Looking Back to Move Forward
I watched a video interview recently with an elderly man turning 100 years old. The reporter asked him what his secret to aging was and had him reflect on his life over the last century. (By the way, he said his secret was eating lots of candy – but the jury’s still...
Grief & The Holidays
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” These lyrics by Andy Williams belong to one of the most famous holiday songs and will surely be blaring in a department store near you soon (if not already). Sadly, for many, these words will sting for the first time this...
It’s not about the Nail
Funny video, but how many of you can identity with this? https://youtu.be/-4EDhdAHrOg
The Four Minute Challenge
Have you ever tired to stare into the eyes of someone you love for four minutes - Checkout this video and then try it yourself and see what happens! https://youtu.be/ONYlKmdylXg
Addictions: Beyond Drinking & Drugs
A few years ago, TLC aired a show called “My Strange Addiction.” It featured rare, abnormal, and downright bizarre addictions that some people have. A few particularly strange ones included: eating sand, drinking paint, chewing on rubber from tires, eating glass,...
Are You A Problem Gambler?
Breaking Up With the Lies We Believe
Hollywood has given us some fairly famous breakups: Angelina and Brad, Sonny and Cher. And when it comes to breakups, you’ve probably heard the line (or were the one to deliver it), “It’s not you. It’s me.” But sometimes that’s just not true. Sometimes it’s not you...
Braving the Bully – Victory & Power in Truth
As parents, we’ve sat through countless Disney and superhero movies. Every plot plays out the same. Villain bullies and preys on protagonist. Protagonist is just about to give up or be defeated when their inner gift/strength/courage finally bursts through, empowering...
When Feelings Fade – Bringing the Love Back
If you were alive during the Top Gun era, you can probably sing every word to The Righteous Brothers’ “You’ve Lost that Loving Feeling.” No judgment and no shame – I’d sing right along with you...and Goose and Maverick, if I could only carry a tune! But losing that...
Gone Astray: Recovering from an Affair
Muhammad Ali couldn’t deliver a right hook quite like the gut-punch you just received. Whether you suspected it or were completely in the dark about it, finding out your spouse has had an affair is a devastating blow. While I don’t have a crystal ball to say exactly...