Teenagers are infamous for having drama in their lives. When it comes to dating relationships, this can cause much trauma. Yes, I said trauma. At the center of the teenage life, relationships are very important, especially related to love. What can you do to decrease teen drama in the area of dating? First, be patient….
Having a positive attitude and support are essential secrets to success. A perfect example of this is the Eagles winning the game. Looking back, I do not see how there is any way we could have lost. The attitudes of the players, as well as the fans were a dynamic part of this whole journey….
Where is the most peaceful place you have ever been? Let me tell you a little about my most peaceful place. It is Lourdes in southwestern France. I was lucky enough to visit there in 2005. The feeling I had when I was there was like no other. Complete and utter relaxation. Time seem to…
Many people over the years have asked me what does anxiety feel like? It may be a client, support person or family member that asks that question. It is important to remember that each person’s experience with anxiety is different. It is very important to educate and explain the concept of anxiety. Why is it…
Do you have certain goals that you want to achieve for 2018? Do you cringe at sitting down and writing them down and figuring out specific steps? Everyone as a different philosophy in life and what they want out of it. Success can mean different things to different people. Here are some helpful tips for…
When someone first introduced me to the concept of silence, and how to use it for emotional health, I was skeptical. How could having silent moments decrease anxiety and worry, as well as improve mood stability? Once I tried it and incorporated it into my lifestyle, I noticed a changed. I was less frustrated, more…
Anxiety can cause much distress in your life. Some days, even getting out of bed can be a challenge. How can you try to decrease anxiety in your life? Some helpful tips that have helped my clients are: Giving yourself enough time to prepare for an area in which you struggle. For example, if you…
Its beginning to look a lot like waiting in long lines, not being able to find the right gift and that dreaded rush to multiple houses on the holidays. The anger and anxiety that can be present during the holidays are overwhelming. What is suppose to be a peaceful and joyous time can turn into…
It sounds strange at first, correct? How could the times that we felt the most pain and anguish be the times we are most thankful for? We all have inner turmoil that has shaped our lives and inspired us in many ways. The key is to learn the lessons from these challenges, and use…
We all feel anxious at one time or another. One coping skill that you can use to manage that anxiety is to be wise. But what exactly does that mean? Being wise means knowing yourself well enough so that you can recognize your feelings and know what to do to prevent you from feeling out…
