Unprecedented times The only thing more viral than COVID-19 may be stress—both at home and in our collective psyche. Practically overnight, our way of life has altered, with little time to on-ramp. Work and health concerns abound, and soon we will all look like masked bandits entering our grocery store for what has become an…
Click the link below for pdf: ABC’s of Managing Stress (1) We are living in a weird, unprecedented time that is causing high levels of stress for most everyone. This guide, The ABC’s of Managing Stress, is a quick reminder of ways to feel more empowered and hopeful during this time. Stress is a continuum.…
Of all the habits we might develop to have a healthy marriage, loving our spouse seems like it would be the easiest, right? Love brought us together, so why should it be something we have to pay attention to? I once had a client inform me, “I told my wife I loved her the day…
This is a summary of the process described in this post. If the issue at hand is complicated, set aside time that won’t be interrupted. Turn off cell phones and commit to focus until you can work through the issue at hand. Ask the other if this is a good time. Bringing up a complex issue…
Having the right tools for the job Would you attempt to build a house without a hammer? Would you try to sew on a button without a needle? Would you hunt without a gun or a bow? Would you plant a garden without a trowel? Would you have a vibrant relationship without basic tools for…
Sometimes you CAN judge a book by it’s cover. This one, tattered from years of rereading, was a gift I have treasured for 30 years. Some may only know of Charles Lindbergh, the famous aviator. However, his wife, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, was a gifted writer. This little book, written on a two week retreat in…
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