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Mental Health
08/09/2018
One Day You Will Miss This Craziness My six-month-old little girl is on a new kick where she screams pretty much all night long. My husband is wonderful, but there's only so much he can do. After a week of us both not sleeping, I headed to my Mom and Dad's house... More >>

Tags: MarriageMental HealthMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingPersonal ResponsibilityValues
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08/07/2018
7 Reasons to Say 'No' and Do it with Confidence With endless work deadlines, social engagements, and family responsibilities, it can feel like we're in a constant battle with time. Learning to say 'NO' more often just might be the solution. Appreciating your need for some 'me time' is one of the most fulfilling gifts you can give yourself and others... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBehaviorCharacter-Courage-ConscienceMental HealthRelationshipsValues
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07/19/2018
Sibling Turmoil My little sister is my best friend. It has not always been this way, but I value her friendship more than any other human being (other than my husband)... More >>

Tags: Death of a parentMental HealthRelationshipsRelativesSiblingsSisters
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07/09/2018
How We Heal Our Children's Broken Hearts ...In the beginning, he would rage, at times banging his head against a table. And then he would cry. He was full of anger and sadness. We knew we had to heal his pain, not only for him but also so that it would not be passed onto others... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBehaviorMental HealthMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingStressValues
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07/09/2018
The 5 Secrets of a Happy Life Gallup research shows that 70% of employees in America are unhappy. Thus, I paid attention one recent morning when my husband was in a good mood as he prepared to go to work... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBehaviorHealthMental HealthPersonal ResponsibilityStressTips
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06/29/2018
How I Wrapped My Mental Wounds I'm a 51-year-old woman, who always considered myself to be a strong and capable person. I never really understood how friends and acquaintances would have a phobia or fear of flying, or a fear of heights, etc... More >>

Tags: AnxietyFriendsFriendshipsHealthMental HealthPsychotherapyStress
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06/11/2018
To Change Your Life, You Must Take Action I am a 28-year-old mental health therapist. 'Unconditional positive regard' was my motto in my personal and professional life, and it was killing me. I didn't know why... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBehaviorCharacter-Courage-ConscienceMental HealthPersonal ResponsibilityRegarding Dr. LauraStressValues
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06/08/2018
Making Beautiful Music All of us have heard you talk about making positive changes in our lives. Many of us are afraid and resist change of any kind. Here's a great way to look at it... More >>

Tags: AttitudeBehaviorCharacter-Courage-ConscienceMental HealthValues
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05/18/2018
Learning A Lesson In Gratitude My husband and I have been trying for our first child for over three years. During that time, we have lost three babies. Through this season in our lives, we have had to actively shift our focus from our desperation to our gratitude. It has taken me a long time, but a lot of my progress is due in part to listening to you... More >>

Tags: AttitudeMarriageMental HealthParentingStressValues
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04/24/2018
Is Your Child Being Bullied? 3 Ways Parents Can Step In Although bullying prevention efforts tend to focus on middle schools and high schools, bullying behavior begins at much younger ages... More >>

Tags: Character-Courage-ConscienceMental HealthMotherhood-FatherhoodParentingStressValues
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