Holiday Season Tip Sheet

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...

Father’s Day: What A Great Dad Does

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...

FAMILY HOLIDAYS: TIPS TO KEEPING THEM PLEASANT

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...

VALENTINE’S DAY: BEYOND THE GIFTS

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...

TIPS FOR HAVING A POSITIVE HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE

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...