“Real Answers” looks at the latest research on factors which employees say shape their level of job satisfaction. Licensed mental health counselor Christopher Anderson says at-work contentment is impacted less by pay and benefits — and more by how well co-workers get along and respect each other. Also in this conversation: Why it matters Three …
“Real Answers” on Family Life tackles the tough topics facing individuals, couples and families. Licensed Professional Counselor Christopher Anderson joined us this week to talk about the distinctions between happiness and joy. He says when our goal is to “be happy, hopefully” we base our attitude in reaction to circumstances around us. The better choice …
As another school year begins, parents cannot just “hand off” the education of their children to schools and teachers. So says professional counselor Christopher Anderson, who offers practical advice on “Real Answers“, the Family Life news feature which addresses big issues facing Christians and Christian families.Anderson emphasizes that parents are their children’s primary educator, especially …
Real Answers As students head back to high schools soon, there will be some focus on vocational counseling and college preparation. Christian counselor Christopher Anderson says students would do well to have calm and open guidance from schools — and their loved ones — because it can be a challenge to map out 40 or …
Therapists and mental health counselors can guide people through some significant challenges in life. Physicians and psychiatrists can also be of help, sometimes with recommendations on medications which can provide benefits for individuals with mental health challenges or illnesses. On this edition of “Real Answers”, licensed Christian counselor Christopher Anderson offers his professional observations on …
Procrastination … not just “getting around to it” … getting through it The reasons we procrastinate are numerous, but Christian counselor Christopher Anderson says our self-doubt often keeps us from making forward progress. Any time a person feels over-scheduled or over-stressed, it’s easy to get bogged down. The tasks might be boring or less important …
A growing trend is the number of post-high-school adults who live with their parents. It’s described, somewhat imprecisely, as a “failure to launch.” The reasons are numerous: financial, medical, convenience — or fear of “adulting”. Christian counselor Christopher Anderson says there are practical ways families can help their young adult children be more comfortable and …
Bonus content: Family Life also asked our frequent News Feature guest for local reaction about this week’s updated news that the U.S. Surgeon General has issued a warning about the social, emotional and physical effects which come from young people being on social media. In his private practice, Christoper Anderson says the device addiction is …
The move to at-home work has opened new opportunities but also created new challenges to workplace cohesion and accountability. Our specialist on Christ-centered priorities in various aspects of our lives, counselor Christopher Anderson, offers insights on how employees have responsibilities to maintain productivity standards, even if their job has them “out of the office” part or …
“Why Encouragement Matters in the Workplace” A new poll shows most workers feel “unappreciated” at work. Licensed Christian counselor Christopher Anderson takes a closer look at why compliments are “encouraged” on the job in this week’s edition of “Real Answers”. This feature is matched with a parallel conversation to how employees can be appreciative …
