We aren't born knowing how to effectively handle the emotions we feel. In fact, our first coping instincts are often hurtful and focused on short term benefits. As parents we need to guide our little ones (or maybe big ones) through the tough stuff of life, so that they can start to adopt a healthy perspective about what goes on inside of themselves as well as how to express it externally. In today's episode of the Definitely. Not. Fine. podcast, May Saari walks us through how to practically teach our children about their feelings.

Life right now just feels super stressful. Whether you're stuck inside with stir-crazy children, forced to work in conditions you feel are unfair or unsafe, or simply overwhelmed by the prospect of catching this virus, it seems we all could benefit from some positive coping skills that bring fast relief. Today's episode of the Definitely. Not. Fine. podcast brings you just that.

Sometimes when we feel like we're not being heard or taken seriously, it can leave us wanting to speak or act out aggressively. We may yell, say and/or do hurtful things, as a way of making ourselves feel better in the moment. In this episode of the Definitely. Not. Fine. podcast, we explore what it is to communicate aggressively and why many men struggle with this communication issue. Options for how to improve one's own communication skills are explored in detail.

It isn't always easy to make your needs, wants or opinion known to others. In this episode of the DNF podcast, May Saari tackles female passivity and encourages women everywhere to assert themselves more effectively. Skills for how to do just that are explained in detail. Anyone wanting to communicate more effectively will want to tune in to this one.

Getting a great night sleep can sometimes feel elusive or even impossible. Between middle-of-the-night worries and the pressure to fall asleep quickly, it's no wonder so many people struggle with getting great shut-eye. Learn how you can help yourself set the stage for better sleep with today's episode, and be encouraged that a great night's sleep is entirely within your grasp.

Sometimes, it can feel like our thought life takes on a life of it's very own. This is particularly true when we get lost in problem thinking patterns. Problem thoughts can led us down a hurtful road if we allow them to. Learn how to break these thought patterns and regain control of your mind in this episode.