Relationships

By Alecia Rice Q: I was raised a Christian. I definitely don’t believe that way anymore but fear completely letting go. How do I move forward? —Un-Christian A: Dear Un-Christian, So many people have been in the same place. I know I have. It can take a while to unravel …

By Alecia Rice Q: I’m a spiritual woman who runs in spiritual circles. I’ve seen a trend lately of lightworkers undermining other lightworkers by judging their way of being, as if somehow, they’re doing it wrong. I’ve been a target of it myself. I find this a disturbing trend, and …

By Alecia Rice Q: I waste so much time playing the “middle person” for others. It’s hard enough to manage life without spinning my wheels in circumstances that aren’t mine. Any tips on how I can extricate myself? — Spinning My Wheels A: Dear Spinning My Wheels, These shifting times …

By Alecia Rice Q: I’m concerned about the holidays approaching and having family over with differing political views. How can we keep from arguing about politics? — The Other Side A: Dear The Other Side, It’s definitely a sticky time politically. Many of us are consumed with this controversial topic. …

By Alecia Rice Q: I have friends that I constantly disagree with lately. They just want to argue, which makes me want to argue in return. I don’t want to lose these friendships, but under the circumstances, I’m not sure how to proceed. How can I nurture a better way?  — …

By Alecia Rice Q: My Facebook friend unexpectedly blocked me without conflict or explanation. So, I can’t even contact her to ask why. I’m hurt and don’t know how to process this other than getting mad. — Blindsided A: Dear Blindsided, Social media engagements can be emotionally tricky to navigate, especially when …

By Alecia Rice Q: I feel so much pressure from my personal communications with texts, private messages, etc. that I feel like I’m on the hook with people 24/7. I’m stressed and need relief. I’d love some tips. — On Call A: Dear On Call, Technology has grown up underneath …

By Alecia Rice Q: I’m realizing that I have a gift for speaking & writing. I’m able to convey information with words in a way that is helpful & captivates, yet I’m stuck; I have this limiting belief that my value lies in conveying content that I’ve learned; almost as …

  By Alan Cohen Do you know anyone who is so firmly fixed on what he or she wants to talk about that you don’t stand a chance to talk about anything else with that person? I know a CEO who is interested only in sales statistics. If you want …

By Alecia Rice Q: I’m feeling so much social pressure. It’s hard enough to make decisions without feeling pressed by others. How do I make decisions under these circumstances? — Under Pressure A: Dear Under Pressure, We’re feeling all kinds of social pressures lately. Do we wear a mask, volunteer or schedule …