The holidays are fast approaching. Warm fires, yummy pies, comfort food, long-held traditions. These are the things that so many of us look forward to and enjoy about Thanksgiving and Christmas. But there are also those of us who dread the holidays. For some, the holidays mean facing some messy family drama. As a society, […]
The Single Valentine
These days, Valentine’s day seems like it has taken on a life of its own with the all the commercial hype! For many of us this is fine, it is a fun excuse to celebrate our love and/or relationship. However, for those who don’t have a significant other this can be a hard time of year. […]
Engage In Life
A few years ago, I started a new job with a health system right before my birthday. So I was surprised when my new boss gave me a really nice birthday gift: a purple long-sleeved pullover with the phrase “Engage in Life” embroidered on the front. (I think it was leftover from a cancer fundraiser, […]
Holiday Traditions
What holiday memories do you have from your childhood? They are likely tied to family traditions. When I was growing up, my family lived far away from our extended family members, so we were almost always traveling on Christmas Day. So unlike many of my friends, whose grandparents, aunts, and uncles all lived nearby, we […]
Using Technology to Revive– Not Destroy– Your Marriage
Every year, thousands of couples seek marriage counseling to help improve their relationships. And with all the new technology popping up over the past few decades, we’re seeing new trends in why couples seek help. Social media allows people to connect in ways and at speeds that weren’t possible until recently, but that opportunity comes with […]