The internet provides numerous helpful resources for understanding mental health issues affecting the lives of many people. Companion to "Effective Counseling Skills" by the same author, this volume has been prepared for counselors and the general public to address common life challenges. Part 1 gives the text of practical articles for issues and problems commonly experienced in life including grief, depression, marital difficulties, conflict and communication problems, sexual abuse, suicide, death and dying, anger, loss of caring parents, homosexuality, and addiction. Part 2 is a short lesson book for teachers and school counselors on teaching empathy in the classroom with applications transferrable to the workplace, family life, and personal relationships. Part 3 is a personal Life Story Questionnaire to help increase self-awareness of factors affecting your life and relationships. Simply completing the questionnaire will move you forward in your healing. The articles can also be used freely as handouts in workshops or seminars delivered to schools, church or religious groups, hospital staff.