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• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

We have been forced to live very differently for the past four weeks. For many this has meant slowing down, spending more quality time with family, and doing without non-essentials. Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

We have been adjusting to the new normal of working from home for the past three weeks. In my conversations with clients, it seems as though introverts are dealing with Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

Immunity and resilience are more important than ever right now. Our immune system helps us fight off disease and stay healthy. We must nurture it and protect it to keep Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

Worry is a useless emotion because it doesn’t help anything.  It is a complete waste of time and energy because it doesn’t change anything. Worrying does not prevent negative events Read More

 We all know that hand washing and social distancing are important to prevent catching and spreading the Coronavirus. However, some other things may be even better for your physical and Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

We all tend to make quick judgments with limited information in this fast-paced day and age. It’s both necessary and dangerous. According to Timothy Wilson, professor of psychology at the Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

Most of us have a habitual “go-to” response when dealing with conflict. This knee-jerk reaction may work sometimes, but not in every situation. That’s because no single approach works for Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

Our brains are like computers, storing and acting on the programs that we have received since birth. Unfortunately, about 77% of these programs are negative. According to Shad Helmstetter, PhD, Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

With all the stress and conflict the holidays can bring, it’s a great opportunity to build your emotional quotient muscles. Why should you care about your emotional quotient (EQ)?  EQ Read More

• Melissa Kessler, MA, PCC

The holidays will soon be upon us, which is a joyful, but stressful time for many people. The holidays involve shopping, cooking, cleaning, decorating, and spending time with people who Read More