Here we are at the beginning of a new school year and, while a lot of parents are breathing sighs of relief, a lot of kids are now bracing themselves for the onslaught they know is coming. Kids are now faced with managing a mix of new teachers, new subjects, a new school, and new friends as well as … [Read more...]

And this, our life, exempt from public haunt, finds tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones, and good in everything. ~As You Like It There is a frequently used concept in counseling called reframing. Simplistically put, the idea of reframing is that a person works to … [Read more...]

Google the word “forgive” and you’ll get results ranging from spiritual meanings to practical applications. You can find quotes, lyrics, books, videos, lectures, and articles all about forgiveness and its benefits—you’ll even find some step by step instructions for forgiveness. However, despite the … [Read more...]

Remember the Cleavers? Or the Waltons? Or even the Brady Bunch? Have you ever stopped to consider what those iconic television shows did to your perceptions of family life? While most people know and understand that television does not always accurately convey a particular topic or situation, … [Read more...]