This post contains affiliate links. The power of writing things down is amazing. It’s amazing that a few simple questions about my highlights and patterns for the year shocked the hell out of me. I shouldn’t be surprised though since I require my clients to write down goals and questions during therapy sessions. I downloaded […]
Passive Aggressive Behaviors & Relationships: Part 1
Has anyone ever called you “passive aggressive?” Do you deal with passive aggressive behaviors at work or home? Last year I enlisted the help of my friend and licensed clinical social worker, Glenna Anderson, to help break down myths of couples counseling. This year she is back to explain these pesky behavior traits. This post […]
Part 2: Coping Skills For Family Stress & Burnout
This post contains an affiliate link. Last week’s post highlighted 3 coping skills (Taking Care Of Your Body, Setting Boundaries and Getting Organized) that can assist you if you’re struggling with family stress or burnout (or both)! These next 3 coping skills dig a little deeper. Create A Buffer – If you’re feeling burnout from […]
Part 1: Coping Skills For Family Stress & Burnout
Regardless of the source of stress in your life, having strong coping skills are the solution. It’s not just about KNOWING what coping skills are, but actively USING them. Make them as routine as brushing your teeth or charging your phone. In this 2-part series we’ll highlight family stress and burnout and specific examples of […]
Awaken Family Fun With Star Wars
As an 80’s kid, my inner child is excited for the upcoming release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. I remember playing with my Ewok village and lightsabers with my friends. It seems like grown-ups are more excited about Star Wars than kids or teens! Anyone agree??? All the interviews and hype had me thinking […]
How I Safety Plan With My Family
I am writing this in response to today’s tragedy in San Bernardino. A city near where my grandmother lived. A city 3 hours from my home in Las Vegas. A city where friends and family still live. A city where social service workers were terrorized. This story hit too close to home, and again, made […]
