“We don’t see things as they are, we see them as we are.” ~ Anais Nin One cold wintery day, my oldest daughter, who was two at the time, woke up to a blanket of snow outside. Having no previous recollection of playing in the snow, she was anxious to go out and build a…
Lot’s of people wonder, how to set boundaries without feeling guilty or hurting other people. In answering that, I think it’s helpful to first understand what a boundary is. The term “boundaries” is something we hear about a lot, but many of us don’t fully understand what it means. Dr’s Henry Cloud and John Townsend define…
If you have ever asked yourself, “Do we need marriage counseling?” then that is a pretty good indication that you should pursue that thought. I believe that dedicating time to improving your relationship can be beneficial for every couple. Seeking guidance from a professional marriage therapist can help you develop the best possible relationship. Romantic…
Sue Johnson has done it again! What remarkable research in the field of relationships. I think the reason I appreciate Sue’s work so much is it is not just gimmicky advice. She clearly explains, in a reader- friendly way, what the current research on love tells us. She demonstrates what we know about love and…
Your brain is hard-wired for connection. Social bonding is an essential part of being human. Feeling close and connected and accepted by others is not just a nice idea; it is necessary for thriving. What triggers oxytocin release? When we engage in socially bonding experiences such as hugging, kissing, spending time with loved ones, thinking…
This is the third in a three-part series of understanding EFT through the characters in Disney’s Frozen. If you missed the first article, I’d encourage you to start there. “Part 1” and then” Part 2.” Inevitably, all of my clients want to know, “If this is normal – this pursuing and withdrawing, how do we fix…
This is the second in a three-part series of understanding EFT through the characters in Disney’s Frozen. If you missed the first article, I’d encourage you to start there. “Do You Wanna Build A Snowman” After unintentionally harming Anna with her power to freeze, Elsa’s parents warn her to stop experiencing emotion, hide her power,…
Have you seen Disney’s newest movie, Frozen? I just got home from the movie theater and can hardly wait to write this post. In addition to loving the music and animation, I was enthralled with the depth of human emotion and relationship insight that was depicted in the story. Sometimes Disney portrays key human…
Pick flowers off the side of the road SnailMail a love letter – either to home, or to work. Create an audio love letter. Smart phones make this really easy. Either record it directly onto theirs, or record it to your own and email it to them. If you do not have smart phones,…
Have your kids ever been on a seemingly innocent website and then something offensive pops up in an ad? This video will show you how to quickly and effectively turn off all internet ads so you won’t have to worry about that anymore. Other suggestions for keeping your family safe online include: Add Internet filters to…
I love this quote! That really is what sets us apart and allows us to contribute to society. When we make the sacrifices to work hard today, we are in a better position to excel tomorrow. Keeping New Year’s Resolutions is difficult for everyone. According to research by the University of Scranton, only 8% of…
It’s that time of year again where we talk about evaluating our life and set goals for things to change. Most of the time we have abandoned our goals by the end of January and our good intentions remain just that . . . good intentions. But what if this year could be different? What…