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The truth is protecting ourselves is really costing us something we don’t know we need. That is, sincere connections made out of pure...

I’m here today to remind you to stop. Stop trying to do everything for everyone else. This time of year is about joy, so let it be...

Throwback Thursday Did you have a social media account years ago? If yes, you are likely being reminded of some of the past events and...

Stop Saying, “New Year, New Me!” More like “New Year, Same Ol’ Me.” I get the intent behind this, but you aren’t going to suddenly become...

The holidays bring meaning to certain days, and we bring much significance back to them. When you have lost someone special, your world...

Keep your regular routine. A reliable and stable schedule brings a sense of control to our lives. In the midst of chaos, try your...

Expectations You might be faced with expectations from your family, friends and even yourself this holiday season. You may feel...

I took on the outlet store challenge this weekend and completed my Christmas shopping. Unfortunately, my feelings were no different than...

This month, I am going to take a step back from our goal-setting blogs. Instead, I will share a great technique I learned while spending...

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...

Choice In my training as a counselor, there have been countless theories about why humans behave the way they do. I relate to some to and...

Family Getting married was extremely exciting for me. Not only because we were starting a new family together, but also because we got to...

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

One of the questions I always ask in my first few sessions is, “What are you hoping for?” The answer to this question tells me a lot...

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...

It is true, we live in an imperfect world where danger is real. You may have to search for hope and will have to choose to be happy....

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...

Techniques I have learned a technique that helps me reflect while still moving forward. Take about five or ten minutes to make an...

Gratitude is an emotion similar to thankfulness. What many do not understand is that gratitude comes from within a person and not from...