ou really don't want any extra drama in your life, but everything you do to avoid it now just brings it closer. You might think that you can increase your social involvement, as if that will spread the intensity around and thereby make it easier to handle. But this strategy will probably backfire today and could even precipitate an emotional eruption. It's better to face any uncomfortable issues head-on, instead of trying to dance your way around them.

By Rick Levine

Monday, March 23, 2009