After having a grave heart attack, Carl Jung wrote, “It is impossible to convey the beauty and intensity.” Was his attitude madness or practicality? I suggest a little of both.
When we experience a catastrophe, the only choice we have is how we will respond to the events. Stephen Martin, M.F.T. gives you a perspective on how to respond that may just add real joy to your life.
Stress: Latest News and Coping Strategies
The symptoms of stress can creep up on you. One minute you are seemingly fine and the next minute you are mad at the loud cell phone talker or the driver in front of you. You think you are coping, but you are not. Here is some information you can use to help reduce and understand your stress. Also, check out our section on yoga.
I first came upon the realization that talking with one’s physician is a little-known art when my father was left unattended in the hospital for three days. I needed a better system of communication with my father's doctors. Here is the twelve step checklist I developed.
I was aware that I often see my body as the enemy rather than the embodiment of who I am. I act surprised when too much chocolate makes me gain weight or when too much wine makes me fuzzy the next day. How did that happen?
The first argument you have in your relationship is the most crucial one you will ever have. It can set the stage for all arguments that will follow, or it can a tool for healing, happiness, and peace in your life. Relationships expert Sharon Rivkin explains the technique for handling the first argument well.
“The blues,” “down in the dumps,” “feeling low.” We’ve all been there. That draining feeling of discouragement, sighing and wondering when it will all get better. Sometimes we can easily identify the causes of those feelings: our hormones, stress, fatigue, work, our husband/partners/friends, the holidays. But how do we know if we ourselves (or someone we love) has been hit with a depression that is more than just a passing feeling?
The truth is, our relationship with our own body is probably the most significant - and most dysfunctional - of all the relationships we have. Here's how to make your relationship with your body a more healthy one.
Where has all the love gone that you once felt for your partner? Do you seem to fight about everything? Sharon Rivkin, Marriage and Family Therapist, gives three ways to move past your pain and anger and start healing your relationship.
If you are a happy single woman, chances are you have a network of friends and extended family. You have not just one best friend, but from four to many friends. With enough friends - and what is enough varies for each of us - you will rarely be lonely and will always be cared for, says sociologist Kay Trimberger.
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