Thoughts of a Therapist
The #1 Thing That Will Set You up for a Better Year
We learn to avoid discomfort of all kinds from a very young age and the evading gets perpetuated as we grow into adulthood. As far back as we could remember, when we got hurt, our parents would just kiss our boo boo’s and everything was okay, when we got into an...
12 Reasons for Having Gratitude for Your Dysfunctional Family During the Holidays
We all have our own distinct story and define “dysfunction” in our own way, as it impacts each of us differently. Whatever the dysfunction is and to whatever extent, letting it have power over you and sustain control over your life is taking away from the meaningful...
Stress: The Growing Teen Epidemic
Teens routinely say that their school-year stress levels are far higher than they think is healthy and their average reported stress exceeds that of adults, per an annual survey published by the American Psychological Association (APA).[i] On average, teens reported...
How to Develop an Attitude of Gratitude
It’s not easy to maintain an attitude of gratitude and consistently remind ourselves of all the positivity that we have in our lives, rather than focus on all that is lacking and absent. It’s applicable in our relationships too. It’s challenging to feel and maintain...
How to Handle Halloween Candy With Your Kids
As parents, there may be nostalgia and excitement associated with watching your children dress up in their individually selected costumes, while getting together with friends, and joining in on a community based tradition. On the other hand, you may be exasperated...
New Parenting Issues: Creepy Clown Anxiety
A New Parenting Phenomenon: Creepy Clown Anxiety Thirty-three states have reported creepy clown “incidents.”[i] Although a majority of them have been hoaxes and false alarms, there have also been some legitimate incidents where creepy clowns have been caught...
