What worked was committing to the smallest goal possible — doing something that was only a hair better than doing nothing. Here’s why that surprising strategy did the trick, says author and coach Christine Carter.

What can we do when everything seems out of control? Rather than resist or avoid these feelings, we can learn to accept ambiguity, take care of ourselves, and figure out the kind of life we most want to lead, says author and coach Christine Carter.

Losing these ceremonies and rites of passage may seem pretty small in the grand scheme of things, but it’s a big deal for our kids. Here’s how to help them grieve, from parenting expert Christine Carter.