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Grieving during the Holidays: How to Cope with Divorce, Separation, and Death

by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach If you’re wondering how you’re going to handle grieving during the holidays, you’re not alone.  Though friends and family may offer their sympathies, their words can sometimes add to the complexity of emotions you’re already feeling. This is especially true if you’ve recently gone through a Read More

How to Have a Healthy Romantic Relationship – Even with a Difficult Past

by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach What does a healthy romantic relationship look like? The work required to form and maintain a healthy romantic relationship is not as easy – or quick –- as movies and TV shows make it seem. Have you tried putting two random things together? You’re two people, Read More

Heal Your Soul: How to Rediscover Yourself after a Breakup

by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach The path to heal your soul is not a linear, clear journey. Breaking up brings on a flurry of emotions. Being single again is a stark contrast to the happiness you once felt when your connection to another was intact. The stability and comfort you felt Read More

Finding Your Life Partner: Is It Out of Your Hands and up to Fate?

by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach There’s no foolproof hack for how to find your life partner.  Healthy relationships are the result of consistent effort and adapting to changes in your life and theirs. You might assume that if you find whoever’s meant to be your life partner, it’ll be smooth sailing Read More

Overcoming Guilt and Shame to Harness the Power of Your Past

by Dr. D Ivan Young, ICF Master Certified Coach Feelings of guilt and shame are detrimental to your success and happiness.  Like any other human being, you’ve made mistakes — some big and some small. It’s important to remember you’re not alone in this. The most successful people have made plenty of mistakes. The difference Read More