Entering a new year is always a time to think about resolving to make change in one's life. However, most New Year's Resolutions don't last very long! Recent surveys say…
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Before the cries of 'heresy' are yelled out during this Merry season -- bear with me! Reality dictates there are a lot of step-parent living situations and blended families in…
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This is a very important question to determine when it comes to depression. Situational depression is something that most of us face at some point in our lives. It is…
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Are you feeling stuck? That's odd because stuck isn't a feeling, it's more of a state! However, feelings that occur around being stuck include apathy, depression, helpless, frustrated and so…
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Putting boundaries in place can feel like you are being rude but they are actually a self-protective, defensive move. Sometimes we need to put a boundary or limit into place in…
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Thanksgiving is a wonderful day to celebrate gratitude and all the good things that we have in our lives. However, Thanksgiving can also be a chaotic and difficult time for…
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What we believe directs how we live our lives. Our core beliefs function like a filtering system that looks for evidence. If the core beliefs are positive and effective, reflecting…
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Change is a great idea but sometimes that's as far as it goes. Alcoholic's Anonymous is believed to be the source of a great quote "The definition of insanity is…
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Our world has become quite intolerant of process. We like quick fixes and things to be 'easy-peasy.' We stand by microwave ovens tapping our feet, wondering why it's taking so…
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What's wrong with being a perfectionist? I just like to push myself. I just have high expectations. Shouldn't we all aim for perfection? These are some fairly rational thoughts and…
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