Relationships depend on mutual respect. The value of family life, marriage of loving and stable relationships in bringing up children is central to relationships. Rights and responsibilities underpin relationships for self and others. Commitment to safety and wellbeing is important to consider in forming a familial relationship. Gender equality has to be considered but outside…
In what ways do we try to shrink ourselves, physically and emotionally to try and fit in? What are ways that we can once again claim space in the world? It is BodyRespect week on Body Sovereign Sunday and our topic is Claiming Space. So many of us live our lives in a shrunken state.…
The New Year is always an exciting time for me. It is a beginning, a fresh start or approach to life. The beginning of the Holiday Season is usually hectic for me as well as my clients. I also have a birthday squished in between the holidays. So, for me it is a time to…
When considering therapy the approach is important . Women like that I allow some venting and strategy. Males like my straightforward , practical and clear solutions. Customers like revealing the causes for things that depress them. Everything is caused, but not every thing can be fixed by counseling . The name of the game is…
The “Wizard of OZ” can teach us about ourselves. Whether you lack courage, logic or are overly sensitive; these are not bad traits. Curiosity and dreaming as Dorothy did are signs of interest in personal growth. A mark of maturity is learning what works and what does not. Want a different life? Get some advice.…
Many of us who are not happy with our bodies also have a challenging relationship with food. We are so convinced that we can shape and control our body through our actions and our food choices that our relationship with food has become an emotional and moral landmine on a cultural level. In that landmine,…
A big part of making and keeping friends is doing your part.If some 1gives too much, anger sets in.Friends can expect forgiveness. But the friend who feels used may want to spend less time with the less reliable friend. When determining the relationship’s value ask yourself these things. 1 Is it too much work? 2…
Most people delaying doing chores or anything unpleasant, because it isn’t fun. Next time you are resistant to exercise, chores or paid work consider the following. What do you gain my putting off the task? Hint Usually you may incur more stress, if there is a deadline. Who is being hurt by your delayed action? Hint Dog…
Standing up for yourself conversationally is needed in this day and age if faced with a person of a forceful manner. Invading peoples personal space with upfront aggression is over time a form of bullying. Bullying in a psychological way or a physical way can also cause harm. If you are in the position of being…
Good morning. It may seem perfectly naturally, when you wake to put out a tweet or a post on Facebook to announce to your friends or the world how your week went. Sharing updates about yourself online is a quick and easy way to keep in touch with long distance friends. But in talking about…