So often in marriage counseling clients seem to miss something big. They are often complaining about their spouse or their children or even their boss; in the process of those complaints and negativity, they are missing the focus on themselves. Fixing our problems or emotions is all about oneself. Fix …
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I live in America and I’m taking some vacation days this summer. We are the only advanced country in which there is no legally guaranteed paid leave. I work for myself so I get to determine how much time off I want and what amount of money I will not earn while I’m …
Tax time is a great time to access your financial picture. April is when we send in our taxes and pay the last of the previous year’s tax. I usually take the opportunity to look at where I am with my finances and determine if I like what I see …
There are many hallmarks for living a good life. In my coaching and marriage and family counseling I have found I’m teaching and reminding clients throughout their journey of these few guidelines. Take responsibility for your actions and mistakes Be honest with yourself and others Learn from life’s experiences and …
What are you planting in your garden this spring? What seeds are you hoping to grow and develop this year? I am really focusing on my garden this spring, and also my personal goals of health, vacation travels and continuing to plant seedlings for my retirement. You could be planning …
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Recently I have had many inquiries about my Private Marriage Retreats. My thought in this post is to give you information for yourself or your friends who may benefit from one. You might also want to give yourself a retreat by spending an isolated and intimate weekend discussing difficulties and …
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I don’t believe in New Year’s Resolutions. No one keeps them. We each have hopes on New Year’s but we experience failures because we don’t really have a plan. Instead I like to set realistic goals in just a few areas of life, with one primary goal and established accountability …
Resolve to End the Failure of Broken New Year’s Resolutions! Read More »
Recently I had a couple write to me and ask how I would help them in couples counseling. I thought I would send my response to them as a way of sharing with you what we do in counseling and how this might help you or someone you know. It …
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When you or someone you love is suffering from depression, there are many things you can do over time to raise your mood, increase your self-esteem, and feel happier and more satisfied. I think it is very important to learn what works for you. Whether it is improving a “down …
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We want to think of happiness as experiencing positive emotions, having rewarding interpersonal relationships, engaging or being in flow with life, creating meaning in life, and attaining success or achievement. Happiness or well-being can be developed and built. A great initiative is to make improved well-being an important goal. If …
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