Bullying: Not Just a Schoolyard Problem
Bullying is a big problem, and just about everybody knows it. But while most of the attention is focused on bullying among young people, it’s important to realize that the problem is also prevalent in the adult workplace. In 2014, the Workplace Bullying Institute conducted a workplace bullying survey, and 27 percent of those surveyed […]
Understanding and Dealing with Your Child’s Temper Tantrums
As a parent, few things are more unsettling than dealing with your child’s temper tantrum. From whining and crying to kicking and screaming, this upheaval of emotions is chaotic at best. Although this can be an ordinary rite of passage from the toddler years to a time when a child’s language and reasoning skills mature, […]
Finding Your Way Back to Normal
When it comes to politics, one thing is certain: This country has been on a wild ride for the last several months. The election is over, but we continue to be presented with a roller coaster of events. And now that a new president is in the Oval Office, many people are expressing their support—or […]
It’s February—Time to Strengthen Your Relationship
In my recent Valentine’s Day video, I encouraged people to take a little time to really look at the relationship they have with their spouse or partner. Do you spend time connecting with your partner every day? Do you communicate on a regular basis? The overarching goal of this communication is to find out what […]
How to Banish a Bad Mood
Bad moods may surface when you’re least expecting them. Although they’re often triggered by events that seem incidental, they can disrupt relationships and negatively impact your daily life. Most bad moods are gone as quickly as they appear, but some of them can stick around for days. Either way, you’d be better off without them. […]
Overcoming Social Anxiety
If you’re a person who feels overly anxious in social situations, you may be breathing a sigh of relief that the holidays are behind you. Social engagements are plentiful during the month of December, and people who experience symptoms of social phobia may consider the holidays an especially challenging time period. Here’s the good news: […]
New Year’s Resolutions: Take a Different Approach
If you haven’t already done so, now is the time to establish some resolutions for the new year. Keep in mind, however, that following through on those resolutions may be more challenging than you anticipated. Reaching an important goal or making a significant life change is never an easy task, but it can be well […]
Holidays with the Family: Be Realistic About Your Expectations
Holidays and families don’t always go hand in hand, and that’s often because most of us have unrealistic expectations. Let’s face it. Even if Ozzie and Harriet did seem like the ideal family, it was more Hollywood than reality. Truth is, your real-life family tree might look more like the Addams Family than the Nelsons—especially […]
Don’t Let a Strained Relationship with Your Ex Ruin the Holidays
Although most of us look forward to the holiday season, that’s not the case for everyone. Due to certain life circumstances, some people may view Christmas and the New Year with a sense of dread or anger. This may be especially true if you’ve experienced a hostile break-up or divorce. Unlike other times of the […]
Homework – Whose Responsibility Is It?
Now that the school year is well underway, your child’s homework load is probably starting to pile up. And if it seems like your kids have too much studying to do at night—or at least more than you did as a child—you’re probably right. Studies indicate that today’s students may be getting as much as […]
