by David Lowenstein | Aug 6, 2018 | Timely Topics
A new school year is about to begin. While this is typically a time of great anticipation and excitement, there’s plenty of nervousness and anxiety to go around as well. Children get the back-to-school jitters for a number of reasons, and the vast majority of...
by David Lowenstein | Jul 24, 2018 | Timely Topics
If there’s one thing certain about life, it’s that life is always uncertain. While you may experience days filled with joy, hope and anticipation, you may also face many others with sadness, hardship, worry and failure. I spend a lot of time talking with people about...
by David Lowenstein | Jul 11, 2018 | Timely Topics
Have you ever watched two children form a friendship? It’s effortless, innocent and sweet. Kids have an uncanny ability to walk up to a stranger on the playground, introduce themselves and instantly become friends – without even knowing each other’s name. Finding...
by David Lowenstein | Jun 27, 2018 | Timely Topics
Suicide has been in the news a lot lately. From well-known celebrities to innocent middle school students, the suicide epidemic is widespread and knows no boundaries. It touches people from all walks of life and does not discriminate based on age, race, class, or...
by David Lowenstein | Jun 11, 2018 | Timely Topics
In the wake of this past week’s headlines announcing the deaths of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, two individuals who were loved and admired by many, I’ve been reflecting on the subject of loss – in all its many forms. From the death of a loved one, to a breakup, a...
by David Lowenstein | May 22, 2018 | Timely Topics
I spend a great deal of time talking with people about unhappiness. And in many cases, loneliness is the culprit. At our core, we are wired to be in relationship and community with others, and when we’re not, we naturally feel sad and alone. In America, a society...
