COMMUNICATING WITH ADULT CHILDREN You have obviously known your kids their entire lives. Yet you wonder why communicating now that they are adults can feel so challenging. When adult kids are with their parents, they might feel like they have… Read More »COMMUNICATING WITH ADULT CHILDREN
How to Ask for Forgiveness When should you apologize to someone?Do you ever wonder when it is appropriate to apologize to someone? You may feelangry or resentful and not want to do it. You may feel embarrassed. It is important… Read More »How to ask for forgiveness
Loneliness Among Others Do you ever feel alone, even in a room filled with people—some people you know,some people you don’t know—some you may like, some you might not like. Whatever,the situation, you wonder why it is that you feel… Read More »Loneliness Among Others
Psychology of Co-parenting What is co-parenting? When we think of co-parenting, the image conjured tends to be conflict between twoadults, whether in a relationship or separate situation. However, even in the best in-tactrelationships, parents can have differing views on how… Read More »Psychology of Co-parenting
Why Reading to Children is so Important When I consult with parents, I often recommend that it is very important for them read totheir children, especially at bedtime. While it makes sense that reading to them supportsvital learning, the significance… Read More »Why Reading to Children is so Important
Stress and Holiday Expectations My psychology clients often report that they feel overwhelmed by holiday stressors.According to Matthew Scult, Ph.D. (2024), “The holiday season can bring as muchstress as it does joy.” This is true whether you celebrate Hanukkah or… Read More »Stress and Holiday Expectations
The Psychological Benefits of Reconnection What role does reconnection play in supporting mental well-being and emotionalhealth?When exploring this query, what comes to mind? Reconnecting with others?Reconnecting with self? Reconnecting with nature? Reconnection with othersRecently, I reconnected with a former friend… Read More »The Psychological Benefits of Reconnection
In Celebration of President Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He served from 1861 until hisassassination in 1865. He led the United States through the American Civil War and defendedthe nation as a constitutional union. By defeating the Confederacy,… Read More »In Celebraion of President Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday
Reflecting on the Los Angeles Area Fires The fires in LA and surrounding areas have been devastating and tragic. Like so many,I feel sad for everyone affected and appreciative for the emergency responders. There are 2 articles on my website… Read More »Reflecting on the Los Angeles Area Fires
Psychological Benefits of Giving The holiday season was a perfect time to focus on giving. Why stop? The benefits ofgiving can continue throughout the year. Engaging in acts of generosity activatesregions of the brain associated with pleasure, trust, and social… Read More »Psychological Benefits of Giving
