As we approach the end of another year, it’s natural for us to reflect on the journey we’ve taken and to ponder the successes and challenges we’ve faced. This annual introspection not only allows us to acknowledge our achievements but also provides an opportunity to learn from our setbacks. As a counseling practice committed to...
As the “Happy Holidays” season is upon us, Christmas lights are winking of good cheer and gladness, and holiday music tells us to “be of good cheer!” Unfortunately, this is not always the case. There can be family conflict, stressors and pressures for the perfect gift, dread for another holiday without a loved one, or...
A few weeks back I made a frantic phone call to a friend. This friendship is in its beginning phases so I hesitated at first. Eventually, necessity won out and I had to call her. When she answered, I took a long pause because I knew tears were coming. My older son had been hit...
I was listening to a radio talk show with a well-known chef. He was discussing the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and asked callers to share their ‘wow’ dishes that family and friends adore. The first caller wanted to know what the chef prepared that was his signature dish. This led him to talk about how surprisingly,...
With all the hoopla surrounding Halloween, it’s important to take a step back and make sure we are also giving attention to the grown-up aspects of our lives. If you happen to love costumes and haunted houses, at least aim for a minimum of one kid-free event. My plan is to hang with my friends...
For some reason the moment I think I have the holiday season under control, that is the exact moment an influx of more things to do falls in my lap. My goal is to get all my holiday shopping done ASAP so I can actually enjoy myself. I felt so accomplished after my shopping trip...
It’s that time of year again. We are all crazed with endless holiday obligations. There’s so much to remember in addition to our regular commitments, that it is surprising our brain synapses haven’t imploded under the pressure. Every year I make a conscious effort to do less. I am trying to find that balance of...
In a recent meeting I attended, a colleague asked me about my boys. I felt lit up from the inside as I talked about their recent achievements and other various details of their lives. After I finished ‘my-kids-are-awesome’ spiel, she commented that she was impressed that I am enjoying them so much at this age....
In case you might have forgotten, you are awesome. You read that right…you are awesome. How do I know this? All I have to do is ask your kids. Kids don’t need perfection from you, they only need you exactly as you are. If you gave your kids a chance to pick anyone in the...
How do you handle the Santa situation? When is a good time to tell your kids the ‘truth’? If Santa isn’t applicable to your household, what about the Tooth Fairy or any other aspect of family life that is slightly ‘magical’? So far, my eight year old is still solidly into believing. He has this...
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