It’s that time of year again. Before the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer hit, we’ve got to go through it. And even if it doesn’t affect you directly, someone you know will be affected and the results can range anywhere from devastation to delight. I’m talking about – final exam season! That’s right. It’s […]
The Measure of a Good Marriage
“Measure twice. Cut once.” I hear it in my head every time I go to do some kind of home improvement do-it-yourself job that involves cutting wood. Sometimes it’s my Dad’s voice. Sometimes it’s my Grandad or my Father-In-Law’s voice. But they’re all in my head reminding me of the rule to keep me from […]
Is it love, or is it control?
I saw a meme recently on social media that had the punch line of, “Humans are basically houseplants with anxiety.” How true is that! Physically, we’re about 60% water and the rest is just the stuff that keeps the water from leaking. But when it comes to the realm of emotions and relationships, anxiety is […]
3 Busted Myths About Recovering Addicts
Addiction is complex. And because of this complexity, there tend to be a lot of opinions, and yes, even myths surrounding it. In my practice, I have spoken to many addicts and loved ones of addicts, and I have found the same questions come up over and over again. Unfortunately, I am also aware that these myths […]
5 Ways to Reignite the Spark in Your Relationship
‘The spark’ is a phrase that’s used a lot when it comes to romantic relationships. In fact, you might have felt ‘the spark’ in the beginning of your relationship, and as a result, the early days were very exciting for you and your partner. However, like every other flame, ‘the spark’ needs to be kept […]