Nov 18, 2010
As the holidays get closer and closer I can almost feel the tension, stress and angst in the air with many clients. Many are anxious because they want everything to go well. Others are resentful that the bulk of the holiday work lands on them. Some are tense due to...
Jun 17, 2010
Over the years I’ve met, worked with and seen all kinds of dads. Some dads were great and some left a lot to be desired in the fathering department. I’ve also seen the effects of great versus not-so-great dads on their young children as well on as their adult...
Apr 2, 2010
Easter is in a couple days and many families will use this day as an opportunity to come together and celebrate. As many people know, however, family gatherings are not always positive events. Below are a few tips on how to make these get-togethers a...
Feb 12, 2010
I don’t know about you, but sometimes Valentine’s Day feels more like a pressure to buy a gift than it does a day to honor your relationship. Is it just me who feels this way? It seems like year after year, people run out at the last minute to get...
Dec 31, 2009
The New Year is typically a time for people to make plans, set goals and assess where they’ve been and where they want to be. This process most often entails looking at all the places where we have fallen short. We look at the weight we’ve gained (or...
Dec 18, 2009
1. Take time out. During the stress of the holiday rush, many people forget to take time to just relax. Slow down for a moment or two, connect with your loved ones and chill. Sit down together and decompress about your days. Stop the rat race and give yourself...