There are many cultures that weave imperfection into their artwork so as not to be thought to be competing with their God. This is a beautiful custom and teaches us the message of “good enough.”I have a post it note on my desk that says, “200 crappy words per day.” It is a concept taken […]
Joy and happiness are often confused. Maybe it is because they frequently occur at the same time or maybe it’s because the complexity of joy is lost in our hectic world. The emotion of happiness brings feelings of intense pleasure and contentment, while joyfulness is more of a state of mind. It lives in you
The teen age brain is a fabulously complex thing. Some really smart scientists, see the book Why They Act That Way by David Walsh for the whole shebang, concluded that the adolescent brain interprets emotional expressions differently than an adult’s brain. That means that when x thinks you are yelling in fury and you think
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Red flags are warnings of danger. Green flags indicate that it is safe to proceed.
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September is a good month to walk the talk. The weather is changing, school is starting, and there is a bit of hopeful anticipation in the air. Can you feel it?It is important to work on the whole person when we walk the talk. Physical, mental, and emotional wellness need to be in balance so
“Words have energy and power with the ability to help, to heal, to hinder, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate, and to humble.” -Yehuda Berg True words of encouragement increase performance, reduce stress, and help grow healthy relationships. Painful words increase the physical feeling of pain. Children who are yelled at about homework, sports performance,
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Distress Tolerance is using our own abilities and tools to manage difficulties in a healthy way.
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Communication is a skill that every relationship needs for success.
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