The Value of Forgiveness If I develop bad feelings toward those who make me suffer, this will only destroy my own peace of mind. But if I forgive, my mind becomes calm. Dalai Lama Why Forgive When we think about… Read More »The Value of Forgiveness
Collective Grief When is grief individual? We often hear that loss is a very individual and unique experience for people. That is certainly true when losing a loved one. As an example, loss is very specific for the survivors who… Read More »Collective Grief
From the Desert Sun: Bread Rising in Popularity During COVID-19 Blues Bill Marchese Special to The Desert SunHarry Fialkov of Palm Springs said he used his bread-making machine about two times in the past two years. Since the COVID-19 pandemic,… Read More »From the Desert Sun: Bread Rising in Popularity During COVID-19 Blues
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 American Academy of Child & Adolescent… Read More »Children and Screen Time – How Much Is Too Much?
Successful Aging You may wonder what the good part of aging could possibly be. After all, there are some potential declines—body, health, memory, energy, losses. Why are some people still positive despite these declines? What do they do differently? I… Read More »Successful Aging
THE LIFELONG IMPACT OF PARENTING The most important messages we can convey as parents are promoting a sense of security and the feeling of unconditional love. Positive parenting provides a buffer against adversity. It teaches us how to respectfully give… Read More »THE LIFELONG IMPACT OF PARENTING
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 coping with emotions means to never cry or be angry or be worried or… Read More »Handling Emotions
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 some subtle nuances that can raise your odds… Read More »Can We Talk? The Psychology of Communication.
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 sacrificed. Wrapped presents may be sparse. Your self-esteem… Read More »Coping with Financial Stress During the Holidays
Little Things That Matter Have you ever felt that life was so busy, that it was hard to find time to enjoy the little things in life that truly matter? It is never too late to learn about balance and… Read More »Little Things That Matter