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…
In this episode, we look at what we might be able to learn from Bridezilla and a Groomzilla. I often hear people complain about the next generation almost regardless of their generation, and I often stop and ask myself, who raised this generation? Maybe it’s time to step back and take a look at what…
Lately, a growing number of people argue that therapy is nothing more than endless conversation. The word “ruminating” is thrown around like a curse. But is that really what therapy boils down to? Is counseling just rehashing our problems? Is good therapy simply sitting and dwelling on what’s wrong? I strongly believe it’s much more…
In a world that often feels fast-paced, chaotic, and filled with challenges, it’s easy to overlook the small, everyday gestures that can make a big difference in someone’s life. Random acts of kindness, those spontaneous and selfless actions performed without expecting anything in return, profoundly impact both the giver and the recipient. Though seemingly simple,…
