The Bond of Sexual Intimacy: How do partners openly share this bond that means so much to a relationship? Communicating from the beginning, as to what is and what is not acceptable to each is a good start. When one is able to share their feelings about this very important … Read More
PER GRADUS in the New Year
PER GRADUS (or step by step) I have a family member who no longer walks with ease, but needs the assistance of a walker to keep her steady and upright. This Latin phrase is a good reminder of a different way to begin the year. It evokes progress forward, but … Read More
Is it time for a new beginning?
You can do that you know. As the end of the old year comes to a conclusion one can make New Year resolutions, vows, promises and a host of other pledges which one has the greatest of intentions to keep. However, what do they all mean if the intent is … Read More
How is the Economy Changing the American Family- part 2
This is second and final part of looking at how the economy is changing families. I know many young adults who feel the economy has messed with their life plans. Not only is the economy contributing to the increase of young adults moving back home to live with their parents, … Read More
Holiday Memorials
The holidays can stir up many different thoughts and feelings. They can remind us of great times we shared with friends and loved ones. How we remember the past has a lot to do with the ways in which we react to situations today. The positive experiences of the past, … Read More
Holiday Stress Inoculation
If only we could alleviate stress as easily as a vaccine in which we would no longer be susceptible to anxiety at all during the holidays. (The lines would be long and inventory short.) Here are a few strategies to help you prepare for the stress. First, think about all … Read More
Holiday Stress
When was your last frustrating moment? We all have them. Mine was about a minute ago when I could not find my reading glasses. Did you know that the average person faces around 30 frustrations each day. They add up rather quickly. Usually (for me, anyway) there are stressors simply … Read More
Surviving Going Home for the Holidays
When the holidays arrive many people go home to spend time with family and friends, some travel across town and others travel across the country to be with loved ones. For some adults going home can be bitter sweet; looking forward to family traditions, but not wanting the family drama … Read More
Holiday Self-Care Strategies
Many clients seem to struggle a bit when I ask them about what they do to take care of themselves. Often we put ourselves at the very bottom of the to do list and prioritize everyone else instead. There is so much we know we should be doing, but are … Read More
