The Many Faces of Maternal Depression
Since Mother’s Day is this month, I’d like to touch on a topic that can be hard to discuss but one that hits close to home for many moms. While this nationally recognized holiday is usually associated with brunches, flowers and family gatherings, it is sometimes met with sadness, painful memories and depression. With […]
Road Rage, We’ve All Been There
You’re running late for work, the freeway is jammed with traffic and the person in the next lane just cut you off. Like many folks, your natural inclination might be to curse at them (because they can obviously hear you) or use an inappropriate gesture (because that will teach them a lesson). While seemingly harmless, […]
Workplace Bullying – What to Know and How to Stop It
In my most recent post, I discussed the complexities surrounding workplace bullying and how it affects organizations as a whole. Today, I’d like to talk about specific ways to identify, prevent and deal with this sensitive and often misunderstood problem. Step 1: Houston, we have a problem. Workplace bullying is on the rise. To understand […]
Finding Your Way Back to Normal
When it comes to politics, one thing is certain: This country has been on a wild ride for the last several months. The election is over, but we continue to be presented with a roller coaster of events. And now that a new president is in the Oval Office, many people are expressing their support—or […]
It’s February—Time to Strengthen Your Relationship
In my recent Valentine’s Day video, I encouraged people to take a little time to really look at the relationship they have with their spouse or partner. Do you spend time connecting with your partner every day? Do you communicate on a regular basis? The overarching goal of this communication is to find out what […]
How to Banish a Bad Mood
Bad moods may surface when you’re least expecting them. Although they’re often triggered by events that seem incidental, they can disrupt relationships and negatively impact your daily life. Most bad moods are gone as quickly as they appear, but some of them can stick around for days. Either way, you’d be better off without them. […]
Overcoming Social Anxiety
If you’re a person who feels overly anxious in social situations, you may be breathing a sigh of relief that the holidays are behind you. Social engagements are plentiful during the month of December, and people who experience symptoms of social phobia may consider the holidays an especially challenging time period. Here’s the good news: […]
New Year’s Resolutions: Take a Different Approach
If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to establish some resolutions for the new year. Keep in mind, however, that following through on those resolutions may be more challenging than you anticipated. Reaching an important goal or making a significant life change is never an easy task, but it can be well […]
Getting Along with People Who Disagree with Your Political Views
Many of us are frustrated and overwhelmed with the looming presidential election. The amount of animosity and outright hatred associated with this election is unparalleled in modern politics. And the behavior isn’t limited to the television. Across the country relationships are being strained (or sadly, ended) over dinner tables, at churches and particularly on social […]
