Christmas is almost here, but so many people feel anxious about getting together with family or attending holiday parties and events. Aunt Rita will ask the typical questions, “Why are you still [...]
I love Christmas time. The house is lit with candles, and the fireplace warms us as we enjoy the beauty of the tree. My mom’s Hummel Nativity Set greets you when you walk in the front door. [...]
I want to stay informed, but listening to the news and angry people on social media can be depressing. Every day, problems are brought to our attention. No wonder we lose our joy. But it is [...]
ChrtiDo you have Christmas traditions? I hope so. This is the time of year to revive them or create new ones. Traditions are important and they connect us to history. Memories are kept alive [...]
It’s only the beginning of December and already people are talking about how stressed they are! Our reasons for stress are legitimate. There are family get togethers, cooking, baking, decorating, [...]
Thanksgiving is primarily an eating holiday. The main activity is giving thanks around a feast of a meal. With all those desserts and side dishes, most of us overeat! And now Christmas is upon [...]
The holidays are in full swing and emotions can run hot when families get together. But what happens when you get upset and emotions take over? It’s usually not positive! Maybe your boss yelled [...]
Every year around this time, I am asked by media to talk about how difficult it is to be with family. Getting together over the holidays with family members who don’t get along most of the year [...]
Most of my work has been talking to people who are unhappy, clinically depressed, highly anxious and traumatized. But out of that work, we can discover patterns that lead to feeling down or [...]
Many people struggle with anxiety. Here is some information to better understand what anxiety is all about and the treatment needed to overcome it. Anxiety is: on the rise and considered the most [...]