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Q: I'm a single woman. I've been wondering if I should have a will and/or estate plan. Is this something I should be concerned about?

Jim: I'd say: it depends. Under most circumstances it's advisable for anyone to have a will, but the precise course of action you should follow will be determined by the specifics of your situation.

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Q: My daughter is 12 years old. Looking back on my own teen years, I had a really rough time emotionally. As her mom, what can I do to help her through what I expect to be a challenging season in her life?

Jim: I'll highlight that I'm a dad who raised two boys -- but I understand. Our staff counselors emphasize the immense importance of a ...Read more

Q: My wife and I have been noticing significant differences regarding how we each interact with our children. She tends to emphasize the rules, I'm a little more easygoing. What's your preferred approach?

Jim: I think many moms and dads tend to be black-and-white in their parenting. Their approach is like a light switch -- all one way or all ...Read more

Q: I set a lot of goals for last year -- but I only managed to reach a couple of them. I'm really discouraged. Do you have any tips for motivation to keep going?

Jim: I'll offer a phrase to keep in mind when life gets tough -- just get to the next tree.

There's a military training school in Vermont that puts soldiers through incredibly ...Read more

Q: Every December I set goals for new things I want to accomplish in the next year. But even when I've managed to follow through and achieve those things I still feel unfulfilled. Isn't life all about seeking and finding new experiences? What am I missing?

Jim: One of the most common traditions at New Year's parties all over the world is to ...Read more