Got Anger?
Anger is a basic feeling, along with sad, glad, disgusted, and scared. In our culture, anger has traditionally been the only socially acceptable feeling for men. It’s time to move on from this belief.
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The Healing Power of Trees
According to Arbor Day Foundation, research is proving in study after study that trees are beneficial for mental and physical health.
Working with Veterans
Veterans are a joy to work with.
When counseling employees of the Veterans Administration, they uniformly comment that they love working with the veterans. My personal experience reflects that same feeling.
Trees, Beautiful Trees
In the last 12 months, six trees around my house have died, been cut down, or blown over. I miss the shade. My home does, too.
Suffering from Caregiver Stress? Resources for You.
As the number of aging individuals increases, the number of caregivers is also increasing. Caregiver stress is an important topic as more and more people find themselves in this role.
Do You Want to Be Heard?
Are you Actively Listening?
Active listening is an effective technique for hearing one another. It feels good to be heard.
The Five Love Languages
Do you know your partner loves you, but you don’t feel like they do? Try the Five Love Languages test by Gary Chapman.
The Many Benefits of Tai Chi
Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese form of exercise, provides benefits beyond the physical.
How to Co-Parenting Positively
When you can finally look in the mirror and admit your marriage is over, it’s time to really focus on what’s best for your children. You can spend every ounce of energy and every waking minute on trying to make your eventual ex-spouse’s life miserable, or you can use that time and energy to do something positive.