Conflict-resolution skills are essential for repairing and preserving close relationships. Most of us grew up in families that did not model healthy conflict-resolution. So, the task of learning these fair…
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Conflict is an inevitable part of any close relationship. Most people dislike engaging in conflict and some people even go out of their way to avoid it. But, resolving conflict…
An Overview of: “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation: The U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Healing Effects of Social Connection and Community” Loneliness and social isolation have been growing…
“In the eight years between 2015 and 2022, over 19,000 people were shot and killed or wounded in the United States in a mass shooting. The reach of each mass…
Most parents have fears about their children’s safety. Perhaps the scariest safety issue of all is that of childhood sexual abuse. Parents have strong feelings about this issue, but most…
Like any of the big talks we have with our kids, as they grow up, the one about staying safe online is vitally important. But it can feel so daunting…
Summary of: Part I, Section Three (second half), “The Abusive Mentality” From: “Why Does He Do That?” by Lundy Bancroft Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. If after reading Part…
Summary of: Part I, Section Three (first half), “The Abusive Mentality” From: “Why Does He Do That?” by Lundy Bancroft Penguin Publishing Group. Kindle Edition. Living in an emotionally…
In my 15 years as a therapist, I’ve never seen so many lonely, emotionally disconnected people as I do right now. I suspect there are many societal forces driving this,…
Do you ever look at the people with whom you live and think, “I don’t know these people anymore.”? If so, consider these tips for renewing emotional connection. Start slow…
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