Processing dreams during therapy sessions is often a rich and rewarding experience. Many believe that our dreams come to us to teach about ourselves, and if we listen to their messages, we can learn about our deepest desires, fears, and … Read more
Deborah Cohen
Kindness begets kindness. And if the seed of kindness is within us, then we must nurture it by paying attention to cues from others as well as ourselves.
We communicate in so many ways, verbally and non-verbally, face-to-face and virtually. … Read more
Many of us go about our days in our normal routines, not consciously aware of our thoughts. How much time might you spend in a day worrying about something?
- I need this sale to go through. What if it doesn’t?
We have discussed panic attacks in a previous post. In this post we will offer some insights into the origin and treatment of phobias, a common disorder.
The Mayo Clinic defines phobia as “an overwhelming and unreasonable fear of … Read more
When you walk through a cluttered home, filled every which way with items that are not used or needed, it’s easy to trip or fall. And the same is true of mental and spiritual clutter – when the mind is … Read more
There is an increasing understanding of the role animal companions can play in our mental and physical well-being. On a basic level, regular interaction with an animal companion is known to improve our emotional state, cognitive function and social ease. … Read more
Last month we discussed the importance of having supportive guidance during a divorce process. Let’s address the steps that may precede divorce – obtaining support to decide if a marriage can be saved.
Almost all of us carry wounds from … Read more
With even the best of intentions, sometimes a marriage does not last, and even when the decision is mutual and amicable the breakup of a marriage is extremely stressful for all involved.
Reasons for separation and divorce are many. Although … Read more
Values…morals…ethics… the same concept, right? Although these ideas are related, the concept of values carries a different meaning.
Our morals, our ethics are in a sense our governing mores. They are the guidelines by which we live and how we … Read more
Every moment of every day we have the choice as to where to place our awareness and focus. Your life will reflect the result of that choice.
Let’s say you feel unhappy with your spouse, as an example. Your focus … Read more