We’re almost through January, and for many, this is when those well-intentioned New Year’s resolutions have died a fast, quick death (look up quitting Friday). If you feel like your goals have hit a dead end, don’t throw in the towel just yet! In this episode, I’ll share a proven strategy I’ve used with countless…
This marks our final episode of the year as we take a well-deserved pause to reflect, recharge, and prepare for an exciting and successful launch into 2025. We’re deeply grateful for every one of you who has joined us on this journey and listened along the way. Thank you for your support, time, and energy—see…
The Antidote for Anxiety: How Gratitude and Thankfulness Can Transform Worry We just returned from Thanksgiving weekend, and I thoroughly enjoyed spending time with my family and friends. And yet… And yet, more and more people I talk to seem to be experiencing greater and greater amounts of stress, anxiety, and worry. Rising living costs,…
In a recent episode, I casually mentioned feeling tired and weary, almost in passing. The response was overwhelming—many of you responded with kind words, concern, and a recurring sentiment: “It’s nice to know you’re human.” This struck a chord and got me thinking. As counselors, we’re often seen as the ones with the answers, but…
Thanksgiving is almost upon us. With its coming, the holiday season will be upon us, and the season’s rush will be in full force. The truth is that our expectations and hopes for the holidays can often be far different from reality. The holiday season, often envisioned as a time of joy and togetherness, can…
Election season can bring a wave of emotions, often causing anxiety as people anticipate the outcomes and consider their potential impact on daily life. The heightened media coverage, debates, social media conversations, and discussions around complex issues can become overwhelming, leading to what experts call “election anxiety.” And now, on the day of the election,…
In today’s fast-paced world, many parents feel exhausted and worn thin by the endless demands of daily life. If you’re one of those parents, this episode is for you. Today, I want to give you permission to say no to overscheduling. We’ll explore the incredible benefits of learning how to protect your time and energy…
In today’s fast-paced society, there is immense pressure on parents to ensure that their children are involved in every sport, extracurricular activity, and academic pursuit available. This “superparent” mentality often leads to overscheduled children and exhausted families. I can’t tell you how many couples I’ve met whose relationship has died, having been sacrificed on the…
In this episode, I dive into a topic that’s been on my mind lately—parenting. I’ve been conversing with many parents who feel like they’re constantly second-guessing themselves, unsure if they’re doing things right. But from an outside perspective, it looks like they’re actually succeeding. Maybe it’s because the pressure to be perfect is so high…
Marriage is often described as a journey involving growth, challenges, and profound companionship. However, amid the daily routines of work, children, bills, and household chores, it’s easy for the relationship between spouses to shift from passionate to pragmatic. This shift doesn’t signify the absence of love but rather the gradual fading of the exciting romance…
