Stressed or Anxious?
“I’m so stressed!” is a pretty common statement - especially these days. But what do we mean by stress? Is there such a thing [...]
Children and Screen Time – How Much Is Too Much?
During the Coronavirus Pandemic, parents are trying to figure out how much screen time children should be using while at home. According to the [...]
How to Combat Isolation During Coronavirus
I like to think that out of adversity, we can create positives—whether more family time, quiet time, going outdoors, being creative. Practicing good hygiene and [...]
Handling Emotions
What does handling emotions really mean? Some people think it is important to have a stiff upper lip—be stoic—be brave. Some people think [...]
Can We Talk? The Psychology of Communication.
Published in the Desert Health News: May-June Do you struggle to be understood, yet often feel misunderstood? Communication is a basic skill, yet there are [...]
Coping with Financial Stress During the Holidays
"Bah Humbug" When finances are limited, it is understandable to feel saddened that holidays are celebrated differently than you had hoped. Your traditions may be [...]
Desert Health News Article
This is an excerpt from an article I had published in The Desert Health News: Anxiety is described as worries of academic challenges, whether they [...]
What To Be When You Grow Up
If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it. William Arthur Ward What would you [...]
TAKING THE RISK
Take the risk to learn about the magic that’s in your heart. Believe in yourself and become aware that you can do what you really [...]
BACK TO SCHOOL EMOTIONS
Back to school butterflies are a natural phenomenon. The two most frequent words I am hearing in my psychology practice about back to school are [...]