, but I’m […]
Dear MOTIVATION: I’m constantly bombarded with requests from friends, family, and coworkers, and I find myself unable to say no. This has left me feeling overwhelmed and burned out. I want to help others, but I also need to take care of myself. How can I set healthy boundaries without feeling guilty about disappointing those […]
Dear MOTIVATION: My son has developed a deep dislike for the sound of his voice, a feeling that began in middle school and grew stronger throughout high school. Now, in college, he expresses his annoyance and frustration about the sound of his voice more often. Is it possible for him to change his voice to […]
Dear MOTIVATION: Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and my partner often forgets it. I am torn between bringing it up to avoid disappointment or letting it go to keep the peace. I worry that if I mention it, I might upset him AGAIN, which he will then use as an excuse not to […]
Dear MOTIVATION: Life is currently constantly challenging me. Just as I overcome one hurdle, another appears, sometimes multiple troubles or problems at once! Whether it be bills, relationship issues, car troubles, work-related problems, home issues, family challenges, or personal health issues. I often feel exhausted and hopeless, questioning what I might have done in my […]
Dear MOTIVATION: My mother’s passing last year has left me feeling numb and heartbroken. As I navigate this new year, I want to honor her memory while trying to keep my family’s spirits high. I know I will need to take better care of myself and my health to achieve and maintain these goals. It […]
Dear MOTIVATION: I’m writing because I feel overwhelmed by the stress and demands of my job. The 12-to-14-hour work days consume my thoughts and energy and leave me with very little time for self-care. I know I need to prioritize my mental health and well-being, but I struggle to find a balance between my responsibilities […]
Dear MOTIVATION: Since leaving the United States Air Force, I’ve been struggling with overwhelming expectations for myself. I want to succeed in civilian life, but it feels awkward with a mountain of pressure. In the military, I was proactive and accountable. I worked daily to exceed expectations to achieve my command’s mission. As a civilian […]
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