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Having a Bad Day?

Having a Bad Day?

You wake up wanting to pull the covers over your head and go back to sleep.  You don’t want to face the day.  You ask … Is…

The Power of Gratitude

The Power of Gratitude

Have you seen a Facebook challenge that dares you to post something for the next 10 days for which you are grateful?  The challenge is to show…

Building Self-Esteem

Building Self-Esteem

What do you think of yourself?  Do you accept, respect, trust, and believe in yourself?  A healthy level of self-esteem means you appreciate yourself without unwarranted self-criticism;…

Out of Denial – Taking the First Step

Out of Denial – Taking the First Step

You decided to stop denying there are issues in your life.  You are ready to take the first step to face your problems.  But you feel like…

Tis the Season

Tis the Season

The air is crisp, almost with a feel of snow.  The kids are out of school playing in the family room.  Your inlaws confirmed; yes, they will…

Shaken Not Stirred

Shaken Not Stirred

Ok, so starting this week’s chat with a line from a James Bond movie may seem strange.  But, if you are part of a blended family this…

Defensive?

Defensive?

Why are you being so defensive?   How many times have you heard this?  How often have you tried to talk with your spouse, a friend, or…

Do I Have an Eating Disorder?

Do I Have an Eating Disorder?

It is holiday time again with what may seem like daily feasts and parties.  For some of us, the struggle is limiting our intake of food.  For…

The Holidays Without the Kids, Just Not the Same

The Holidays Without the Kids, Just Not the Same

Does your Thanksgiving tradition include a festive family dinner?  But this year, your daughter and her husband are with his family.  Your son is employed out of…

Conflict Resolution – Easy Steps

Conflict Resolution – Easy Steps

It’s holiday time!  What comes to mind when you hear that phrase?  Traveling, favorite meals, traditions?  Or do you picture spending time trying to avoid another major…