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What Is A Conversational Narcissist? Sociologist, Charles Derber, coined the term Conversational Narcissist to describe a person who has...

“…neurochemicals – dopamine, norepinephrine and serotonin – surge through the body, igniting the euphoric feelings that come with falling...

Networking Volunteering helps us connect with people who want to be a part of effective change. People who volunteer or who aim to help...

If you’re too busy for sex, you’re too busy! The truth is that sex, like all other facets of marriage, takes work. You have to be willing...

I loved sports cards when I was in the 4th grade; collected, traded, and talked about them in class. I also combed through many Beckett...

How often should we be having sex? Great question! I’m glad you asked. It’s completely normal to wonder if you are having more or less...

What is Filial Therapy? Filial Therapy, created by Bernard Gurney in 1964, refers to a type of psychotherapy. Parents are taught how to...

In your own families, you probably grew up with certain traditions. Now, as a new family unit, it’s your time to establish your own...

Life can be stressful. In the midst of deadlines and schedules, we can often forget to be kind to one another. Each of us are battling...

In 1988, an aircraft flying out of Detroit crashed immediately after takeoff because the crew failed to deploy the flaps. Almost exactly...

I recently listened to a podcast called Sorta Awesome. A licensed clinical social worker Leann Gardner (http://www.leanngardner.com) was...

Parents may get divorced, but they must continue to interact with each other on behalf of the children. It’s beneficial to the child that...

Newlyweds, don’t relax just yet. You are still in for a ride after the wedding day! As you start on the delicate, sometimes frustrating,...

Disclaimer: I very much believe kids are a blessing and we should involve them in activities that nurture their soul and builds...

The “honeymoon” phase floats on by and then BAM! You guys find yourself in the midst of your first fight. The first fight can be...

Here’s how unprepared I was. When we did pre-marital counseling, our counselor told me I wouldn’t always feel ‘warm fuzzies’ for my wife....

I don’t think there is any good way to talk about this, so let’s just dive right in. I’m talking about consent!  As a parent, about a...

This is a real monster that many people are facing every day. For domestic abuse victims, everyday life can be lonely, isolated, and...

Here’s the thing that keeps me pushing forward. I’ve finally told myself that it’s ok to not be ok. Not every day is going to be all...

Twenty-two. That’s how many years of marriage I have under my belt. I met my husband while I was a senior in high school. I can remember...